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Explore all Season at a glance
Mie has 10 fireworks festivals on the calendar, running from May 1 to July 25. The busiest month is July, with 9 festivals.
6 of the 10 shows fall on a Saturday or Sunday, spread across 7 different venues.
The season opens with Shima Spain Village Moonlight Finale (Golden Week) (May 1) and closes with Mie – Tsu Fireworks Festival (July 25).
- May: 1
- July: 9
Shima Spain Village Moonlight Finale (Golden Week)
Date: Friday, May 1, 2026 · Time: 19:45–9:30 · Prefecture: Mie
📅 Fri, May 1🕐 Approximately 3 minutes from around 7:45 PM (Park operating hours: 9:30 AM – 8:30 PM)
Mie – Shio-kake Festival Fireworks
A detailed guide to the 2026 Shio-kake Festival Fireworks held in Shima City, Mie Prefecture. The fireworks mark the finale of the extraordinary Shio-kake Festival, a unique celebration with over 800 years of history, with approximately 1,500 fireworks lighting up the night sky and sea over Wagu Fishing Port. This guide covers everything you need to know before heading out, including event details, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and frequently asked questions.
📅 Tue, July 14🕐 20:45～21:00 (scheduled)📍 Wagu Fishing Port breakwater (around the Wagu Fishing Port fish market, Shima City)
Mie – Ise Jingu奉納 National Fireworks Competition
A complete guide to the 2026 Ise Jingu奉納 National Fireworks Competition, one of Japan’s three major competitive fireworks festivals. Covering the date, venue, access, reserved seating, hidden viewing spots, and everything else you need for an enjoyable visit.
📅 Sat, July 18🕐 19:20–around 21:00 (scheduled)📍 Along the Miyagawa River (upstream from Watarai Bridge)
Mie Prefecture Fireworks Festivals 2026: Complete Guide to Dates, Venues, and Access
A comprehensive guide to fireworks festivals scheduled in Mie Prefecture in 2026. The OlaChill editorial team brings you the latest information on dates, venues, access, highlights, and hidden gems. Plan an unforgettable summer night experience.
📅 Sat, July 18
Mie – Iga City Citizens' Fireworks Festival
The Iga City Citizens' Fireworks Festival is a beloved summer tradition held at Ueno Sports Park in Iga, Mie. Although details for 2026 have not yet been announced, the event is typically held in late July and attracts large crowds. This article provides detailed information on the festival, access to the venue, recommended lesser-known viewing spots, and more.
📅 Mon, July 20
Mie – Toba Minato Festival Fireworks
A detailed guide to the Toba Minato Festival Fireworks taking place on Friday, July 24, 2026. The OlaChill editorial team brings you the latest information on the approximately 3,600 fireworks lighting up Toba Bay, access, reserved seating, and hidden spots for avoiding the crowds.
📅 Fri, July 24🕐 20:00–20:45 (approximately 45 minutes)📍 Around Toba Marine Terminal and on Toba Bay
Mie – Kihoku Toro Festival
A detailed guide to the 2026 Kihoku Toro Festival, held annually in Kihoku Town, Mie Prefecture. The spectacular display of a giant lantern floating on the sea and the terrain-inspired “Saiun Peacock” fireworks is a must-see. This guide covers the date, venue, access, lesser-known viewing spots, and paid seating information.
📅 Sat, July 25🕐 Stage events 16:30～around 19:10 (scheduled), fireworks 19:30～around 20:30 (scheduled)📍 Nagashima Port, Kihoku Town, Kitamuro District, Mie Prefecture
Mie – Kuwana Suigo Fireworks Festival
A detailed guide to the Kuwana Suigo Fireworks Festival 2026, a beloved summer tradition in Kuwana, Mie Prefecture. Learn all about the highlights, including one of the Tokai region’s largest 20-shaku fireworks and approximately 10,000 fireworks, the first drone light dance show in Mie, access, paid seating, lesser-known viewing spots, and frequently asked questions.
📅 Sat, July 25🕐 19:30～21:00📍 Ibi River waterfront (Nabeya-zutsumi)
Mie – Nabari River Summer Fireworks Festival
The Nabari River Summer Fireworks Festival lights up the summer night sky in Nabari, Mie Prefecture. Held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, the event features approximately 4,000 fireworks accompanied by powerful sounds that echo through the surrounding mountains. A comprehensive guide to the appeal of this historic festival.
📅 Sat, July 25🕐 20:00–around 21:00 (approximately 1 hour)📍 Nabari River Shinmachi riverbank and Kuroda area (left bank of the Nabari River)
Mie – Tsu Fireworks Festival
The 2026 Tsu Fireworks Festival is a special event commemorating the 20th anniversary of the merger of Tsu City. Highlights include approximately 5,000 fireworks launched from the sea and the first-ever drone ceremony in Mie Prefecture. This guide covers the date, access, lesser-known viewing spots, food stalls, and more.
📅 Sat, July 25🕐 20:00–21:00 (the first 15 minutes will feature the drone ceremony)📍 South of the waters off Akogiura Beach, Tsu City
🎆 Make a trip of it — tours near the fireworks
Day tours departing from the nearest city — tour by day, fireworks by night.
Day tourTakayama and Shirakawa-go: Gateway to Rural Mountain Japan
¥6,900〜
Day tourKamikochi Autumn Day Tour — same-day return from Tokyo or Nagoya
¥7,900〜
2 daysHakuba & Kamikochi Autumn Overnight-Bus Tour: Mountain Harbor and Japan's Little Switzerland (no hotel)
¥19,000〜
2 daysTateyama Overnight Bus Tour — Alpine Route, Kurobe Dam, Murodo (no hotel)
¥19,000〜