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Browse local vegetables and specialty products while grabbing a bite

About this spot

A roadside station nestled in the mountains of Kiwa, Kumano City, offering locally-grown vegetables, fruits, homemade prepared dishes, and specialty products unique to mountain villages. The food court serves hearty meals and light fare such as local noodles made with local ingredients, perfect for a good start to your journey. Surrounded by trees, the parking area offers a close view of the forest greenery and provides the first taste of Kiwa's air away from urban hustle and bustle. Convenient for restroom breaks and refreshment refills, it's an ideal spot to recharge before exploring Maruyama Senmaida and the trolley train experience.

Fireworks details

Name: 紀和の火祭り

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 21:00–21:15

Venue: 熊野市・北山川河原(紀和町)

Shells: approx. 500

熊野市紀和町の北山川河原で開催される、山あいの小さな花火大会です。2026年8月1日(土)21時から約15分間、約500発の花火が夜空に打ち上がります。周囲を山に囲まれた河原ならではの、音が反響して間近に感じられる迫力と、静かな川面に花火が映り込む美しさが魅力です。大規模な会場にはない、地域に根ざした親密な雰囲気の中で、家族でゆったりと夜空を見上げる時間を過ごせます。短い時間に凝縮された花火だからこそ、瞬きせずに見届けたい特別なひとときです。

Tips

湯ノ口温泉から車で約10分。会場周辺に大きな駐車場は少ないため、早めの到着と場所取りがおすすめです。荒天時は中止となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は熊野市の公式発表で確認を。夜は足元が暗いので、小さなライトがあると安心です。

Source: hanabi.walkerplus.com

Tips

Located on Route 311 in the central part of Kiwa Town. On festival day, it tends to get crowded in the evening, so stock up on drinks and snacks during lunch hours for peace of mind. The parking lot is fairly spacious, but surrounding roads may get congested on the festival day, so allow extra time.