2026 Nagahama Akahashi Summer Festival Fireworks: Full-Day Immersion Course

Enjoy a special full-day course centered on the Nagahama Akahashi Summer Festival Fireworks, held on August 1, 2026 (Saturday) at 8 PM at Nagahama Waterfront Park in Ōzu City, the "Little Kyoto of Iyo." In the morning, visit Ōzu Castle with its impressive original castle tower, then in the afternoon explore Garyu-Sanso, a renowned garden along the Hijikawa River, and Pokopen Yokocho with its nostalgic Showa-era atmosphere. In the evening, admire the Nagahama Ōhashi Bridge, a red movable bridge that inspired the festival's name, while enjoying the cool breezes of the port town. Approximately 1,800 fireworks illuminate the Hijikawa River estuary for a memorable summer finale unique to Ōzu and Nagahama. This full-day plan is perfect for families wanting to enjoy both the charm of castle-town exploration and the scenic beauty of the port town.