2026 Tamura Shrine Festival Lanterns Dedicated Fireworks - Full Day Itinerary
A full-day itinerary centered around the Festival of Ten Thousand Lanterns Dedicated Fireworks held at Tamura Shrine in Kita-Tsuchiyama, Tsuchiyama Town, Koka City on Sunday, July 26, 2026. Tsuchiyama Town is a historic town that flourished as a post station on the old Tokaido road, with the charm of peaceful landscapes dotted with tea plantations. In the afternoon, visit Michi no Eki Ai no Tsuchiyama to experience local specialties, then head to Tokaido Denma Hall to learn about the history of Tsuchiyama as a prosperous post town. In the evening, walk down the approach to Tamura Shrine, the venue, enjoy dinner, and secure a spot in the shrine grounds illuminated by the lantern festival lights. From 7 PM to 8 PM, dedicated fireworks light up the night sky. The history of the post town, the lanterns of the festival, and fireworks - an itinerary to fully enjoy the charms of Koka and Tsuchiyama in one day.
Schedule
Visit a museum showcasing Tsuchiyama's history and culture with "The Road" as its theme
Experience local specialties and Tsuchiyama tea with a rest break
Learn about Tsuchiyama's history as a prosperous post town
Have dinner along the shrine approach and secure a spot in the lantern-lit shrine grounds
View the dedicated fireworks from the shrine grounds during the Festival of Ten Thousand Lanterns
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