Stroll through the lush park spread across the Honjo Castle ruins
About this spot
A park developed on the site of Honjo Castle in the heart of Yuri-Honjo, which once flourished as a castle town. Known as a famous cherry blossom spot, the park grounds are dotted with historic remnants such as portions of moats and stone walls that evoke the castle's former presence. The walking paths surrounded by abundant greenery are relatively cool and comfortable even in summer.
Fireworks details
Name: 本荘川まつり花火大会
Date & time: 7/25 (Sat) 19:30–21:00
Venue: 由利本荘市・友水公園(ボートプラザアクアパル前河川敷)
Shells: approx. 3,000
2026年7月25日(土)開催、由利本荘市の子吉川河川敷で行われる本荘川まつり花火大会です。19時30分から21時までの約1時間30分、夜空に約3,000発の花火が次々と打ち上がります。地域住民が中心となって受け継いできた夏祭りの花火で、川面に映る光の反射も見どころのひとつです。地元ならではのアットホームな雰囲気の中、家族で夏の夜を締めくくりましょう。
Tips
荒天時は中止や順延となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は事前に確認しましょう。終了後は周辺道路・駐車場が大変混雑するため、少し余韻を楽しんでから時間差での帰宅がおすすめです。
Food stalls
Where: 友水公園(ボートプラザアクアパル前河川敷)
※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 includedTips
Accessible by foot or car from the center of Yuri-Honjo City. Admission is free. The park has many benches, so it's recommended to take breaks while strolling.
Best time to visit
Takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. Morning through early afternoon is a comfortable time with plenty of tree shade
Access & map
〒015-0871 Akita Prefecture, Yuri-Honjo City, Ozaki
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2026 Honjo River Festival Fireworks Full-Day Course
Akita
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