Nagano — Omachi Onsen Dream Fireworks and Sound Festival

Getting there

The venue can be reached by public transport or car. As this is a winter event, watch for snow and icy roads and dress warmly.

By train and bus

• From Shinano-Omachi Station on the JR Oito Line: Approximately 13 minutes by car. Take a taxi, or a scheduled bus towards Ogizawa and get off at Omachi Onsen. However, this bus has a suspension period between December and mid-April, so check operation in advance rather than assuming it runs during the festival.
• From JR Nagano Station: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes by express bus, getting off at Omachi Onsen.

By car

• From Azumino Interchange on the Nagano Expressway: Approximately 45 minutes to the venue.
• Parking: The Omachi Onsen Tourist Association car park, which is also the venue, is available, but spaces are limited. Consider travelling together in fewer vehicles or using your accommodation's parking facilities.

The last train or bus home The event ends around 21:00, so check return train and bus times before travelling. Services may be less frequent in winter.

Paid seating and tickets

There are no paid viewing seats at the Omachi Onsen Dream Fireworks and Sound Festival. Watching at the venue is free. Crowds are expected, so arriving early is recommended to find a suitable place.

Alternative viewing spots

Here are several places to enjoy the fireworks in the clear winter air.

1. Open areas around Kurobe Kanko Hotel Roadsides near the hotel, slightly away from the main venue, are relatively open and are suggested for a quieter experience. Fireworks are launched in front of the hotel, allowing an impressive view. The area is also relatively convenient for tour coaches to stop.

2. Accommodation within Omachi Onsen Fireworks may be visible from many local hotels and ryokan. Staying near the launch location can offer a warm, comfortable setting for enjoying the fireworks and drums. Ask when booking whether a room with a view is available.

3. Slightly more distant elevated ground Some places around Omachi Onsen are a little higher than the main venue. From farther away, visitors may enjoy the contrast between the resort's night scenery and the fireworks. However, winter paths are dark and can be slippery, so bring a torch and take particular care.

Safety notice: Visitors are asked not to watch the fireworks from Kashima Ohashi Bridge.

Frequently asked questions

Q. On which dates was the festival held in 2026? A. The 24th festival was held on Saturdays, February 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2026.

Q. When did the fireworks start, and how long did they last? A. Fireworks began at 20:50 each day and lasted approximately 10 minutes. The main festival ran from 20:00 to 21:00, with an earlier start of 19:30 on February 7 only.

Q. Were paid viewing seats available? A. No. There were no paid viewing seats, and watching from the venue was free.