Watch the Meiji Shrine Outer Garden Fireworks Festival as Approximately 10,000 Fireworks Light Up the Urban Night Sky

About this spot

A large-scale fireworks festival launching approximately 10,000 fireworks into the night sky above central Tokyo, with Meiji Shrine Stadium and Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium as venues. Starmines and large fireworks burst in succession, and the dazzling light display can be enjoyed not only from reserved seating within the venue but also from surrounding areas. Despite its location in the heart of the city, Gaien's wide-open sky creates a sense of freedom unique to the area, and cheers ring out each time fireworks thunder across the sky. The finale's successive bursts envelop the night sky in a spectacular display of light—an unforgettable summer evening your entire family will treasure.

Fireworks details

Tips

Reserved seating tickets must be purchased in advance through the official website (limited day-of tickets or sold out possible). Free viewing available from designated areas around the venue perimeter. After the show, Gaien-mae, Shinanomachi, and Sendagaya stations will be extremely crowded; consider resting at the venue for a while before leaving or use different stations depending on your direction. In case of severe weather, the event may be postponed; check the official event information on the morning of the day.

Best time to visit

7:30 PM–8:30 PM show time. Arrive at your viewing spot 30 minutes before the start.

Access & map

Tokyo, Shinjuku Ward / Meiji Shrine Outer Garden (Meiji Shrine Stadium / Chichibunomiya Rugby Stadium)