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Historical walk at a memorial park associated with Ito Hirobumi, first Prime Minister born in Hikari city

About this spot

A memorial facility associated with Ito Hirobumi (伊藤博文), the first Prime Minister of Japan born in Hikari city. Materials concerning his life and accomplishments are on display, making it a recommended spot for history-loving families. The surrounding area is beautifully maintained with abundant greenery, and you can spend pleasant time simply strolling through. Touching upon local history at the start of the day deepens your travel memories.

Fireworks details

Name: 光花火大会「虹はなび」

Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 20:00–20:45

Venue: 光市・虹ケ浜海岸

Shells: approx. 3,000

2026年7月25日(土)開催、その名の通り虹のように色とりどりの花火が夜空を彩る「虹はなび」です。20時から20時45分までの45分間、虹ヶ浜海水浴場の夜空に約3,000発の花火が打ち上がります。白砂青松の美しい海岸から、穏やかな瀬戸内海の波音とともに見上げる花火は、都会の大会とはまたひと味違う情緒あふれる時間です。歴史散歩と海辺の景色を楽しんだ1日の締めくくりにふさわしいクライマックスです。

Tips

荒天時は中止・延期の可能性があるため、当日の開催可否は事前に確認を。終了直後は周辺道路が大混雑するため、砂浜で少し余韻を楽しんでからの帰宅がおすすめです。足元が暗いのでスマホのライトで安全に。

Food stalls

Hours: 17:00–

Where: 虹ヶ浜海岸沿い

Scale: approx. 130 stalls

※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: hikari-kanko.org

Tips

The location is slightly inland from Hikari city center, making it convenient to travel by car. In summer, take sun protection measures for outdoor viewing.