Watch the Yonezawa Sengoku Fireworks Festival, grand fireworks light up the autumn night sky

About this spot

The Yonezawa Sengoku Fireworks Festival (よねざわ戦国花火大会) is a major autumn fireworks festival held annually on the stage of Yonezawa, the castle town of the Uesugi clan. In 2026, it will be held at Yonezawa City Baseball Stadium starting at 6:30 PM on Saturday, October 10. The explosive sound of fireworks echoing across the land where Sengoku-era warlords once galloped is spectacular, and the colors and lights of the fireworks reflected in the clear autumn night sky are extraordinarily beautiful. Since October nights in Yonezawa bring temperatures that drop significantly, be sure to dress warmly before viewing. A distinctly Yonezawa experience where you trace the area's Sengoku history by day and conclude with fireworks at night.

Fireworks details

Tips

Please check the official festival announcement regarding whether the event will be held in case of bad weather. October nights in Yonezawa can see temperatures drop to around 10 degrees Celsius, so be sure to bring warm clothing, gloves, and a scarf. After the event ends, the surrounding roads and Yonezawa Station become congested, so staggering your departure time is recommended. Please check the times of return trains and buses in advance.

Best time to visit

To align with the 6:30 PM start, arrive at the venue 20-30 minutes early to secure a good spot.

Access & map

Yamagata Prefecture, Yonezawa City, Yonezawa City Baseball Stadium (山形県 米沢市・米沢市営野球場)