Kyoto has 7 fireworks festivals on the calendar, running from June 3 to August 16. The busiest month is August, with 4 festivals.
3 of the 7 shows fall on a Saturday or Sunday, spread across 4 different venues.
The season opens with Kyoto Art Fireworks (June 3) and closes with Kyoto – Miyazu Toro Nagashi Fireworks Festival (August 16).
Kyoto Art Fireworks
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 · Time: 19:50–20:50 · Prefecture: Kyoto
Kyoto – Amanohashidate・Monjudo Ukimido Area Fireworks Festival
A detailed guide to the “Sea of Kyoto Miyazu BAY Fireworks” held in 2026 around Monjudo Ukimido at Amanohashidate, one of Japan’s three scenic views. Covers everything you need to know before heading out, including dates, access, paid seating, and lesser-known viewing spots.
Kyoto by the Sea Miyazu BAY Fireworks
Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Time: 20:30–20:35 · Prefecture: Kyoto
Kyoto – Kyotamba Fireworks Festival
A detailed guide to the 2026 Kyotamba Fireworks Festival, covering the schedule, venue, number of fireworks, access, free viewing areas, recommended hidden spots, traffic restrictions, and more. Check out the event information and enjoy approximately 2,000 fireworks lighting up the summer night sky, along with all that summer in Kyotamba Town has to offer.
Kameoka Peace Festival Hozugawa Fireworks Display in Kyoto
The 2026 Kameoka Peace Festival Hozugawa Fireworks Display has been canceled. Held every August, this is one of the Kansai region’s premier fireworks festivals, with approximately 10,000 or more fireworks lighting up the night sky. This article summarizes information from past events, including event details, access, paid seating, and lesser-known viewing spots.
Kyoto Prefecture Fireworks Festivals
A comprehensive guide to fireworks festivals scheduled in Kyoto Prefecture in 2026. We provide the latest information, including dates, venues, access, number of fireworks, and hidden gem viewing spots. Enjoy the beautiful fireworks that light up Kyoto's summer night sky.
Kyoto – Miyazu Toro Nagashi Fireworks Festival
The Miyazu Toro Nagashi Fireworks Festival, with a history of approximately 400 years, is a fantastical celebration of fire where around 10,000 lanterns illuminate Miyazu Bay and approximately 3,000 fireworks light up the night sky, creating a spectacular union of sea and sky. This guide covers everything you need to know about the 2026 event, including access, reserved seating, and the best lesser-known viewing spots.
Day tours departing from the nearest city — tour by day, fireworks by night.
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