Viewing purification fireworks around the shrine grounds
About this spot
The Usa Shrine Summer Festival Purification Fireworks Festival on August 2, 2026 (Sunday) concludes the summer festival. While the number of fireworks is undisclosed, the 20-minute display carries special solemnity viewed from this sacred place. A fireworks display long cherished by locals as the finale of the purification festival. The silhouette of the shrine grove against the fireworks creates a sight unique to this place.
Fireworks details
Name: 宇佐神宮 夏越祭り 厄除花火大会
Date & time: 8/2 (Sun) 20:00–20:20
Venue: 宇佐市・宇佐神宮
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Where: 仲見世前
※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
In bad weather, the event may be canceled or postponed - check official announcements on the day. The shrine grounds will be very crowded - public transportation is recommended. The return route gets congested - staggered departure times are smoother.
Best time to visit
8:00 PM to 8:20 PM viewing time. Open areas around the shrine grounds offer better views.
Access & map
Oita Prefecture, Usa City - Usa Shrine
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2026 Usa Shrine Summer Festival and Purification Fireworks Festival - Full Day Experience
Oita
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