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Sanriku-Ofunato Summer Festival Fireworks Venue (Ofunato Bay shore)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Secure viewing spot at the bay shore, enjoy food stall cuisine while waiting for the show

About 60 min here

About this spot

The climactic fireworks event of the Sanriku-Ofunato Summer Festival. Fireworks ascending from Ofunato Bay resonate through the ria-enclosed coastal geography, creating powerful sound reflections accompanied by light dancing across the water surface—a dramatic summer night spectacle unique to seaside venues. Experiencing fireworks while feeling the Sanriku sea breeze and hearing wave sounds represents this day's journey's perfect crescendo. Celebrating alongside local residents amplifies the charm of Ofunato's summer fireworks tradition.

Fireworks details

Name: 令和8年度三陸・大船渡夏まつり

Date & time: 7/31 (Fri)–8/1 (Sat) 花火大会 8/1 19:30–20:15 / 祭り全体は7/3116:00–21:30、8/112:00–21:00

Venue: 大船渡市大船渡町・茶屋前岸壁(大船渡丸特設ステージ)、キャッセン大船渡モール、県道沿い、大船渡湾内。花火の打ち上げ場所は大船渡湾内沖の台船

Food stalls

Hours: 12:00–21:00

Where: キャッセンモール＆パティオ周辺

※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: city.ofunato.iwate.jp

Tips

Check official announcements for event details and start times. Weather-dependent cancellation decisions follow official announcements. Post-event road and parking congestion is intense; enjoying the finale's lingering glow from the bay before departing helps avoid peak congestion. Return paths have limited lighting; bring a small light for safety.