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Connect with Marine Life and Enjoy Summer in a Cool Indoor Setting

About this spot

A representative aquarium of Joetsu City featuring a prime location facing the Sea of Japan. Beyond popular programs like dolphin shows and penguin walks, there are many highlights including a large tank featuring Sea of Japan marine life. You can also enjoy the Sea of Japan scenery from outdoor areas, with both indoor and outdoor spaces offering a summery atmosphere. Spending time in the cool indoors is perfect for sightseeing on hot days.

Fireworks details

Name: 上越まつり大花火大会(直江津地区)

Date & time: 7/26 (Sun) 20:00–20:50

Venue: 上越市直江津・関川河口

Shells: approx. 5,000

上越市の夏を代表する上越まつりの締めくくりを飾る、直江津地区の花火大会です。関川が日本海に注ぐ開けた河口を会場に、約5,000発の花火が夜空を大きく彩ります。水辺の開放的なロケーションのため、花火が視界いっぱいに広がるのが魅力です。昼間に訪れた水族館やお城の景色を思い出しながら、上越の海と夜空が織りなす特別なひとときを楽しみましょう。

Tips

荒天時は中止または延期となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は上越市の公式発表で確認しましょう。終了後は周辺道路や駅が大変混み合います。水辺は足元が暗くなるので、懐中電灯があると安心です。

Food stalls

Where: 海浜公園・直江津屋台会館周辺（うみまちフェスティバル会場）

※Based on previous years. 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

Programs like dolphin shows have set times, so check the official website in advance for efficient planning. The facility can get crowded during summer holidays, so visiting shortly after opening is recommended. The walking distance inside is considerable, so wear comfortable shoes.