Old Sakai Port

The Ouo – or 'Great Fish' – Night Market has some serious history, having been a summer tradition in Sakai since the 13th century. Taking place at Ohama Park by the Old Sakai Pier on July 31 from 4.30pm to 8.50pm, the market features a wide variety of festival stalls selling Japanese street food, plus a spectacular fish auction. The pyrotechnic segment of the market – produced by SBI Mai Fireworks, formerly known as the Senshu Dream Fireworks – will close the night with a big bang. Hundreds of fireworks will be launched from the centre of Old Sakai Pier at 8.20pm, in sync with music to create an immersive cinematic experience. This is a paid event; ticket prices will be announced in due course.