
The town trembles with countless swaying lanterns as fireworks burst open—the climax of the Sentooro Festival
About this spot
The fireworks that crown the climax of the Emukai Sentooro Festival. True to its name "Thousand Lanterns," lanterns are displayed throughout the town, and as darkness falls, their light wraps the entire town in a fantastical glow. Within this luminescence, fireworks launch into the night sky, creating an evocative scene with emotional depth unlike any other fireworks display when combined with the lantern light. The experience of standing on a street lined with swaying lanterns while gazing up at the night sky is a gift unique to Nagasaki's summer festivals. The sight that unfolds before each family member's eyes will surely become a treasured summer memory of this year.
Fireworks details
Name: 江迎千灯篭まつり
Date & time: 8/23 (Sun)・24 (Mon) Time TBA
Venue: 佐世保市・江迎町一帯
Tips
Confirm the fireworks launch time and details in advance through official festival announcements. In case of bad weather, the event may be cancelled or postponed. After the event ends, the surrounding roads and parking areas become congested, so it's recommended to linger in the festival grounds for a while and then move once the congestion subsides.
Best time to visit
Coordinate with the fireworks launch time and secure your viewing spot 20-30 minutes before it begins
Access & map
Nagasaki Prefecture, Sasebo City, Emukai Town vicinity (long nagasaki Pref. Sasebo City・Emukai Town area)
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2026 Emukai Sentooro (Thousand Lanterns) Festival Full-Day Course
Nagasaki
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