Stroll the small station-front street and savor the relaxed atmosphere of the mountain valley town
About this spot
This is the station-front area of a small JR Himeji Line station in the Sakutou district of Mimasaka City. A quiet townscape surrounded by mountains creates an atmosphere where time flows leisurely, far from urban bustle. Browse the station-front shops while imagining the natural beauty of Sakutou that awaits as you begin your day. It's a fitting starting point where you can experience the local atmosphere firsthand.
Fireworks details
Name: 夏まつり作東 花火大会
Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 20:30–
Venue: 美作市・作東中学校グラウンド(江見)
Shells: approx. 1,200
2026年8月1日(土)20時30分開催、美作市作東地区の夏を締めくくる花火大会です。周囲を山々に囲まれた中学校のグラウンドから、夜空へ約1,200発の花火が次々と打ち上がります。高い建物の少ない山あいの立地のため、花火が澄んだ夜空いっぱいに広がる様子を存分に楽しめるのが魅力。地域みんなで見上げる、作東の夏の締めくくりにふさわしいひとときです。
Tips
荒天時は中止や延期の可能性があるため、当日の開催可否は主催者の公式発表で確認を。終了後は周辺道路が混み合うため、フィナーレ後は少し余韻を楽しんでから移動するのがおすすめです。周辺は街灯が少ないため、スマホのライトなど足元を照らせるものがあると安心です。
Food stalls
Food stalls: Yes
※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
Right at JR Himeji Line Emi Station. Since train frequency is limited, travel by car is recommended. Summer sun is strong, so hydrate frequently. You'll drive to Hakusen Lake next.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 1 hour. Late morning to early afternoon is relatively cool and comfortable for walking.
Access & map
Kawakita, Mimasaka City, Okayama Prefecture 〒709-4236 Japan
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Sakutou Summer Festival Fireworks Display - Full Day Experience
Okayama
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