Toyama – Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular

Access

Public transportation is the most convenient way to reach the Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular.

• By train:

  • Get off at Toyama Chihō Railway’s “Unazuki Onsen Station”; the venue is just a short walk away.
  • Toyama Chihō Railway may operate extra trains on the day of the fireworks festival. Be sure to check the official Toyama Chihō Railway website in advance for operating information and the time of the last train. Trains departing after the event are expected to be particularly crowded, so allow plenty of time.

• By car:

  • The venue is approximately 20 minutes by car from the “Kurobe IC” on the Hokuriku Expressway.
  • Parking:
    • The Kurobe Gorge Railway parking lot (Times Parking) is free for vehicles entering after 18時30分 on the day of the event (paid during the daytime, 1,000円). It can accommodate approximately 350 vehicles.
    • The Unazuki Onsen district also has paid multistory parking garages (from 30分100円～). They can accommodate approximately 225 vehicles.
    • Temporary parking lots may also be provided, but please note that their entrances may be closed for safety reasons after the fireworks begin.
  • Traffic restrictions:
    • From 19時 to around 21時, some parts of the hot spring town (from the railroad crossing to the T-junction beyond Sun Yanagitei) and the Otokozawa area downstream on the opposite bank of the Kurobe River will be closed to vehicles.
    • Please note that the road to the ski resort behind the hot spring town will also be closed to vehicles and pedestrians after 15時30分.
    • Traffic congestion on roads around the area is expected on the day of the event. Allow plenty of time to arrive, or consider using public transportation.

Paid Seating and Tickets

No paid viewing seats are available to the general public for the Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular. However, many ryokan and hotels in the Unazuki Onsen district may offer plans that allow guests to watch the fireworks from their rooms. Some accommodations, particularly those with rooms featuring open-air baths or special suites facing the clear waters of the Kurobe River, offer spectacular views of fireworks exploding right in front of you. If you are looking for a special experience, check the official websites of individual accommodations.

Lesser-Known Viewing Spots

One of the defining features of the Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular is that the fireworks can be seen from anywhere in the hot spring town. Here are several lesser-known spots that offer an especially enjoyable experience.

• Main venue (near Unazuki Station on the Kurobe Gorge Railway / near Yamabiko Observatory): This spot is close to where the largest number of fireworks are launched, allowing you to see multiple launches at once. Since music-synchronized fireworks are presented at the main venue, it is especially recommended for those who want to fully enjoy the interplay of sound and light. There is plenty of space, and visibility is good.

• Near the Chitetsu railroad crossing: Located between the fireworks launch sites, this area offers the special sensation of feeling surrounded by fireworks—something difficult to experience at other fireworks festivals. You cannot hear the music here, but the area has many shops and day-use hot spring baths, making it an ideal place to spend time before the fireworks begin. It is approximately a 4-minute walk from the main venue.

• Omakagebashi Bridge: A popular spot where you can view fireworks launched from multiple locations. It is particularly well known among photographers who want to set up tripods to capture the fireworks. It is approximately an 8-minute walk from the main venue.

• Unazuki Park: Located in the center of the hot spring town, this is one of the better places for watching the fireworks. Its spacious setting is ideal for those who want to relax and enjoy the show.

• Ryokan and hotels in Unazuki Onsen: Many ryokan and hotels may offer views of the fireworks from guest rooms, open-air baths, rooftops, and other locations. In particular, rooms facing the Kurobe River allow you to enjoy fireworks exploding right in front of you from the privacy of your own space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I see the Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular from the hotel where I am staying? A. Yes. The fireworks can be viewed from many hotels and ryokan in the Unazuki Onsen district. Rooms facing the Kurobe River are particularly popular for their close-up views of the powerful fireworks. When making your reservation, we recommend asking the hotel whether the room has a view of the fireworks.

Q. Are paid viewing seats available? A. No paid viewing seats are available to the general public for the Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular. There are free viewing spots throughout the hot spring town, so enjoy the fireworks from whichever location you prefer.

Q. What happens if it rains? A. The event goes ahead in light rain, but in severe weather it will be postponed to the following day, 8月19日（水）. The decision on whether the event will be held is scheduled to be announced on the official website and social media by around 18時 on the day, so check the latest information before setting out.

Q. What should I know about traffic restrictions and parking around the venue? A. On the day of the fireworks festival, traffic restrictions—including road closures—will be in effect in parts of the hot spring town from 19時 to around 21時. The Kurobe Gorge Railway parking lot is free after 18時30分, but congestion is expected. Paid multistory parking garages are also available in the hot spring town. Strongly consider using public transportation. If you come by car, allow plenty of extra time.

Q. How many fireworks will be launched? A. Approximately 2,000 fireworks are scheduled to be launched at the 2026 Unazuki Onsen Gorge Fireworks Spectacular. Combined with the sound reverberating through the gorge’s terrain, the show offers a spectacular experience.