Paying Respects to the Principal Shrine of Bingo Kokufu: An Ancient Sacred Site with a Thousand Years of History
About this spot
Yano Shrine (矢野神社), located in Moto-chō, Fukuchū City, is an ancient shrine that has long served as the principal shrine of Bingo Kokufu, gathering the devotion of local residents. According to tradition, its founding dates back to ancient times. Within the shrine grounds, weathered old trees and stone lanterns line a quiet approach path. To sense the history of Fukuchū, the stage of the Bingo Kokufu Festival, starting from this sacred place is most fitting. A leisurely walk through the verdant shrine grounds in the bright daylight naturally heightens your anticipation for tonight's festival. The grounds are neither too large nor too small—just the right size for families with small children to comfortably explore.
Fireworks details
Name: 備後国府まつり花火大会
Date & time: 6/6 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 府中市立府中学園周辺・府中市
Shells: approx. 3,000
備後国府まつり花火大会は、国府の地として歴史を持つ府中市の初夏を彩る花火の祭典です。府中市立府中学園周辺を会場に、約3,000発の花火が夜空に次々と打ち上がります。芦田川沿いから見上げる花火は、川面に映る光とともに幻想的な景色を作り出します。スターマインや大玉など多彩な演目が続く中、山あいの街に響く打ち上げ音の迫力も格別です。備後の初夏の夜風に包まれながら家族で見上げる花火は、この土地ならではの忘れられない思い出になるでしょう。フィナーレの連発が夜空を染め上げる瞬間が、1日のクライマックスです。
Tips
開催時間は当日の公式発表で確認してください。荒天・警報発令時は中止または延期となる場合があります。終了後は周辺道路と駐車場が大変混雑するため、時間差での帰宅がおすすめです。足元は暗くなるのでライトを持参し、帰路の安全確保を忘れずに。
Food stalls
Food stalls: Yes
※Announced for 2026. 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
The shrine is within walking distance from Fukuchū Station, making it easily accessible. Admission to the shrine is free. Note that the stone-paved paths within the grounds can become slippery after rain, so wear comfortable walking shoes. For parking, it is best to use the municipal parking lots in the surrounding area.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour required. In the bright daylight hours, you can leisurely enjoy the atmosphere and greenery of the shrine grounds.
Access & map
〒726-0003 Hiroshima Prefecture, Fukuchū City, Moto-chō 313
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