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Start your fireworks day with lunch and a stroll in the shopping arcade near Ikeda Station

About this spot

The central shopping arcade of Ikeda City that spreads right next to Hankyu Ikeda Station. Traditional-style restaurants, delicatessens, cafes and other shops line the street, creating a friendly atmosphere bustling with local people. Ikeda City is also known as the birthplace of instant ramen, making it a convenient starting point for a casual stroll. On the day of the fireworks festival, the arcade is less crowded during the afternoon, allowing you to leisurely enjoy both your meal and the town's atmosphere. It's also a smart move to pick up light snacks or beverages during this time in preparation for tonight's fireworks.

Fireworks details

Name: 猪名川花火大会

Date & time: 11/7 (Sat) 18:00–18:30

Venue: 池田市・猪名川河川敷

猪名川花火大会は、池田市の猪名川河川敷を会場に開催される秋の花火大会です。11月の夜空に打ち上がる花火は、夏の大会とはひと味違う凛とした空気の中で楽しめるのが特別な魅力。川面に映る光の揺らぎと、秋の澄んだ夜気に響く打ち上げ音が河川敷を包みます。夏とは異なり観客が比較的ゆったりと観覧できる雰囲気も、秋の花火大会ならではです。短い打ち上げ時間の中に凝縮された光と音の競演を、川風を感じながら楽しみましょう。

Tips

開催可否は荒天時に変更となる場合があるため、当日は主催者の公式情報を必ず確認してください。終了後は最寄りの阪急池田駅に向かう人で混雑するため、しばらく河川敷で余韻を楽しんでから移動する時間差帰宅がおすすめです。足元が暗い場所もあるため、帰り道は小型ライトを活用してください。

Food stalls

Where: 池田市側第1・第2会場（露店エリア）／川西市側は数店舗のみ

※Based on previous years. 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: yodogawawatch.osaka.jp

Tips

A 2-3 minute walk from Hankyu Takarazuka Line's Ikeda Station. Lunch is convenient at nearby restaurants and cafes in the shopping arcade. After late afternoon on the day of the fireworks festival, crowds increase around the station area, so check your train schedule in advance.