30-Minute Spectacular: Approximately 10,000 Fireworks Paint the Amusement Park's Night Sky

About this spot

Beginning at 8 p.m. on July 19, 2026 (Sunday), the "Sanoyoi Fireworks Carnival (さのよいファイヤーカーニバル)" takes center stage at Greenland in Arao City. Approximately 10,000 fireworks burst successively into the night sky above the amusement park, with star mines and large shells creating a stunning 30-minute show. The sight of rides and the observation wheel you've enjoyed all day illuminated by fireworks creates a unique spectacle different from typical fireworks festivals. The silhouettes of attractions you rode during daytime rising against the night sky's fireworks will become a defining moment etched into your entire family's summer memories. All the climax of a summer night is compressed into this 30-minute program.

Fireworks details

Tips

Check the organizer's official announcement in advance regarding whether the event will proceed in case of bad weather. After the show ends, parking lots and surrounding roads become extremely congested, so it's recommended to enjoy the afterglow in the park for a while before leaving. Plan accommodations and return routes in advance, accounting for return traffic delays.

Best time to visit

Coordinating with the 8:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. start time. Arriving at your viewing spot 30 minutes before the show starts provides peace of mind.

Access & map

Greenland Amusement Park, Arao City, Kumamoto Prefecture