Numata Hongo Summer Festival Fireworks Display Venue (沼田本郷夏まつり花火大会会場) (Right Bank of the Numata River, Downstream of Hongo Ohashi Bridge)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The Numata Hongo Summer Festival Fireworks Display (沼田本郷夏まつり花火大会) is a summer tradition held on the right bank of the Numata River (沼田川), downstream of Hongo Ohashi Bridge (本郷大橋) in Hongo-cho, Mihara City. In 2026, fireworks will launch into the night sky over a 30-minute span from 8:15 to 8:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 18. The fireworks' light reflected on the surface of the Numata River creates a depth and beauty different from fireworks viewed only on land. From the viewing area spread along the river, you can look straight up at the fireworks, and the location is also appealing for its gentle river murmur and pleasant summer night breeze. The program of light and sound, compactly packed into 30 minutes, combines warmth and impact unique to a local summer festival.

Fireworks details

Tips

Be sure to check on the day for whether the event will go ahead in stormy weather via the official announcements from Mihara City or the event organizer. Afterward, the surrounding roads and parking lot exits get congested, so those driving are advised to enjoy the afterglow at the venue for a while after the fireworks end before moving. There is little lighting on the riverbed on the way back, so use your phone's light or a small flashlight and watch your footing.

Best time to visit

Timed to the 8:15-8:45 p.m. event window. Have your seating spot arranged 15-20 minutes before it starts.

Access & map

Hiroshima Prefecture, Right Bank of the Numata River Downstream of Hongo Ohashi Bridge - Hongo-cho, Mihara City