Fukuoka – July 20 Miyawaka Summer Fireworks Festival

Access

By Train or Bus

From Nogata Station on the JR Chikuho Main Line or the Heisei Chikuho Railway Ita Line, take a JR Kyushu Bus bound for Hakata. Get off at the “Miyata” bus stop after approximately 20 minutes, then walk about 3 minutes to the venue. After the fireworks, special services are scheduled to operate on the JR Kyushu Bus Nogata Line. At 21:30, buses bound for Nogata and Wakita Onsen will depart from the Miyata bus stop. Both services will follow their regular routes and should help ease congestion on the journey home.

By Car

From the Wakamiya Interchange on the Kyushu Expressway, take Prefectural Routes 9 and 463, then follow Prefectural Route 21 toward Miyawaka City Hall. The drive is approximately 8 km and takes about 15 minutes. Approximately 150 free parking spaces will be available around Miyawaka City Hall. The former Miyata Junior High School grounds, city hall-related parking areas, and the B&G Marine Center can also be used. Traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue from 18:00 or 19:00 until around 22:00 on the day of the event, so allow plenty of time for your journey. Follow directions from parking attendants, and consider using detour routes.

Reserved Seating and Tickets

The 54th Miyawaka Summer Fireworks Festival will offer reserved seating for a more comfortable viewing experience.

• Location: Riverbank in front of Miyawaka Licoris
• Price: 5,000 yen per bench (seats 4 people)
• Quantity: Limited to the first 60 benches
• Perk: Includes parking
• Application deadline: July 3 (Friday)

Reserved seating is limited and will no longer be available once sold out, so if you are interested, check the official Miyawaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry website and apply as soon as possible. It is especially recommended for families with young children and anyone who wants to enjoy the fireworks at a more relaxed pace.

Lesser-Known Viewing Spots

The Miyawaka Summer Fireworks Festival is known for its relatively spacious viewing areas, making it easier to avoid the crowds. For those who would prefer a more relaxed experience, here are several lesser-known viewing spots.

• Nishikura-no-oka Comprehensive Sports Park: Located on elevated ground a little distance from the venue, this park offers excellent visibility and a sweeping view of the fireworks. It is recommended for those who want to avoid the crowds.
• Along the embankments upstream and downstream of the Inunaki River: Other sections of the Inunaki River embankments, a little farther from the left bank embankment downstream from Honjo Bridge, can also be used as viewing spots. In particular, the area along the farm road on the right bank of the Inunaki River may offer a relatively relaxed place to watch the fireworks. Be sure to take precautions against insects.
• On Honjo Bridge (pedestrian walkway): You may also be able to watch the fireworks from the pedestrian walkway on Honjo Bridge. However, take care not to obstruct traffic or interfere with traffic restrictions.
• Elevated area near Miyawaka City Hall: There are elevated areas around Miyawaka City Hall, where you can expect a panoramic view overlooking the fireworks.
• Grounds of Tensho Shrine: The grounds of Tensho Shrine, with their serene and sacred atmosphere, are recommended for those who want to enjoy the fireworks in a peaceful setting.

These lesser-known spots are ideal for enjoying the fireworks at a leisurely pace while avoiding the crowds at the main venue. However, visibility may be obstructed in some locations, so we recommend checking a map in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What time do the food stalls around the fireworks venue close? A. In previous years, numerous food stalls have opened along the Inunaki River from around 17:00, before the fireworks begin, offering classic festival food and games for children. You can enjoy the festival atmosphere until 20:00, when the fireworks start.

Q. Is it permitted to fly a drone near the venue to film the fireworks? A. Flying drones and other aircraft is prohibited during the fireworks festival. Please follow the rules to ensure everyone’s safety.

Q. Where do the special buses depart from? A. Special services will operate on the JR Kyushu Bus Nogata Line after the fireworks. At 21:30, buses bound for Nogata and Wakita Onsen are scheduled to depart from the Miyata bus stop.