Pay respects at the shrine known for the Shimada Grand Festival
About this spot
A shrine in the center of Shimada City, also known as the stage for the 'Shimada Grand Festival (Obi Festival)' held once every three years. As a deity of safe childbirth, it has been worshiped since ancient times and is cherished by local people. The shrine grounds with abundant greenery have a calm atmosphere, perfect for a quiet visit before the lively fireworks display. Begin your summer day in Shimada with a visit to this local deity.
Fireworks details
Name: 大井川大花火大会
Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 19:00–21:00
Venue: 島田市・大井川河川敷
Shells: approx. 10,000
2026年8月1日(土)開催、第39回を迎える大井川大花火大会です。大井川の広い河川敷を舞台に、約10,000発の花火が2時間にわたって夜空を彩ります。次々と打ち上がる花火が広い夜空いっぱいに広がる様子は、開けた河川敷ならではの大迫力です。「越すに越されぬ大井川」の歴史を持つこの川のほとりで見上げる花火は、島田の夏の風物詩として長く親しまれています。
Tips
荒天時は中止・順延となる場合があるため、当日の開催可否は主催の発表で確認を。終了後は周辺道路が大変混雑するため、時間差での帰宅がおすすめです。足元が暗いので懐中電灯があると安心です。
Tips
About 15 minutes on foot from JR Shimada Station. The shrine grounds have many trees, making it relatively cool even in summer.
Best time to visit
Takes about 1 hour. Relatively quiet from morning through early afternoon.
Access & map
〒427-0025 Shizuoka Prefecture, Shimada City, Oi Town 2316
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