Why You Should Visit
A small weekend fireworks event lighting up Kobe's night sky. On April 4 (Sat), to celebrate the 1st anniversary of GLION ARENA Kobe's opening, the launch site will be moved from the usual Meriken Park area to off Shinko Pier 1 & 2. Fireworks will bloom for about five minutes over the harbor, accompanied by music. Enjoy the harbor lights blending with fireworks in the pleasant sea breeze.
Essentials
- location
- Off Shinko Pier 1 & 2 (near GLION ARENA Kobe)
- period
- April 4, 2026 (Sat)
- Time
- 19:00
- cost
- Free viewing
- access
- Around Shinko Pier 1 & 2 (GLION ARENA Kobe). 15-min walk from JR Kobe Station, 10-min walk from Kobe Municipal Subway Kaigan Line Minato-Motomachi Station
- REGISTRATION
- No reservation required, free viewing
- NOTE
- Duration: approx. 5 minutes. ※On April 4, the launch site changes to off Shinko Pier 1 & 2. Weather updates will be posted on the official Instagram (@kobehanabi).
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