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Experience the history of a castle town at a park associated with the first lord of the Hisui Domain

About this spot

Hisui is a castle town founded in 1669 by Tōdō Takatsuji, and traces of its past remain around Kintetsu Hisui Station. Tōdō Takatsuji Park is a verdant park associated with the first lord of the Hisui Domain and is cherished as a gathering place for local residents. The surrounding area features temples dating back to the Edo period and quiet alleyways that reflect the castle town's original layout. Simply taking a leisurely walk allows you to feel the atmosphere of history. Before the lively night of the fireworks festival, savor the calm atmosphere of Hisui during the day. Since the park is within walking distance of the station, you can explore with minimal luggage.

Fireworks details

Name: 久居花火大会

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 18:00–20:30

Venue: 津市・陸上自衛隊久居駐屯地グラウンド

Shells: approx. 5,000

久居花火大会は、陸上自衛隊久居駐屯地グラウンドを会場に毎年多くの来場者を集める三重県内有数の花火大会です。2026年は8月1日(土)の18時から20時30分まで、約5,000発が久居の夏の夜空を彩ります。自衛隊のグラウンドという広々とした空間で間近に打ち上がる花火は、音の迫力が格別で、スターマインや大玉の連続打ち上げが夜空を次々と埋め尽くします。2時間30分という長い開催時間も魅力のひとつで、腰を落ち着けてじっくり楽しめます。地域の人々が待ち望む夏の風物詩として、久居の夜を豊かに演出する大会です。

Tips

荒天時の開催可否は津市または大会公式の発表で確認してください。終了後は周辺道路が混雑するため、久居駅方面への帰りは時間差での移動がおすすめです。近鉄久居駅の帰りの電車時刻は事前に調べておきましょう。足元が暗くなるので、スマートフォンのライト機能が役立ちます。

Food stalls

Where: 緑の風公園キッチンパーク

※Announced for 2026. Stall lineups change year to year. Please check the official site for the latest details.

Turn this into a day plan with stall time included

Source: hanabi.walkerplus.com

Tips

About 5 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Hisui Station. Free admission. Since the sun is strong during the daytime, don't forget a hat and sunscreen. There are convenience stores around the station, so it's a good idea to buy drinks before your stroll.