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Kotou Summer Festival Kotobon
Aug 7, 2026 · ✍️ olablog · ⏱ 1 min read
🎆 Plan your fireworks night
⚡ Quick answer
Annual guide to Kotou Summer Festival Kotobon in Shiga: usual timing, viewing spots and access. Dates for next year follow the organisers' announcement.
🎆 Watch Japan's most beautiful fireworks (4K video)
▶ Open on YouTube — like & subscribeDate: Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Time: 20:30–20:45 · Prefecture: Shiga
Event Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Event date | 2026年8月8日(土) |
| Event hours | Fireworks: 20:30～20:45; festival: 16:00～21:00 |
Summary
- Event date: 2026年8月8日(土) (fireworks: 20:30～20:45; festival: 16:00～21:00)
- If you want to avoid the crowds, we recommend arriving at the venue up to 60〜90 minutes before the start.
- As this is an outdoor summer event, be sure to bring insect repellent, a hand fan, and drinks.
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