2026 71st Aki Ryokoza Citizen Festival (Fireworks) Full Day Sightseeing Course
On August 2, 2026 (Sunday), centered around the 71st Aki Ryokoza Citizen Festival held at the Health Exchange Center Genkikan in Aki City, this full day course allows you to enjoy Aki City, a castle town connected to the Goto family, the chief retainer of the Tosa clan. In the morning, admire the Nora Clock known as a handcrafted timepiece from the Meiji era and stroll through the Doi Kakuchu area where samurai residences still remain. Touch Aki's history at Aki Castle ruins and the History and Folk Museum, and browse locally-sourced products at the Aki Station Jiba-san Market. In the evening, head to the venue Genkikan, where you can enjoy approximately 3,000 fireworks while watching dancing performances and mochi tossing at the refreshing citizen festival. A complete plan for enjoying both castle town exploration and fireworks in summer Aki City.
Schedule
Admire the handcrafted clock tower from the Meiji era, symbol of Aki City
Stroll through the streetscape of samurai residences surrounded by hedgerows continuing since the Edo period
Learn about history at Aki Castle ruins and the museum, connected to the Aki clan who ruled eastern Tosa
Browse local agricultural products and souvenirs for a short rest
Enjoy approximately 3,000 fireworks while watching dancing performances and mochi tossing
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