Hanabi (firework) shows, matsuri and seasonal events across all 47 prefectures of Japan — official schedules, tickets and access.
7/16/2026 · 11 min read · seasonal
Information on the 2026 Nagaoka Festival Grand Fireworks, one of Japan’s three major fireworks festivals. This comprehensive guide covers the schedule, venue, access, paid seating, and lesser-known viewing spots for this spectacular display dedicated to remembrance and prayers for peace.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A comprehensive guide to the “Niihama Summer Fireworks Festival,” held on Friday, July 31, 2026. Covering everything you need to know before heading out, including highlights of the approximately 8,000 fireworks—one of the largest displays in Shikoku—and the famous Niagara Falls finale, as well as access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid seating information.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the Numazu Summer Festival and Kano River Fireworks on July 25–26, 2026: around 12,000 fireworks across two days, access, paid seating, alternative viewing spots and frequently asked questions.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the Nyugawa Fireworks Festival, held in Saijo City, Ehime Prefecture, on 2026年7月25日(土). Around 6,000 fireworks light up the night sky, while food stalls line the street in front of JR Nyugawa Station, creating a lively festival atmosphere. Complete information on access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid seating.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
The Oga Nihonkai Fireworks, held in Oga, Akita Prefecture, is a large-scale fireworks festival where approximately 10,000 fireworks light up the night sky over the Sea of Japan. While the 2026 event has not yet been scheduled, it is usually held in August and attracts many spectators.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the Oma Town Blue Marine Festival 2026 Fireworks Display, held in Oma Town, Aomori Prefecture, at the northernmost tip of Honshu. Enjoy spectacular fireworks illuminating the Tsugaru Strait alongside a tuna filleting show, boat races, and exciting stage events.
7/16/2026 · 3 min read · seasonal
The Osaki Fireworks Display scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026, was cancelled because rising river levels made it impossible to ensure safety at the launch site. This guide explains the cancellation, the Eai River riverbank venue and the accompanying Osaki Furukawa Festival.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
Here is the 2026 event information for the Ota City Summer Festival Fireworks Display, held around Ota City Hokubu Sports Park. The event is usually held in August, but details for 2026 have not yet been announced. We also introduce access options and nearby information.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the Oshu Fireworks Festival, held on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the special venue on the east side of Isawa Dam. This spectacular event features approximately 9,000 fireworks launched from the top of the dam. We cover access, reserved seating, and the best lesser-known viewing spots.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
The Rinku Fireworks (Enjoy! Rinku), held at Rinku Marble Beach in Izumisano, Osaka, are known for fireworks launched against the backdrop of Kansai International Airport. This guide covers the 2026 event details, access information, hidden viewing spots, and more.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
The Sakurajima Fire Island Festival is a beloved summer tradition held on Sakurajima, Kagoshima Prefecture’s iconic symbol. Set against the magnificent Sakurajima, the festival features spectacular fireworks and powerful Hinoshima Taiko performances. This guide covers the 2026 event information, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and reserved seating.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the “Sanriku-Ofunato Summer Festival Fireworks,” held on Saturday, August 1, 2026. This is one of the largest fireworks displays in Tohoku, with approximately 8,000 fireworks illuminating the night sky and sea. It covers everything you need to know before your visit, including event details, access, reserved seating, lesser-known viewing spots, and frequently asked questions.
7/16/2026 · 4 min read · seasonal
The Sanuki Takamatsu Festival Fireworks Display lights up the summer night sky over Takamatsu in a spectacular event held at Takamatsu Port. Here is the latest information on the 2026 event, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and reserved seating.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
The Shimizu Minato Festival Marine Fireworks Display 2026 will be held on Sunday, August 2, from 19:30 to 20:30 at Shimizu Port's Hinode Pier, with approximately 10,000 fireworks launched over 60 minutes. This guide covers lesser-known viewing spots, paid seating, access, and important traffic restriction information.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the 79th Shiogama Minato Festival Eve Fireworks Display, held on Sunday, July 19, 2026. Approximately 8,000 fireworks will illuminate the night sky over Shiogama Port. This guide covers the event overview, access, paid seating, hidden viewing spots, and frequently asked questions.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to SKY ART FESTIVAL 2026, taking place at Shirarahama Beach on Saturday, August 1, 2026. The event combines 8,000 musical fireworks with live performances by renowned artists, creating a new summer tradition in Shirahama.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
The latest 2026 information on the Tamamura Town Fireworks Festival, held in Tamamura Town, Gunma Prefecture. Usually held in August, this must-see event lights up the night sky around the Tamamura Town Cultural Center. This guide covers everything you need to know before visiting, including access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid seating information.
7/16/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
Information on the 2026 edition of Chiba Prefecture’s summer tradition, the “62nd Tateyama Tourism Festival Tateyama Bay Fireworks Display.” Around 5,000 fireworks, including one of the largest underwater fireworks displays in the Kanto region and spectacular starmines, will illuminate the night sky and surface of Tateyama Bay. This guide covers the date, access, lesser-known viewing spots, traffic restrictions, and more.
7/16/2026 · 4 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the “71st Toride Tone River Fireworks,” taking place on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Around 10,000 fireworks and a drone show will illuminate the night sky over the Tone River. The OlaChill editorial team brings you the latest information on the event, access, reserved seating, and recommended hidden viewing spots.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
Once celebrated as a beloved summer tradition in Kyoto, the Ujigawa Fireworks Festival was officially discontinued in 2017. This article introduces the history, past event details, access information, paid seating, hidden viewing spots, and other highlights of a festival that can no longer be seen today.
7/16/2026 · 7 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the Uwajima Ushi-Oni Festival Marine Fireworks, taking place on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Around 7,000 fireworks will light up the night sky and sea around Uwajima Bay. For this commemorative 60th edition, paid viewing areas have also been expanded. This guide covers access, lesser-known viewing spots, frequently asked questions, and more.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A complete guide to the Yamanakako Hōkosai Fireworks Festival taking place on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Discover approximately 1万 fireworks heralding summer in the Fuji Five Lakes region, their spectacular collaboration with Mount Fuji, access information, lesser-known viewing spots, parking, and more.
7/16/2026 · 6 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the “Yokosuka Kaikoku Festival Kaikoku Fireworks Display 2026,” taking place on 2026年9月27日(日). One of the largest fireworks displays on the Miura Peninsula, featuring approximately 1万 fireworks lighting up the night sky over Yokosuka. This guide brings together useful information for your visit, including event details, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid seating information.
7/15/2026 · 5 min read · seasonal
A detailed guide to the “2026 Yassa Fireworks Festa,” taking place on 2026年8月9日(日). This comprehensive overview covers the schedule, venue, access, reserved seating, and hidden viewing spots for the 8,000-firework display that brings the Mihara Yassa Festival to a spectacular finale.
