Wakasa Station Plaza (Wakasa Town Cooling Fireworks Festival Venue) (若桜駅前広場（若桜町納涼花火大会会場）)

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About this spot

Starting at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, the Wakasa Town Cooling Fireworks Festival (Doyo Ennichi) is a local tradition that brings a summer night to this small mountain town. About 1,600 shells are launched from Wakasa Station Plaza (若桜駅前広場), and the sound echoing off the surrounding mountains has an impact with a closeness and warmth unlike a large-scale event. Because the viewing spots are so close to the launch point, feeling the full size and power of the fireworks with your whole body is the true pleasure of a mountain-village fireworks festival. Enjoyed amid the summer-festival mood the locals have long cherished, together with the bustle of the festival stalls, these fireworks are sure to become a summer memory that stays with the whole family.

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Tips

In case of bad weather, check Wakasa Town's official announcements or Wakasa Railway's notices for whether it will proceed. Return trains on the Wakasa Railway run infrequently, so it's essential to check the last train time in advance. Crowding is expected afterward, so please board in line at the station. If arriving by car, check the traffic control information around the venue beforehand.

Best time to visit

Time your visit to the 8:30 p.m. start. It's reassuring to settle into your viewing spot at least 20 minutes beforehand.

Access & map

鳥取県 鳥取県八頭郡若桜町・若桜駅前広場