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Challenge the Ogawa Washi Paper-Making Experience

About this spot

A crafts hall located in Ogawa Town, known for "Hosokawa Washi," a nationally designated traditional craft. In addition to displaying traditional crafts from Saitama Prefecture, the hall has a corner where visitors can experience actual washi paper-making, and families can challenge making one unique washi sheet in the world. It's a unique experience spot in the town where you can touch the profound depth of Ogawa Washi with 1,300 years of history.

Fireworks details

Name: 小川町七夕まつり

Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 20:00–20:15 ※荒天時7/26 (Sun)に延期

Venue: 比企郡小川町・小川町駅周辺

Shells: approx. 220

2026年7月25日(土)開催、小川町駅周辺を会場にした七夕まつりの花火です。約220発の花火が夜空に打ち上げられ、通りを彩る七夕飾りとともに祭りのフィナーレを飾ります。和紙と伝統工芸の町らしい落ち着いた雰囲気の中で見上げる花火は、比企の里山に囲まれた小川町ならではの夏の締めくくりです。

Tips

荒天時は7月26日(日)に延期される場合があるため、当日は最新情報を確認しましょう。終了後は駅周辺が混雑するため、少し余韻を楽しんでから移動するのがおすすめです。

Food stalls

Food stalls: Yes

※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: hanabi.walkerplus.com

Tips

For the washi paper-making experience, it's smooth to check the reception on the day and the required time in advance. In many cases, the made washi paper can be dried and taken home, so follow the guidance on the day.