Visit an Ancient Temple Showcasing the Awe-Inspiring Sculptures of Master Craftsman Ishikawa Uncho
About this spot
An ancient Jodo Shinshu (Pure Land) temple located in Katagai Town, Ojiya City, where the awe-inspiring carved wooden sculptures by Ishikawa Uncho (石川雲蝶), a master craftsman of the late Edo period known as the "Michelangelo of Echigo," are a must-see attraction. The intricate wood carvings that fill the ceiling, pillars, and transom panels possess artistic power that amazes visitors from throughout Japan. The temple grounds are densely green, and even on summer afternoons, a cool and quiet atmosphere lingers. Before the excitement of the fireworks festival begins, visiting such a quiet cultural heritage site will create a memorable rhythm to your day. It is widely known locally as one of Ojiya's representative tourist destinations.
Fireworks details
Name: おぢやまつり大花火大会
Date & time: 8/22 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 小千谷市・信濃川河川敷（旭橋下流）
Shells: approx. 7,000
おぢやまつり大花火大会は、毎年多くの来場者が訪れる小千谷市の夏の大イベントです。信濃川の広い川幅を舞台に約7,000発が打ち上がり、大玉花火が夜空に大きく開く迫力は格別です。河川敷からは打ち上げ地点が間近に見え、花火の音と光が体に直接響いてくる臨場感があります。川面に映る花火の反射が作り出す光景は、川辺の花火大会ならではの美しさです。越後の山並みに囲まれた盆地の夜空に開く大輪の花火は、都市部の花火大会とは異なる雄大なスケールを感じさせます。1日の締めくくりにふさわしい、忘れられない夏の夜です。
Tips
開催時間は当日の公式発表で確認してください。荒天時の開催可否および中止の場合の対応も事前に確認しておきましょう。終了後は会場周辺の道路と駐車場が一斉に混雑するため、フィナーレ後はしばらく河川敷で余韻を楽しんでから動き出す時間差帰宅が快適です。足元が暗くなるのでスマートフォンのライト機能や小型ライトを活用してください。
Food stalls
Where: サンプラ通り
※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 includedTips
About 15 minutes by car from Ojiya city center. Viewing the Kaisando Hall requires an admission fee (confirm the fee beforehand). Parking is available near the temple grounds. During summer, plan to visit within temple viewing hours. Since you'll need to return to the city center before evening to reach the fireworks venue, pay careful attention to your time allocation.
Best time to visit
Approximately 1 hour required. The quiet afternoon atmosphere of the temple grounds is perfect for leisurely appreciating the sculptures.
Access & map
〒947-0101 Niigata Prefecture, Ojiya City, Katagai Town 469
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