Why You Should Visit
About 6,000 fireworks light up the night sky over Fukuchiyama from the banks of the Yura River. The 2026 theme is "JOY HERE." Plans include a citizen-led "people's fireworks" segment, a campaign offering free admission to 400 local students, special seating overlooking Fukuchiyama Castle, and the Fukuchiyama Odori dance. Around 50 food stalls line the venue. A great way to close out the summer, with fireworks framed by the river and the castle.
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Essentials
- location
- Yura River banks, near Otonase Bridge
- period
- August 11, 2026 (Tue)
- Time
- 20:00–20:45 fireworks (about 6,000 shells)
Gates open 18:30 / stalls 13:00–22:00 - cost
- All seats are paid — there is no free viewing area. Stair seats ¥2,000 (elementary school and up) / sheet seats (3×3 m, 5–7 people) ¥10,000. Preschoolers are free if seated on a lap.
- Kobe · Gluten-free
- access
- About a 15-minute walk from Fukuchiyama Station (JR / Kyoto Tango Railway). Traffic restrictions may be in place around the venue on the day.
- TICKETS / REGISTRATION
- Seats are sold via Lawson Ticket (L-code 54126) and at partner shops in the city (cash only). No refunds, changes, or reissues. Ticket details
- NOTE
Highlights
- About 6,000 fireworks launched from the Yura River banks
- A citizen-led "people's fireworks" segment
- Special seating overlooking Fukuchiyama Castle
- Fukuchiyama Odori dance and around 50 food stalls
Entry
- All seats are paid; there is no free viewing area
- Gates open 18:30; be seated by 19:40
- You receive a wristband at the gate (non-removable; groups must enter together)
- Wristbands can be picked up early at GATE1/GATE2 outside the venue, 15:00–18:00
- Re-entry allowed (show your wristband at the gate)
- No pets (service dogs excepted)
Parking
- Free, open 16:00–22:00; all cars must leave by 22:00
- Ticket holders: Fukuchiyama Civic Gymnasium, Showa Elementary, Junmei Elementary, Hokimaru Park
- General visitors: Sandanike Park, BOOKOFF Fukuchiyama Ekiminamimachi
Weather
- Held in rain, cancelled in severe weather (no rain date)
- The call is made at 11:00 and 15:00 on the day and announced on the official site and social media
Basque cheesecakeBaked with rice flour, no wheat. Whole 12cm, serves 2-3¥4,700 incl. shipping (Japan only)There are 2 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Yura River banks, near Otonase Bridge, and 1 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.
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