Watch the Doushin Fireworks Festival Around Hakodate Port, Savoring Summer Night Sky with Sea Breeze

About this spot

The Doushin Fireworks Festival (Hakodate Port Festival co-sponsored) held around Hakodate Port and Midori-no-shima (Green Island) is Hakodate's representative summer fireworks festival. Fireworks launched from the harbor facing Hakodate Bay burst wide across the night sky while their light reflects off the water's surface, coloring the summer night of this port town with a long history of international trade. The viewing area around Green Island offers an excellent location right by the harbor with open sightlines, allowing you to enjoy the fireworks face-on while feeling the sea's aroma and night breeze. Experience the powerful sound and light erupting across the entire harbor alongside the port festival's energy with your whole family. Savor Hakodate's summer night fully until the 8:50 PM finale.

Fireworks details

Tips

Arrive at the Midori-no-shima (Green Island) viewing area around Hakodate Port at least 30 minutes before fireworks begin to secure a viewing spot. Traffic restrictions and congestion are expected on surrounding roads on the day, so use public transportation such as the Hakodate City Tram or buses. After the finale, city trams and buses become very crowded; enjoy the aferglow at the harbor and depart later to avoid congestion. Check the official host announcement regarding cancellation due to bad weather.

Best time to visit

Timed for the 7:45 PM to 8:50 PM event hours. Secure your viewing spot at least 30 minutes before start.

Access & map

Hakodate Port area and Midori-no-shima (Green Island), Ohmachi, Hakodate City, Hokkaido