Chiba – 1 Aug Teganuma Fireworks Festival

Access

Large-scale traffic restrictions are expected around the Teganuma Fireworks Festival venue on the day of the event, leading to significant congestion. The use of public transportation is strongly recommended.

Access by Train

• Abiko Venue (我孫子会場) (Teganuma Park (手賀沼公園), etc.)
  • Approximately a 10-minute walk from the South Exit of Abiko Station (我孫子駅) on the JR Joban Line (JR常磐線).
• Kashiwa Venue (柏会場) (Teganuma Nature Fureai Ryokudo (手賀沼自然ふれあい緑道) near Kita-Chiba Water Diversion Visitor Center (北千葉導水ビジターセンター))
  • Approximately a 25-minute walk from the South Exit of Kita-Kashiwa Station (北柏駅) on the JR Joban Line.
  • Approximately a 40-minute walk from the East Exit of Kashiwa Station (柏駅) on the JR Joban Line.
• Kashiwa Venue (柏会場) (Teganuma Nature Fureai Ryokudo (手賀沼自然ふれあい緑道) near Roadside Station Shonan (道の駅しょうなん) / General Viewing Area)
  • From the East Exit of Kashiwa Station (柏駅) on the JR Joban Line, take a Tobu Bus (東武バス) bound for Shonan (Bus Stop 1), get off at "Oi Bus Stop" (大井停留所), then walk for approximately 20 minutes.

Detour Routes During Crowds and Last Train Warning

After the fireworks display, the nearest stations (especially Abiko Station (我孫子駅) and Kashiwa Station (柏駅)) are expected to be extremely crowded, and entry restrictions may be implemented. To avoid congestion, plan to move with plenty of time to spare. Also, be sure to check the last train times in advance to avoid missing your connection. For those viewing at the Abiko Venue, walking along the Teganuma Fureai Line (手賀沼ふれあいライン) towards Kita-Kashiwa Station (北柏駅) and taking the train from there (approximately 3km) is also recommended to alleviate congestion.

Access by Car / Parking

There are no dedicated parking lots around the venue. On the day of the event, traffic restrictions (vehicle access prohibited) will be implemented around the venue, typically from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (some areas from 5:00 PM). On-street parking is also prohibited, so please avoid coming by car and use public transportation.

Paid Seating / Tickets

Tickets for the Teganuma Fireworks Festival 2026 paid viewing seats will go on sale starting Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at noon. Various types of seats are available at each venue, allowing you to comfortably enjoy the fireworks. (Note: 1 USD ≈ 150 JPY for approximate conversions.)

Paid Seating at Kashiwa Venue (柏会場) (Kashiwa Chamber of Commerce and Industry (柏商工会議所))

• 4-person Chair Seating A: 18,000 JPY (approx. $120) (A great value ticket ideal for families)
• Pair Chair Seating B, C: 10,000 JPY (approx. $67) (Affordable price for two people)
• 1-person Seating D, E, F: 5,500 JPY (approx. $37) (Available for single purchase, with ample legroom)
• 1-person Seating H: 5,000 JPY (approx. $33) (Available for single purchase, slightly narrower than D, E, F)
• Partially Obstructed Chair Seating G (1-person): 4,000 JPY (approx. $27) (Some views may be partially obstructed, but fireworks in the sky can be viewed without issue)
• Section I (max 6 people): 30,000 JPY (approx. $200) (No chairs provided, approximately 2m x 2m section. Guests need to bring their own chairs, etc.)

How to Purchase: Tickets can be purchased at multi-copy machines installed in Seven-Eleven (セブン-イレブン) stores nationwide, or via online reservation (free membership registration required). Additionally, tickets are offered as Furusato Nozei (hometown tax donation) return gifts through Rakuten Ichiba (楽天市場), Furunavi (ふるなび), and Furusato Choice (ふるさとチョイス).

Paid Seating at Abiko Venue (我孫子会場) (Abiko City Chamber of Commerce and Industry (我孫子市商工会))

• Teganuma Promenade (手賀沼遊歩道) Chair Seating: 1 person 4,000 JPY (approx. $27)
• Teganuma Promenade (手賀沼遊歩道) Sheet Seating: 1 section for 4 people 16,000 JPY (approx. $107)
• Teganuma Yokocho (手賀沼横丁) Table & Chair Seating: 1 section for 4 people 25,000 JPY (approx. $167)
• Paid Seating at Teganuma Park (手賀沼公園):
  • A Table Seating (1 section for up to 6 people): 30,000 JPY (approx. $200)
  • A Sheet Seating (1 section for up to 5 people): 20,000 JPY (approx. $133)
  • A Pair Seating (1 section for up to 2 people): 10,000 JPY (approx. $67)
  • B Sheet Seating (1 section for up to 5 people): 15,000 JPY (approx. $100)
  • B Pair Seating (1 section for up to 2 people): 6,000 JPY (approx. $40)
  • C Table Seating (1 section for up to 4 people): 20,000 JPY (approx. $133)

How to Purchase: Tickets can be purchased via Funity Tickets (Funityチケット) (multi-copy machines inside FamilyMart (ファミリーマート) stores nationwide, or online reservation). As Furusato Nozei (hometown tax donation) return gifts, "Avista Rooftop (アビスタ屋上) (Pair Chair Seating)" (donation amount 50,000 JPY / approx. $333) and "Keyaki Plaza 11th Floor Terrace (けやきプラザ11階テラス) (Private Viewing Area)" (donation amount 250,000 JPY – 300,000 JPY / approx. $1,667 – $2,000) are also available.

Hidden Gem Spots

For those who wish to enjoy the fireworks away from the crowds, here are a few hidden gem spots.

• Embankment next to Tega Ohashi Bridge (手賀大橋) Located almost in the center of Teganuma Lake (手賀沼), this spot offers an excellent location to view fireworks from both the Kashiwa (柏) and Abiko (我孫子) sides simultaneously. It is a popular spot among locals, and while not as crowded as Teganuma Park (手賀沼公園), some space-saving may be required.
• Teganuma Fureai Line (手賀沼ふれあいライン) On the day of the fireworks festival, a section of the Teganuma Fureai Line will be closed to vehicles, and the half of the road facing the lake will be opened as a viewing area. While space-saving is not permitted here, there is a possibility to enjoy the fireworks relatively uncrowded. Walking from Teganuma Park towards Kita-Kashiwa Station (北柏駅) while viewing is also recommended.
• Kita-Kashiwa Furusato Park (北柏ふるさと公園) Although a little further from the launch site, this park is recommended for those who want to watch the fireworks in a relaxed atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the main venue. However, as it does not face Teganuma Lake, some fireworks, such as underwater fireworks, may be difficult to see.
• Mallage Kashiwa (モラージュ柏) Rooftop This commercial facility annually opens its rooftop parking lot as a fireworks viewing area. It is located directly facing the launch site, and with shopping also available, it is popular with families.
• High ground around Abiko City Hall (我孫子市役所) In the elevated area on the way from Abiko Station (我孫子駅) South Exit towards Teganuma Lake, it may be possible to see the fireworks overlooking Teganuma Lake from certain spots. As this is a residential area, please be mindful of manners, such as keeping noise down, when viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is there parking available near the venue? A. There are no dedicated parking lots around the Teganuma Fireworks Festival (手賀沼花火大会) venue. Large-scale traffic restrictions will be implemented on the day of the event, with many sections closed to vehicles, so we strongly recommend using public transportation.

Q. Will the fireworks festival be held if it rains? A. The event will be cancelled in case of severe weather. There will be no postponement, so if bad weather is expected, please check the latest information on the official website in advance.

Q. Is it possible to reserve a spot at the venue? A. In the general viewing area of the Kashiwa Venue (柏会場) (around Hidori Bridge (ヒドリ橋), etc.), rules and etiquette for reserving spots are established. Please note that any spots reserved in prohibited areas may be removed by the executive committee. In areas other than paid seating, reserving spots using leisure sheets, etc., may be restricted, so it is important to check the rules for each venue in advance. Reserving spots is not permitted in some open areas of the Teganuma Fureai Line (手賀沼ふれあいライン).