Secure a spot on the riverbank while having dinner and waiting for the show
About this spot
As evening falls, people waiting for the fireworks display begin gathering on the Kitakami River's riverbed. Food stalls may also be set up, and savoring local cuisine while waiting for the show is part of the fun. Spread out your leisure sheet to secure your spot, and spend a relaxing time watching the sky's color change as the sun descends. With such a large-scale event of approximately 10,000 fireworks, crowds gradually increase from evening onward.
Fireworks details
Name: かわさき夏まつり 花火大会
Date & time: 8/16 (Sun) 19:00–
Venue: 北上川河畔(北上大橋付近)
Shells: approx. 10,000
2026年8月16日(日)19時開催、一関市川崎町の夏を締めくくる花火大会です。約10,000発という大規模な打ち上げが、北上川の開けた河川敷いっぱいに広がります。次々と連続して打ち上がる花火は迫力満点で、東北でも屈指の規模を誇る大会として毎年多くの人が訪れます。夏休みの締めくくりにふさわしい、忘れられないフィナーレを家族で楽しみましょう。
Tips
荒天時の開催可否は大会公式の発表で確認しましょう。大規模な大会のため周辺道路は非常に混雑します。終了後は時間差での移動がおすすめです。
Food stalls
Food stalls: Yes
※WalkerPlus 2026年開催情報に「さまざまな屋台も出店され、パフォーマンスやライブなどの催しとともに楽しめる」と明記（2026-08-16開催予定）. 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
Securing a spot early is recommended. Surrounding roads become heavily congested from evening onward, so if arriving by car, allow extra travel time.
Best time to visit
Approximately 2 hours required. A time when you can enjoy the color changes in the twilight sky.
Access & map
〒029-0202 Iwate Prefecture, Ichnoseki City, Kawasaki Town, Usui Hōdōji 42-8
Model course featuring this spot
2026 54th Kawasaki Summer Festival Fireworks Display - Full Day Enjoyment Course
Iwate
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