1 Aug Edogawa Ward Fireworks Festival

As a quintessential summer tradition in Tokyo, the Edogawa Ward Fireworks Festival (江戸川区花火大会) captivates countless visitors every year. In 2026, the commemorative 51st festival will be held on Saturday, August 1. Set against the vast Edogawa Riverbed (江戸川河川敷), this event boasts one of the largest scales in Tokyo, with approximately 14,000 fireworks illuminating the night sky.

The greatest appeal of the Edogawa Ward Fireworks Festival lies in its sheer power and spectacle. During the opening, a breathtaking 1,000 fireworks are launched simultaneously in just 5 seconds, overwhelming the audience. Furthermore, the festival features Japan's largest-scale "Mount Fuji Grand Display" (富士の大仕掛け) and fireworks launched in sync with background music across seven distinct themes, each with a unique ambiance, drawing spectators into a whirlwind of emotion. The fireworks display is handled by Soke Hanabi Kagiya (宗家花火鍵屋), a venerable pyrotechnic company with a history spanning over 360 years since the Edo period, showcasing their brilliant skill and tradition.

Typically, this is a large-scale event attracting approximately 1.39 million spectators combined from both the Edogawa Ward (江戸川区) side and the opposite Ichikawa City (市川市) side. However, the number of visitors to paid and sponsor seats is estimated at around 30,000, allowing for a distinctive experience of viewing the fireworks up close from the spacious riverbed. This article provides detailed information to help you fully enjoy the 51st Edogawa Ward Fireworks Festival.

Event Overview

Event Overview