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Sakura City Fireworks FestaMakuhari Beach Fireworks FestaKisarazu Port Festival FireworksIchikawa City Summer FireworksThe pastime of enjoying fireworks has a long history here in Japan, and the experience continues to be a beloved summertime ritual in communities throughout the country. While there will be dozens of local firework shows in Chiba this summer, we’ve selected our top-four recommendations to introduce here. If you’ve never been to a major fireworks event in Japan, you might be in for a surprise, as they can last well over an hour and feature over 10,000 colorful blasts! For those in the Tokyo-area this August hoping to see one of these magnificent displays, consider stopping by in Chiba for an unforgettable night of summer fun!
***The following information shows each event’s central location. You will find various spots in the vicinity of each event for viewing, and if you are unsure where to view the fireworks, we advise arriving early. We also recommend using public transportation and to expect crowds, so please have your IC cards charged or train tickets purchased in advance. In some cases, tickets can be purchased for special reserved seating during the fireworks shows. Please refer to each event’s official website for more information.***
August 3: 6:50 PM – 8:30 PM (In the case of inclement weather, it will be determined by 12:00 PM whether the fireworks display will be held)
Location: Sakura Furusato Square
Train Access: Keisei-Usui Station (approx. 30-minute walk)
In order to provide viewers with an up-close view of fireworks shooting off behind square’s Dutch-style windmill, the city offers special reserved paid seating. More information can be found below in Japanese:
Sakura City Website (Japanese)
The city also opens an area for free viewing near the square, located here:
Free Viewing Area (Google Maps)
August 3: 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM (In the case of inclement weather, it will be determined by 9:00 AM whether the fireworks display will be held)
Location: Makuhari Seaside Park (Makuhari Beach)
Google Maps
Train Access: JR Kaihimmakuhari Station (approx. 20-minute walk)
Official Website and Reserved Seating Ticket Information (Japanese)
August 15: 7:05 PM – 8:30 PM (Backup date in case of inclement weather: August 16)
Location: Kisarazu Port
Google Maps
Train Access: JR Kisarazu Station, West Exit (approx. 15-minute walk)
Official Website and Reserved Seating Ticket Information (Japanese)
August 24: 7:15 PM – 8:20 PM (Canceled in case of inclement weather)
Location: Edo River Riverfront
Google Maps
Train Access: JR Ichikawa Station (approx. 25-minute walk)
Official Website and Reserved Seating Ticket Information (Japanese)
