2026 Tanba Sasayama Dekansho Festival Fireworks - Full Day Itinerary
A full-day course centered on the Tanba Sasayama Dekansho Festival fireworks that will light up the Sanno-maru Plaza at Sasayama Castle Ruins in Tanba Sasayama City, Hyogo Prefecture, held August 15 (Sat) - 16 (Sun), 2026. In the morning, touch upon the history of the castle town at the Daishoin of Sasayama Castle Ruins, and leisurely stroll through the old town of Kawaracho Tsumairishokka merchant houses. In the afternoon, visit the Taisho Roman Museum and Ojiyama Park to enjoy the retro atmosphere unique to Tanba Sasayama. In the evening, return to the venue, finish dinner, and secure a spot to view the fireworks. From 8:15 PM to 8:30 PM, fireworks will illuminate the night sky above Sasayama Castle Ruins. A greedy plan to enjoy Tanba Sasayama's unique summer day—castle town stroll, Dekansho dance excitement, and fireworks all together.
Schedule
Learn about the castle town's history at the restored palatial architecture
Leisurely stroll through the old town lined with latticed merchant houses
Rest at a retro Western-style building and browse local specialty products
Rest in a lush green park while enjoying the cool shade
Enjoy dinner at the venue and Dekansho dancing, then secure a spot for fireworks viewing
Approximately 1,000 fireworks light up the night sky above the castle ruins
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