Setagaya Tama River Fireworks Festival

Getting there

The nearest station is Futako-tamagawa on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi and Oimachi lines, approximately 15 minutes on foot from the venue.

Train access

• Futako-tamagawa Station, Tokyu Den-en-toshi and Oimachi lines: approximately 15 minutes on foot.
• Futako-shinchi Station, Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line: approximately 18 minutes on foot.
• Takatsu Station (Tokyu Oimachi Line): approximately 26 minutes on foot.

Alternative stations and crowd-related precautions Futako-tamagawa Station becomes extremely crowded on the day, especially after the display. Entry restrictions may make the return journey take considerably longer than usual. Consider these stations as well:

• Yoga Station, Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line: approximately 20–30 minutes on foot from the venue.
• Seijogakuen-mae Station, Odakyu Odawara Line: approximately 30–40 minutes on foot from the venue.

Extensive traffic restrictions apply around the venue from approximately 15:00 to 21:00, with some road sections closed to vehicles. Scheduled buses may operate under temporary arrangements. Public transport is strongly recommended. Illegally parked vehicles may be towed, so visitors are asked not to arrive by car, motorbike or bicycle.

Paid seating and tickets

Paid viewing tickets for 2026 are offered through priority sales for Setagaya residents and general sales.

Sales periods

• Resident priority sales, first come, first served: From 14:00 on Sunday, July 12, to 23:00 on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
• General sales, first come, first served: From 14:00 on Sunday, July 26, 2026.

How to buy Apply through the Rakuten Ticket website or by telephone. Reservations cannot be made at convenience-store counters. After booking, tickets can be issued at 7-Eleven registers from 10:00 on Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Seat types and indicative prices The following paid viewing options are available.

Paid viewing tickets are treated as sponsorship contributions. Refunds are not available unless the display is cancelled before launching begins.

For safety reasons, the maximum shell size is being reduced from No. 10 to No. 6 from this edition onward.

Alternative viewing spots

The following relatively calmer options are available outside paid seating. Places described as quieter can still become crowded through social-media attention, so arriving early is recommended.

1. Around Unane Multipurpose Plaza and Unane Baseball Ground Slightly away from the main Setagaya-side venue, this area may avoid the heaviest crowds. It is described as offering a more relaxed view of displays from both banks. Some ground is grassy, which may also suit families.

2. Tamagawadai Park This elevated riverside park offers an open, broad view. Its distance from the venue means the fireworks look smaller, but it is suggested for those seeking a quieter atmosphere.

3. Tamagawa Takashimaya's rooftop garden Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Futako-tamagawa Station, the rooftop garden is near the launch area and is described as a popular place to see both the Setagaya and Kawasaki displays. Restaurants and toilets are nearby, although crowds are expected.

4. Around Koyama Driving School's Futakotamagawa campus Just behind the Setagaya paid viewing area, this spot is described as providing an impact similar to watching from inside the venue. Nearby stalls and toilets make it popular. Roads become very crowded after the display, so consider starting the return journey before the finale.

5. The riverbanks at Noborito On the Kawasaki side of the Tama River, farther from the Setagaya venue, Noborito's riverbanks are suggested for families seeking more space. The open setting may provide a relatively calmer viewing experience.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Under what conditions is the display cancelled? A. Severe weather causes cancellation, with no postponement. The decision is made by 07:00 on the day, and any cancellation is posted on the official website.

Q. Is there parking near the venue? A. Extensive traffic restrictions apply on the day, and parking is prohibited throughout the surrounding event area. Heavy road congestion is also expected. Visitors are asked not to bring cars, motorbikes or bicycles; public transport is strongly recommended.

Q. Will there be food stalls inside the venue? A. Yes. Stalls in the general viewing area at Kamata are scheduled to operate from 14:00 to 20:00. Those in the paid Kamata area and the Unane venue operate from 15:00 to 20:00.