Watch the Summer Festival Fireworks Bursting Into the Night Sky Along Shiodata River

About this spot

The Shiodata Summer Festival Fireworks Grand Spectacular is held annually in August around the Ureshino City Social and Cultural Hall Liberty, serving as the region's summer festival fireworks display. From the viewing area that spreads along Shiodata River, the fireworks burst magnificently across the night sky while reflecting their light on the river's surface. As a fireworks festival rooted in the local community where residents gather and the bustling food stalls illuminate the summer night, you can enjoy a fireworks scene characteristic of this region. It's a fitting finale to Ureshino's uniquely special summer day—visiting the hot spring town and white-walled townscape during the day, then gazing up at the fireworks from the riverside at night.

Fireworks details

Tips

Confirm any changes to the fireworks schedule due to bad weather through the official announcements of Ureshino City or the festival organizers on the day. After the show ends, the roads and parking areas around the venue will be congested, so waiting a bit before departing will result in smoother travel. Since your footing will be dark, a small light is helpful for the walk back.

Best time to visit

Align with the 8:00 p.m. start time. Arriving at your viewing location 30 minutes before the start allows for a relaxed viewing experience.

Access & map

Saga Prefecture, Area around Ureshino City Social and Cultural Hall Liberty, Ureshino City