Okinawa has 3 fireworks festivals on the calendar, running from April 11 to July 4. The busiest month is April, with 2 festivals.
3 of the 3 shows fall on a Saturday or Sunday, spread across 2 different venues.
The season opens with Okinawa – Ryukyu Kaiensai (April 11) and closes with Okinawa – Marine Expo Ocean Expo Park Churaumi Fireworks Festival (July 4).
Okinawa – Ryukyu Kaiensai
A complete guide to the 23rd Ryukyu Kaiensai, held on Saturday, April 11, 2026. This guide covers the event details, venue access, reserved seating information, and recommended lesser-known viewing spots for one of Japan’s earliest summer fireworks festivals.
Okinawa Prefecture Fireworks Festivals
A comprehensive guide to the latest information on fireworks festivals held in Okinawa Prefecture in 2026. We detail the dates, venues, access, and highlights of major events such as the Ryukyu Kaiensai and Ocean Expo Park Summer Festival Fireworks. Full of information to help you fully enjoy the fireworks lighting up Okinawa's beautiful night sky.
Okinawa – Marine Expo Ocean Expo Park Churaumi Fireworks Festival
A detailed guide to the Ocean Expo Park Churaumi Fireworks Festival 2026, held on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Around 10,000 fireworks lit up the night sky over Emerald Beach at Ocean Expo Park in Motobu, Okinawa, in a spectacular display. This guide covers useful information for your visit, including access, paid seating, and lesser-known viewing spots.
Day tours departing from the nearest city — tour by day, fireworks by night.
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