Sumida River Fireworks Festival
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14 best fireworks festivals in and near Tokyo: June-August 2026

Here are some of the city’s most spectacular fireworks festivals taking place from June through August 2026

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Fireworks are an essential part of the summer festivities in Tokyo. All across the city, you can enjoy spectacular displays that light up Tokyo's warm summer nights, and that's not counting the other fireworks happening in nearby prefectures.

In 2026, you can look forward to a particularly vibrant summer, as many of Tokyo's top fireworks festivals are confirmed to take place again this year. This includes the sensational Itabashi Fireworks Festival (August 1) and the highly anticipated Sumida River Fireworks Festival (July 25).

As mentioned, there are more equally impressive fireworks just outside Tokyo in Chiba, Shizuoka and Yamanashi. So dust off your yukata, arrive early to secure the best viewing spot, and enjoy the colourful fireworks while snacking on some tasty festival grub.

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Fireworks near Tokyo (as day trips)

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Although summer is usually the season for fireworks in Japan, this Shonan festival breaks away from tradition with a captivating fireworks show in October. The 30-minute fireworks show is scheduled for 6pm on Saturday October 17.

You can expect approximately 1,000 rockets of colourful bursts, launched against the dark silhouette of the nearby Enoshima Island. The nighttime seascape makes for the perfect backdrop for this explosive showcase.

To catch the show, park yourself at the Katase Nishihama beach on the mainland.

The event may be cancelled in the event of inclement weather. 

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