Miyagi — Watari Furusato Summer Festival Fireworks

Getting there

The Torinoumi Park area can be reached by public transport, although arriving by car is convenient.

By train and bus

The nearest station is Watari Station on the JR Joban Line. From the station, a shared local transport service takes approximately 10 minutes to the Watari Onsen Torinoumi-mae stop, followed by a 2-minute walk to the venue. A taxi from JR Watari Station also takes around 10 minutes. However, some information describes the venue as having no nearby station and advises using other transport, so bear this differing guidance in mind.

Buses and taxis towards Watari Station are expected to be busy after the fireworks. Plan your return journey with plenty of time to catch the last train.

By car

The venue area is approximately 5 minutes from Torinoumi Smart Interchange on the Joban Expressway, or around 15 minutes from Watari Interchange on the Sendai-Tobu Road.

Parking: Around 3,500 free parking spaces are expected to be available near the venue. Large crowds attend each year, however, so congestion is likely. Please share vehicles where possible. Paid viewing-seat tickets include designated parking.

Paid viewing seats and tickets

Paid viewing seats are offered for the 2026 Watari Furusato Summer Festival Fireworks, providing a comfortable place to enjoy the display.

• Types and prices:
  • 4-person seating set: ¥12,000, including tax.
  • 6-person seating set: ¥18,000, including tax.
• Included: One long table, chairs—4 for the 4-person set or 6 for the 6-person set—and one designated parking space. There is no need to reserve a viewing spot yourself.
• Quantity: Limited to 150 groups.
• Location: North of the Torinoumi Park administration building.
• Sales period: From Saturday, June 27, 2026, between 09:00 and 17:00. The office is closed every Monday, on the last Friday of the month, and on public holidays.
• How to apply: Complete and submit an application form at the Watari Town Tourism Association office, on the second floor of Watari's Yurikan building. Applications can also be submitted by email.
• Payment: Cash or bank transfer.
• Conditions: Specific seats cannot be selected. After payment has been confirmed, the relevant documents, including a parking permit and seat labels, are sent around early August. Applications cannot be cancelled, but payment is refunded if the fireworks display is cancelled.

Check the official Watari Town Tourism Association website for full details.

Quieter viewing spots

The following places are suggested for visitors hoping to avoid the main crowds.

1. The embankment near Watari Ohashi Bridge This elevated embankment is across the Abukuma River, a little way from the venue. With relatively few tall buildings, it offers the possibility of seeing large fireworks clearly across the river. It is suggested for a calmer viewing experience.

2. Naya Coast This stretch of coast is approximately 1 kilometre north of the venue. You can watch the fireworks while feeling the sea breeze, and the small number of nearby buildings gives the area an open outlook. There are also scattered parking spaces along the farm roads.

3. The seawall near Torinoumi Fureai Market Relatively close to the venue and with few obstructions, this is described as a comfortable place to watch the display. It is known as a quieter spot also visited by local students. Bring a picnic sheet for a relaxed evening.

4. The area near Obatahama Kita Disaster Prevention Park This disaster-prevention park lies on the opposite side of Torinoumi from Torinoumi Park. The water between the park and the display provides an open view, allowing larger fireworks to be seen from a distance.

Access to these suggested spots may vary with crowd conditions and traffic restrictions on the day. Check their locations on a map beforehand and allow extra travel time.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Under what conditions is the fireworks display cancelled? A. The Watari Furusato Summer Festival Fireworks is cancelled in severe weather. Whether the display proceeds in light rain has not been confirmed, so check the official website for the latest information if the weather is poor.

Q. Are there food stalls near the venue? A. Yes. Many stalls open in the festival area from 15:00, when the wider celebrations begin, offering a variety of festival foods.

Q. Will there be traffic restrictions? A. Traffic restrictions may be introduced around the venue on the day. In particular, access to Watari Onsen Torinoumi by car may become difficult, so consider public transport or arriving early. Detailed traffic information is published by the Watari Town Tourism Association and other official channels; check before setting out.