Chikugo River Left Bank Floodplain Parking Area (筑後川左岸河川敷駐車場)

Flow of the course

About this spot

The Shinoyama venue spreading across the broad floodplain of the Chikugo River is one of the main viewing areas for the Chikugo River Fireworks Festival. Serious spot-claiming begins in the evening, so arrive on the floodplain by around 5 PM to secure your viewing location. The evening breeze flowing along the river pleasantly alleviates the summer heat. The atmosphere of the floodplain lined with food stalls is pure summer festival excitement. As the sun sets, the river's surface transitions from orange to indigo, offering ample visual interest even before the fireworks begin. Spread out your drinks and light snacks and leisurely wait for the 7:40 PM start time.

Tips

Both Nishi-Tetsukurume Station and JR Kurume Station are approximately 15–20 minutes on foot away. On the day of the festival, surrounding roads are under traffic restrictions, so public transportation is strongly recommended. Temporary restrooms will be set up, but be sure to use them before the show begins. The floodplain surface is uneven, so select a flat spot to lay your sheet.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour 45 minutes required. The view of the sunset over the river is spectacular, heightening anticipation for the fireworks display.

Access & map

〒830-0021 Fukuoka Prefecture, Kurume City, Shinoyama-cho