About 4,000 Fireworks Bloom in the Night Sky Over Maizuru Bay—A Summer Spectacle of the Port Town

About this spot

The Minato Maizuru Chatta Fireworks Festival, held annually each summer at the eastern district coastline of Maizuru City, is a summer tradition of this port town. Approximately 4,000 fireworks launched over the calm Maizuru Bay are amplified by the ria-shaped inlet's geography, offering a different kind of impact compared to fireworks in urban settings. The fantastical scene of fireworks reflections on the still water of the bay is a unique spectacle of marine fireworks. In 2026, the festival is scheduled for Sunday, July 26, from 7:30 PM to 8:10 PM, with approximately 40 minutes of fireworks. Watching the fireworks side by side with family in the scent of the sea and the sound of waves will surely become a memorable page of your summer.

Fireworks details

Tips

During rough weather or high waves, the festival may be canceled or postponed, so confirm the day's hosting status through the organizer's official announcement. After the show, surrounding roads will be congested, so it's recommended to wait a bit before driving home. The return route has areas with limited lighting, so use your smartphone's light to illuminate the ground and move safely.

Best time to visit

Timed with the 7:30 PM to 8:10 PM show time. Confirm your seating location and direction 20-30 minutes before the start.

Access & map

Kyoto Prefecture, Maizuru City, Eastern District Coastline