Fireworks Light Up the Night Sky Over the Castle Town—The Festival's Grand Finale
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A summer festival fireworks display held on August 11, 2026 (Tuesday), with the historic castle town of Kofu as its stage. Enjoy a unique atmosphere with fireworks launching over the streets of Kofu, which once thrived as a castle town. While the exact number of fireworks is not announced, the sound echoing off the mountains surrounding the Kofu Basin creates a spectacle worthy of marking the end of summer in Koedo Kofu. Enjoy the evening while still savoring the lingering feelings from your historical exploration and culinary experiences.
Fireworks details
Name: 小江戸甲府の夏祭り
Date & time: 8/11 (Tue) Time TBA
Venue: 甲府市中心部(甲府城下町エリア)
Food stalls
Where: 舞鶴城公園・こうふ亀屋座・小江戸甲府花小路周辺・山梨県庁噴水広場
Scale: たくさんの屋台・キッチンカー
※公式(hanakouji.com)2026年開催記事に「メイン会場の舞鶴城公園…山梨県庁噴水広場には、たくさんの屋台やキッチンカーが並びます」と記載(甲府鳥もつ煮・かき氷・県産ワイン等). 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 case of bad weather, the event may be canceled or postponed, so check the organizers' announcement on the day. After the event ends, the area around Kofu Station becomes very crowded, so staggered departures are recommended. Deciding on a meeting place in advance helps prevent the group from getting separated in the crowds.
Best time to visit
Scheduled for 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Secure your spot at least 30 minutes before the start
Access & map
Yamanashi Prefecture, Kofu City center (Kofu Castle Town Area)
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2026 Koedo Kofu Summer Festival - Full-Day Experience Course
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