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Shinoda Fireworks
Feb 20, 2026 · ✍️ olablog · ⏱ 1 min read
🎆 Plan your fireworks night
⚡ Quick answer
Annual guide to Shinoda Fireworks in Shiga: when it is usually held, 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: Monday, May 4, 2026 · Time: 20:30–21:30 · Prefecture: Shiga
Event Overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | May 4, 2026 (Holiday) |
| Time | Fireworks: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM; Festival: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM |

Summary
- Date: May 4, 2026 (Holiday) (Fireworks: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM; Festival: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM)
- If you wish to avoid crowds, it is recommended to arrive at the venue 60 to 90 minutes before the start of the event.
- As this is a summer outdoor event, don't forget to prepare insect repellent, a fan (uchiwa), and beverages.
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