Shiroyama Park (Gion Festival Motegi Summer Festival Venue) (城山公園)
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About this spot
The fireworks display of the Motegi summer festival, a signature summer event of Motegi Town passed down with the Gion Festival. At Shiroyama Park, site of Motegi Castle, approximately 5,000 fireworks light up the night sky. Viewing fireworks from an elevated plateau overlooking a castle-town-like cityscape creates a special scene where regional history and the festive heat of the summer festival merge. In case of bad weather, it may be postponed to July 26 (Sunday), making it easy to plan around weather.
Fireworks details
Name: 2026祇園祭ふるさと茂木夏まつり
Date & time: 7/25 (Sat)–7/26 (Sun) 歩行者天国16:00–/花火25日 (Sat)19:30–
Venue: 芳賀郡茂木町・茂木町市街地(縦町通り・横町通り)
Shells: approx. 5,000
Tips
In case of bad weather, postponement to 7/26 (Sun) may occur; check the official Motegi Town announcement for confirmation. After the show, surrounding roads will be congested; arriving a bit later for departure is recommended. The ground will be dark, so small children benefit from having a flashlight.
Best time to visit
Matches the 7:30 PM-8:30 PM event time. Secure your spot 30 minutes before start
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Tochigi Prefecture, Haga-gun, Motegi-machi Central Shopping District (Shiroyama Park)
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2026 Gion Festival Motegi Summer Festival Full-Day Experience Course
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