Approximately 4,000 fireworks illuminate the Yoshino River night sky—the summer climax of southern Nara
About this spot
The summer fireworks festival held August 15, 2026 (Saturday) from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM on the Yoshino River riverbank upstream of O-kawa Bridge in Gojo City. Approximately 4,000 fireworks burst across the wide Yoshino River, with sound reverberating through surrounding mountains—a powerful display you feel to your core. The light reflecting off the river surface is a special sight unique to riverbank viewing. An hour blending the quiet nostalgia of Obon, the evening of sending off summer, with the excitement of blooming fireworks creates a treasured memory of a southern Nara summer night. The grand finale's rapid-fire bursts painting river and sky is the climax of the evening.
Fireworks details
Name: 吉野川祭り納涼花火大会
Date & time: 8/15 (Sat) 19:30–20:30
Venue: 五條市・吉野川大川橋上流側河川敷
Shells: approx. 4,000
Food stalls
Hours: 14:00頃–(屋台)
Where: 会場周辺、特に市役所前の通りなどに集中
Scale: 例年100店舗を超える屋台
※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 includedTips
In case of bad weather, check Gojo City's official announcement for event confirmation. After the event, surrounding roads and parking exits become very crowded. Enjoying the finale's lingering glow for a while before departing helps avoid peak congestion. The return path has limited lighting, so have a light handy.
Best time to visit
7:30 PM–8:30 PM event time. Secure your spot 30 minutes before the start
Access & map
Nara Prefecture, Gojo City, Yoshino River upstream of O-kawa Bridge riverbank
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2026 Yoshino River Festival Summer Fireworks Full-Day Course
Nara
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