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Secure a spot along the Mikuma River, gaze at the dusk reflecting on the water while waiting for the show to begin
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Secure a spot along the Mikuma River, gaze at the dusk reflecting on the water while waiting for the show to begin

About this spot

In preparation for the fireworks festival's start, move to the viewing area along the Mikuma River and spread out your leisure sheet. At dusk, the river's surface becomes tinted orange and the mountain silhouettes float against the sky—a beautiful moment. Families waiting for the fireworks and local residents gather nearby, creating the lively atmosphere unique to festivals. After completing your final shopping at the stalls lined nearby, wait for the 7:40 PM start while enjoying the river breeze. Identify the restroom locations in advance for peace of mind.

Fireworks details

Name: 日田川開き観光祭大花火大会

Date & time: 5/23 (Sat)–5/24 (Sun) 19:40–21:00

Venue: 日田市・三隈川周辺(日田市内一円)

Shells: 約10,000発(2日間)

日田川開き観光祭大花火大会は、毎年5月に三隈川周辺を舞台に開催される日田市を代表する祭りの花火です。2日間で約10,000発が打ち上げられる規模で、川面に映り込む「逆さ花火」が三隈川ならではの絶景を生み出します。日田市内一円を照らす大輪の花火は、山に囲まれた盆地地形の日田で音が反響し、体に響く迫力があります。5月の初夏の夜風の中、川のせせらぎとともに見上げる花火は、夏の大都市の花火大会とはひと味違う、清々しさと感動に満ちた体験です。1時間20分にわたる打ち上げのフィナーレで夜空が明るく染まる瞬間は、この1日のクライマックスです。

Tips

荒天時の開催可否は日田市・大会主催者の公式発表で確認してください。終了後は三隈川周辺から市街地への道が混雑します。花火終了後は川岸でしばらく余韻を楽しんでから、時間をずらして帰路につくのがおすすめです。JR日田駅へは徒歩圏内のエリアが多いですが、帰りの列車・バスの時刻は事前に調べておきましょう。

Food stalls

Food stalls: Yes

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: city.hita.oita.jp

Tips

During the Hita Kawabiraki Kanko Matsuri period, viewing spaces are set up along the Mikuma River. Good spots fill up early, so it's safest to arrive by 6 PM. Some areas of the riverbank may be dark, so use your smartphone light to navigate safely.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour required. You can leisurely enjoy the gradual color change of the sky from sunset reflected on the river to nightfall.

Access & map

〒877-0000 Takase, Hita City, Oita Prefecture

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