Nagasaki – August 2 Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival Fireworks

Access

The main ways to reach Izuhara Port Higashihama Pier, the venue for the Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival Fireworks, are by ferry, jetfoil, or airplane.

By public transportation

• From Hakata Pier
  • Ferry: Approximately 4 hours 30 minutes to Izuhara Port, followed by a 1-minute walk to the venue.
  • Jetfoil: Approximately 2 hours 15 minutes to Izuhara Port, followed by a 1-minute walk to the venue.
• From Tsushima Airport
  • Take a Tsushima Kotsu bus bound for Izuhara and get off at the final stop, “Izuhara.” The venue is approximately a 5-minute walk away.

By car

• From Tsushima Airport
  • Approximately 20 minutes by car.
• Parking
  • Temporary parking lots are scheduled to be provided. Shuttle buses are scheduled to operate from the Tsushima City Hall parking lot to the venue. Possible temporary parking areas include the Tsushima City Hall parking lot, Shimizugaoka Ground, the Tsushima City Hall staff parking lot, Tendo-shige Parking Lot, and the area in front of Nakajima Suisan.
  • Traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue, so please follow local instructions.

Transportation after the event Public transportation options on Tsushima are limited, so if you are returning toward Hakata in particular, it is important to check the departure times of the last ferries and jetfoils in advance. Rental cars are convenient for getting around the island, but traffic is expected to be heavy on the festival day, so early reservations are recommended.

Reserved Seating and Tickets

There are no paid spectator seats at the Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival Fireworks. The fireworks can be viewed free of charge from various locations around Izuhara Port.

Viewing Spots

The Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival Fireworks are launched from the main venue at Izuhara Port Higashihama Pier. Because the area around the port is surrounded by the sea and mountains, there are many places from which to watch the fireworks.

• Around Izuhara Port Higashihama Pier
  • The launch site is nearby, allowing you to enjoy the fireworks up close and in all their spectacular intensity. As the center of the festival, the area also features food stalls and is recommended for those who want to watch the display in a lively atmosphere.
• Elevated areas in central Izuhara
  • There are several elevated spots in central Izuhara overlooking the fireworks venue. From a little farther away, you can relax and enjoy the nighttime scenery created by Izuhara Port and the fireworks.
• Coastline around the port
  • Many spots along the coastline around Izuhara Port offer a relatively relaxed viewing experience. These locations are recommended for anyone hoping to enjoy the dreamlike sight of the fireworks reflected on the water at the same time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is there parking near the venue? A. Yes. Temporary parking lots will be provided, and shuttle buses are scheduled to run from the Tsushima City Hall parking lot to the venue. However, traffic restrictions will be in place around the venue, so please follow local instructions and consider using public transportation.

Q. Is reserved seating available? A. There are no paid spectator seats at the Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival Fireworks. The fireworks can be viewed free of charge from various locations around Izuhara Port.

Q. Will food stalls be available? A. Yes. Food stalls will be set up at the Tsushima Izuhara Port Festival, allowing visitors to enjoy the event in a lively atmosphere.