2026 Fukuyama Summer Festival Ashida River Fireworks Grand Display - Full Day Course
A full-day course enjoying Fukuyama City in Hiroshima Prefecture from daytime, centered around the Ashida River Fireworks Grand Display of the 2026 Fukuyama Summer Festival, held on Saturday, August 15, 2026. In the afternoon, stroll through Fukuyama Castle and the surrounding castle town area, and enjoy the view toward the Ashida River from the tenshu (main tower), a symbol of Fukuyama City. Next, visit the historically significant shrines and temples of Kusado Inari Shrine (草戸稲荷神社) and Meiouin (明王院), and feel the rich landscape along the Ashida River as evening approaches. At dusk, secure a spot at the Ashida River Green Space and take care of meal preparation with food stall cuisine. After sunset, view approximately 16,000 fireworks from the viewing area upstream of Ashida River Bridge, crossing the Ashida River. A definitive summer Fukuyama plan packed with a historical castle town stroll and a grand river fireworks display.
Schedule
Panoramic View of Fukuyama City Streets and the Ashida River from the Renovated Tenshu in 2022
Paying Respects at a Celebrated Shrine Along the Ashida River with Over a Thousand Vermillion Torii Gates
Leisurely Stroll Through the Temple Grounds of an Ancient Temple Where Both the Main Hall and Five-Story Pagoda Are National Treasures
Securing a Spot Along the River, Enjoying Food Stall Cuisine While Waiting for the Grand Display
Grand Finale - Viewing Approximately 16,000 Fireworks Across the Ashida River
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