Yokosuka Kaikoku Festival Kaikoku Fireworks Display

Access

Traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue on the day of the fireworks display, and severe congestion is expected. Visitors are advised not to come by private car and to use public transportation instead.

Approximate access from the nearest stations:

• To Umikaze Park:
  • Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Kenritsu-Daigaku Station on the Keikyu Main Line.
• To Umibe Fishing Park:
  • Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Horinouchi Station on the Keikyu Main Line.
• To Shinko Pier:
  • Approximately 15 minutes on foot from Yokosuka-Chuo Station on the Keikyu Main Line.

Notes during busy periods:

• Keikyu’s Kenritsu-Daigaku Station becomes especially crowded after the fireworks end. Consider using Yokosuka-Chuo Station for your return journey.
• From 17:00 to around 20:00, vehicles will be prohibited around Kenritsu-Daigaku Station, Mikasa Park, and the area near the U.S. Naval Base Yokosuka.
• There is no dedicated parking around the venue. Parking lots at nearby parks may also be unavailable, so using public transportation is essential.
• Travel times to each spot are estimates for normal conditions. On the day of the fireworks display, congestion may make the journey take approximately 1.5倍～2倍 longer. Allow plenty of extra time.

Paid Seating and Tickets

For the 2026 Yokosuka Kaikoku Festival Kaikoku Fireworks Display, it has been announced that no paid viewing seats will be sold. In previous years, paid viewing areas were sometimes set up in part of Umikaze Park, but none will be provided in 2026.

Visitors will therefore need to use the free viewing areas or the lesser-known spots described below. Arriving early to reserve a spot and securing a viewing location away from the busiest areas will be important.

Lesser-Known Viewing Spots

Because the U.S. Naval Base Yokosuka will not be open to the public in 2026, viewing conditions are expected to differ from previous years. Taking into account the change in the launch site to offshore from Heisei Port, the following spots are recommended.

• Heiwa Chuo Park This park is located on elevated ground, approximately 15 minutes on foot from Keikyu’s Yokosuka-Chuo Station. Since the park sits on a hill, you can enjoy the fireworks from above, making it a well-known hidden gem for viewing aerial fireworks. It reopened after renovations in 2021年4月 and is beautifully maintained. Reserving a spot is possible from 9時 on the day of the event.

• Around the Otsu District Seawall Promenade Although it is a little farther from the launch site, this area lies along the bow-shaped shoreline stretching from central Yokosuka along Tokyo Bay and offers good views of the fireworks. Because there is a broad area from which to watch, you may be able to enjoy the display in a more relaxed setting while avoiding some of the crowds.

• Maborikaigan Like the Otsu District Seawall Promenade, this area is somewhat distant from the launch site, but you can watch the fireworks from the shoreline along Tokyo Bay. It is an open, spacious location recommended for anyone who wants to enjoy the fireworks together with views of the sea.

• Mikasa Park One of the standard viewing spots, but the park is currently undergoing construction, so the available viewing area may be limited. Before visiting, check the latest information on the official website or other sources. The park’s well-maintained facilities make it a comfortable and convenient place to watch the fireworks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. When will the event take place in 2026? A. The 2026 Yokosuka Kaikoku Festival Kaikoku Fireworks Display will be held on 2026年9月27日(日). It is scheduled to run from 18:00 to 18:30.

Q. Will paid viewing seats be available? A. It has been announced that no paid viewing seats will be sold for the 2026 Yokosuka Kaikoku Festival Kaikoku Fireworks Display. Please enjoy the fireworks from one of the free viewing areas.

Q. Can I watch the fireworks from the U.S. Naval Base Yokosuka? A. In 2026, the Japan–U.S. Friendship Yokosuka Friendship Day event, which opens the U.S. Naval Base Yokosuka to the public, will not be held on the same day. Please note that members of the general public will therefore not be able to watch the fireworks from inside the base.

Q. What happens if it rains? A. The event will be canceled in severe weather, and there will be no postponement date. The cancellation decision will be announced on the event’s special website and other channels, so check the latest information if rain is forecast on the day.

Q. Is there parking near the venue? A. There is no dedicated parking for the fireworks display. In addition, parking lots at parks around the venue may often be unavailable, and traffic restrictions will be in effect. Visitors are encouraged to use public transportation.