71st Ibaraki Benten Fireworks Festival 2026

Dates & time: August 8, 2026 (Sat) 19:30–20:30（打ち上げ約60分）※荒天中止
cost: Free to watch. The only paid seating is the side event "Let's Asoventure" (400 hilltop seats with unlimited festival games, 4,000 yen)
Venue & access: Bentenshu Meiouji Temple grounds About 20 min on foot from Ibaraki Station (JR Kyoto Line). There is no shuttle bus, and with traffic restrictions around the venue on the day, walking in is the recommended way (no visitor parking).

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Why You Should Visit

A fireworks festival at Bentenshu's Meiouji Temple that has run for 70 editions as a summer fixture of the Hokusetsu area. About 3,000 shells can be watched free from the temple grounds and surroundings — themed starmine bursts in sequence, closing with a gold-and-silver shower finale. There are no food stalls, only soft drinks: this one is purely about the fireworks.

NOTE

The show

About 3,000 shells (typical scale)
Themed starmines, with a gold-and-silver shower finale

Food and drink

No food stalls; only soft drinks sold
Bring your own drinks and snacks to be safe

Notes

Goes ahead in light rain; cancelled in severe weather (incl. winds over 10 m/s)
Entry may be restricted when crowded
Take your trash home
Prepare for the heat

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出典: 茨木辯天花火大会公式サイト

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FAQ

Do I need to stake out a spot?

Viewing is free and unreserved, so arrive early for a good position. Entry may be restricted at peak crowding.

Are there food stalls?

No — only soft drinks are sold at the venue, so bring food and drinks with you.

What if it rains?

Light rain doesn't stop it; severe weather does, as do winds above 10 m/s that would affect the launch. Check the official site on the day.