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Hirano Summer Festival (平野夏まつり, Hirano-cho, Ozu)

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Have Dinner Near the Venue While Waiting for Nightfall

About 30 min from the previous stop

About 30 min here

About this spot

This is a local summer festival that has been held in Hirano-cho, Ozu City. Its charm lies in the warm, friendly atmosphere typical of a festival where local residents gather to liven things up. No official announcement could be found confirming the 2026 event date or whether fireworks will take place, so please check the latest information from the organizers or Ozu City before heading out. As a finale to your historical stroll through the castle town, you can spend a summer evening unique to Hirano-cho (平野町).

Fireworks details

Name: 平野夏まつり

Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 20:15–

Venue: 大洲市平野町

Food stalls

Hours: 18:00–21:00

Where: 大洲市立平野小中学校グラウンド

※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.cloud

Tips

Check in advance whether the event will be held and what it will include. On the day, decide on your viewing spot by following the on-site instructions. There are few streetlights on the way home, so it's a good idea to bring a light.