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Gifu Ichinomiya Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival

Jul 16, 2026 · ✍️ olablog · ⏱ 6 min read

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Annual guide to Gifu Ichinomiya Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival in Aichi: usually held in August, best viewing spots, access and practical tips.

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Introduction

The Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival is a cherished summer tradition in Ichinomiya, traditionally held along the Kiso River in early August. Once known as the “Ichinomiya Citizens’ Fireworks Festival,” it is renowned for lighting up the night sky with some of the largest 2-shaku fireworks in the Owari region. As details for 2026 have not yet been confirmed, this article provides an overview of access and ways to enjoy the surrounding area based on past editions and related events.

Event Overview

The 2026 Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival is currently unconfirmed. It was traditionally held in early August, but please wait for an official announcement regarding the exact date and other details.

In Ichinomiya, the “Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival” is also traditionally held in early August. In 2026, it is scheduled for 8月8日(土) at the Bisai Riverside Grounds west of Bisai Green Plaza and the Tomida-yama Park parking lot. The festival features some of the largest 2-shaku fireworks in the Owari region, as well as hand-held tube fireworks, a type of firework that originated in Aichi Prefecture.

Item Details
Date To be determined (traditionally held in early August)
Time To be determined (for reference: Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival 18:00〜20:30)
Venue Along the Kiso River (south of Komyoji Park Stadium)
Number of fireworks To be determined (for reference: Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival, including 2-shaku fireworks)
Typical attendance To be determined
In case of rain To be determined (for reference: Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival postponed to the following day in case of rain or rising water levels; canceled if both days are rainy)

Venue and Map

The venue for the Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival is said to be along the Kiso River, south of Komyoji Park Stadium. Komyoji Park is adjacent to the Kiso Sansen Park 138 Tower Park, a national government park, and includes sports facilities such as Komyoji Park Ball Game Field and the Ichinomiya City General Gymnasium.

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Access

Traffic restrictions and heavy congestion are expected around the venue on the day of the fireworks festival, so using public transportation is recommended.

Access by Train and Bus

  • Get off at Kisogawa-Zutsumi Station on the Meitetsu Nagoya Main Line and walk for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Meitetsu Bus: Take a bus from Meitetsu Ichinomiya Station bound for “Ichinomiya City General Gymnasium,” get off at “Ichinomiya City General Gymnasium,” and walk approximately 10 minutes.
  • Shuttle bus: In the past, free shuttle buses to the venue operated from the north side of Ichinomiya Municipal Fuji Elementary School, near Ichinomiya Racecourse.
    • For reference, the Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival operates free shuttle buses from the Ichinomiya City Hall Bisai Branch Office to the area near the venue. Outbound buses are scheduled to run from 16:30〜18:30, and return buses from 20:05〜21:30.

Access by Car

There is no parking near the venue, so using the free shuttle bus is recommended. Parking is available at the Ichinomiya City Hall Bisai Branch Office, from where you can take a shuttle bus. In the past, shuttle buses have also operated from the Aeon Kisogawa parking lot. Severe traffic congestion is expected on surrounding roads on the day of the fireworks festival, so be sure to allow plenty of extra time.

Be Careful of the Last Train Home

The nearest stations and bus stops become extremely crowded after the fireworks festival ends. Buses and trains heading toward Meitetsu Ichinomiya Station in particular can be packed, so it is advisable to check the last train times in advance. Taxis may also be difficult to find around the venue.

Reserved Seating and Tickets

As of 2026年7月, no official information has been released regarding reserved seating or ticket sales for the Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival. Past editions and related events have sometimes offered paid viewing areas. For the latest information, check the festival’s official website and announcements from the Ichinomiya City Tourism Association.

Lesser-Known Viewing Spots

Because the Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival is held along the Kiso River, it may be possible to enjoy the fireworks from the riverbank or locations a little farther away.

  1. Around Komyoji Park Ball Game Field: Close to the venue, this area may offer the chance to enjoy powerful fireworks from nearby.
  2. Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway Kawashima PA: Although somewhat farther away, this spot may offer views of the fireworks from higher ground. However, the parking area can become congested, and the entrance may be closed, so caution is advised.
  3. Watari Bridge (Aichi Prefectural Route 150 / Gifu Prefectural Route 115 Ichinomiya-Kawashima Line): You may be able to watch the fireworks from the bridge over the Kiso River with an unobstructed view. However, traffic restrictions or pedestrian closures may be imposed, so checking in advance is essential.
  4. Around 138 Tower Park: The Kiso Sansen Park 138 Tower Park is adjacent to Komyoji Park and may offer a spacious setting from which to watch the fireworks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Will the 2026 Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival be held? A. As of 2026年7月, the 2026 Ichinomiya City Owari Ichinomiya Fireworks Festival has not been confirmed. It was traditionally held in early August, but please check the official website for the latest information.

Q. Is there parking at the venue? A. There is no dedicated parking near the venue. Public transportation is recommended, and free shuttle buses may operate from the Ichinomiya City Hall Bisai Branch Office.

Q. Are there any other events to enjoy besides the fireworks festival? A. The Ichinomiya City Bisai Summer Festival is traditionally held in early August and features bon dances, hand-held tube fireworks, and aerial fireworks. Other activities, such as a kitchen market and sky lanterns, may also be held.


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