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Learn plum history while enjoying specialty lunch

About this spot

A roadside station in Minabe, known as Japan's number one plum-producing region, with an attached exhibition facility called 'Ume Promotion Center' showcasing the history and processing techniques of Nanko plums. Inside, visitors can learn about the plum-making process and plum-related culture, while the gift shop displays abundant plum specialties like umeboshi and plum wine. The dining area offers plum-based menu items, making it the perfect start to a day in Minabe.

Fireworks details

Name: 鹿島神社奉納花火祭

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 20:00–21:00

Venue: 日高郡みなべ町・みなべ海岸

Shells: approx. 2,000

2026年8月1日(土)開催、海に浮かぶ鹿島神社への奉納として続けられてきた歴史ある花火祭です。みなべ海岸の夜空に約2,000発の花火が次々と打ち上がり、静かな入り江に光と音が響き渡ります。神社への奉納という由緒を持つ花火だけに、地域の人々にとっても特別な夜。海風を感じながら、紀州の夏を締めくくる大輪の花火を家族で見上げましょう。

Tips

荒天時は中止や延期の可能性があるため、当日はみなべ町の公式発表で開催可否を確認を。終了後は駐車場や周辺道路が混み合うため、時間差での帰宅がおすすめです。砂浜は足元が暗いのでスマホのライトなどを用意しておくと安心です。

Food stalls

Where: みなべ海岸周辺

※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

About 10 minutes by car from central Minabe. The parking lot can get crowded in summer, so early arrival is recommended. Plum products are popular souvenirs, so allow time to choose carefully.