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Hoko Park Jiyu Hiroba (offshore Lake Biwa launch venue)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Secure a spot and have dinner while watching the sunset over Lake Biwa, then wait for the show to begin

About 20 min here

About this spot

The Nagahama-Kita-Biwako Grand Fireworks Festival (Nagahama Camp) is a major autumn event in Nagahama, where you can enjoy fireworks launched from offshore on Lake Biwa from Hoko Park's Jiyu Hiroba. In 2026, it's held over three nights, September 16 (Wed) through 18 (Fri), every night from 8:00 to 8:20 p.m. Great bursts of fireworks opening over the vast surface of Lake Biwa are unobstructed, and you can enjoy a powerful view along with bands of light reflected on the water. In the cool night air of mid-September, the launch sounds echoing across the quiet lake are especially memorable, carrying an emotional quality unique to autumn fireworks, distinct from the bustle of summer. The dynamic 20-minute display crowns the climax of this one-day trip.

Fireworks details

Name: 長浜・北びわ湖大花火大会「長浜の陣」

Date & time: 9/16 (Wed)–18 (Fri) 20:00–20:20（各日）

Venue: 長浜市・豊公園自由広場（びわ湖沖合）

Food stalls

Where: 豊公園自由広場周辺(屋台村エリア)

※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 included

Source: city.nagahama.lg.jp

Tips

Always check the festival's official announcement to confirm whether it will go ahead in case of bad weather. Afterward, the roads around Hoko Park and toward Nagahama Station get crowded, so it's recommended to enjoy the lingering glow of the finale for a while before moving, staggering your departure. It gets dark underfoot, so bring a light and head home safely.