Lake Yogo Visitor Centre

With the humidity and haze of summer fading, autumn often sees cloudless and clear skies – perfect for a fireworks show. The second half of the two-part Nagahama/North Lake Biwa Fireworks Festival is coming up on October 17, so make your way to the lawn by the Lake Yogo Visitor Centre by 7.30pm on the day. The 30-minute show will see fireworks launched over Lake Yogo just north of Lake Biwa, a body of water known for its mirror-like reflections on the still water’s surface. The pyrotechnics are synchronised with stirring music and the surrounding mountains echo the sounds of the fireworks, creating a truly immersive viewing experience. The event offers paid seating with prices beginning at ¥4,000 per seat, granting you views of the fireworks by the lakefront. More information on seating is available on the website. The venue is a 15-minute walk from JR Yogo Station, and note that limited parking is available on site.