A castle town in Kyoto prefecture, Fukuchiyama is hosting a fireworks festival this August. Now in its third year, the 2026 event will see the release of 6,000 fireworks over 45 minutes, creating an awe-inspiring scene around the historical castle.
The full-day festival will take over the Yura Riverside Area near Otonase Bridge, and it runs from 1pm to 10pm, with fireworks starting at 8pm. You can expect a lively atmosphere featuring around 50 food stalls and vendors, as well as a Fukuchiyama Odori dance for everyone to join in.
Paid seating on the embankment steps costs ¥2,000 per person. There’s also group seating on blue tarps, which can accommodate five to seven people for ¥10,000 per group.
Advance tickets are currently available, but only through local partners in Fukuchiyama. General sales via Lawson will commence on June 29. More details here.
If you’re visiting from Osaka, the most convenient option is the bus tour. It includes a return trip from Osaka, stair seating at the festival, plus general admission tickets to three Fukuchiyama attractions – the town's namesake castle, the Fukuchiyama Railway Museum and the Sato Taisei Memorial Art Museum. The tour will set you back ¥14,800 per person, and the bus is equipped with an onboard restroom for a comfortable ride.