Leisurely stroll through a Japanese garden Nagai City is proud of, enjoying summer greenery and the pond
About this spot
A Japanese garden representing Nagai City and a cherished gathering place for residents, known for its iris festival in early summer. Centered around a pond, the garden features lawn areas and walking paths. Even in August after the iris season has passed, the lush greenery and serene atmosphere continue. Located near Nogawa (野川), a tributary of the Mogami River, cool breezes from the riverside blow through, making it pleasant to spend time in the tree shade even on hot summer afternoons. The expansive lawn area is perfect for children to run around freely, and ideal for stretching your legs in the daytime before the fireworks. Start your full day ahead at a relaxed pace by leisurely circling the spacious garden.
Fireworks details
Name: ながい水まつり 最上川花火大会
Date & time: 8/8 (Sat) 19:30–
Venue: 長井市・最上川河川緑地公園
Shells: approx. 3,500
2026年8月8日(土)19時30分開始、ながい水まつりのクライマックスを飾る最上川花火大会です。最上川の川上から打ち上がる約3,500発は、山形の大河・最上川の川幅いっぱいに広がり、川面に映る光の揺らぎとともに夜空を彩ります。川沿いの会場は周囲の建物が低く視界が広いため、大きな花火を遮るものなく正面から楽しめるのが最大の魅力です。山形の夏祭りの伝統を受け継ぐ水まつりの夜は、地元の人々と一緒に川の風と花火の音に包まれる、旅の忘れられない1ページになるはずです。フィナーレの連発が川と空を同時に照らす瞬間を、家族全員でじっくり見届けましょう。
Tips
荒天時の開催可否は長井市・長井商工会議所の公式発表で必ず確認してください。終了後は会場周辺の道路と長井駅方面が混雑するため、フィナーレ後は河川敷でしばらく余韻を楽しんでから移動するのがおすすめです。フラワー長井線の帰りの電車時刻は事前に確認しておきましょう。足元が暗いので小さなライトがあると安心です。
Tips
About 15-minute walk from Nagai Station on the Flower Nagai Line (フラワー長井線), or use the city's circular bus. Admission is free. There are vending machines in the garden, so stock up on drinks for peace of mind. Outside the iris season, there are few visitors, making for a leisurely stroll.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes required. The contrast between the pond's water surface and green is beautifully visible in the midday light.
Access & map
〒993-0087 Yamagata Prefecture, Nagai City, Yokomachi 6-24
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Leisurely stroll through the iris garden representing northeastern Japan
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