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Explore all Season at a glance
Yamagata has 4 fireworks festivals on the calendar, running from July 17 to August 16. The busiest month is August, with 3 festivals.
2 of the 4 shows fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The season opens with Yamagata – Nishikawa Summer Festival (July 17) and closes with Yamagata – Oishida Festival Mogami River Fireworks Display (August 16).
- July: 1
- August: 3
Yamagata – Nishikawa Summer Festival
The Nishikawa Summer Festival, held in Nishikawa Town, Yamagata Prefecture, is best known for its spectacular fireworks display lighting up the summer night sky. This article provides detailed information about the 2026 festival, including access, hidden viewing spots, and more, covering this community-oriented event—popular with families—where visitors can also enjoy local cuisine and various activities.
📅 Fri, July 17
Yamagata Prefecture Fireworks Festivals
This comprehensive article covers the latest information on fireworks festivals scheduled to be held in Yamagata Prefecture in 2026. We provide detailed information you'll want to know before you go, including dates, venues, number of fireworks, access, paid seating information, and hidden gem viewing spots. Enjoy the breathtaking fireworks that light up the summer night sky in Yamagata.
📅 Fri, August 14
Yamagata – Akagawa Fireworks Festival
A detailed guide to the Akagawa Fireworks Festival, held on Saturday, August 15, 2026. This guide covers the event overview, access, paid seating and frequently asked questions for Japan's most moving fireworks display, featuring approximately 12,000 fireworks illuminating the night sky.
📅 Sat, August 15🕐 Venue opens 16:00 / fireworks start 19:15 (planned)📍 Akagawa riverbed, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture (between Mikawa Bridge and Haguro Bridge)
Yamagata – Oishida Festival Mogami River Fireworks Display
A detailed guide to the Oishida Festival Mogami River Fireworks Display, taking place on Sunday, August 16, 2026. Around 3,000 fireworks will illuminate the night sky above the Mogami River, with the spectacular “five consecutive No. 20 shells,” the largest citizen-sponsored shells in Japan, as the highlight. Includes access information, reserved seating, and lesser-known viewing spots.
📅 Sun, August 16
🎆 Make a trip of it — tours near the fireworks
Day tours departing from the nearest city — tour by day, fireworks by night.
