Japan Fireworks Festivals 2026

9 major hanabi festivals across Japan, by region. Dates are re-checked daily against official sources.

Hokkaido

Kanto

Koshinetsu

Tokai

Kansai

Kyushu

Japan fireworks festivals: common questions

What does this page cover?
9 fireworks displays across Japan, grouped by region — Kansai, Kyushu, Tokai, Hokkaido, Kanto and Koshinetsu. Each entry carries its dates or typical viewing window, venue and access, re-checked against the official source for that event.
Which are the largest?
By shells, the biggest listed here are Huis Ten Bosch Kyushu-Ichi Grand Fireworks Festival (~22,000), Tsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition (~20,000) and Chikugogawa Fireworks Festival (~15,000). Only entries with a published figure are counted, so this ranks what is documented rather than every fireworks display in Japan.
Already happened in 2026 (41) — save these for next year

These fireworks festivals have already taken place this year. Note the dates below so you can plan a trip around the same time next year.