Visit the temple grounds where the world's largest bell and five-story pagoda stand
About this spot
A temple known for housing the world's largest bell, with extensive grounds featuring a five-story pagoda and main hall offering many points of interest. The temple complex is built on a mountainside and provides views over the townscape of Tamanji. The large-scale Buddhist architecture will leave you in awe. Taking time to walk slowly through the grounds during your visit will provide a peaceful moment as the autumn air clears your mind.
Fireworks details
Name: 令和8年度 玉名花火大会
Date & time: 10/3 (Sat) Time TBA
Venue: 高瀬大橋上流付近（菊池川）
Shells: approx. 10,000
2026年10月3日(土)開催、玉名の秋を彩る恒例の花火大会です。高瀬大橋上流付近（菊池川）から打ち上がる約10,000発の花火は、川幅の広い菊池川ならではの開放的な会場で、夜空いっぱいに大輪の花火が次々と広がります。川面に映り込む花火の光と、秋の澄んだ夜空とのコントラストは、この大会ならではの見ごたえです。フィナーレの連発が河川敷を明るく照らす瞬間は、1日の締めくくりにふさわしいクライマックスです。
Tips
荒天時の開催可否は市の公式発表で確認を。終了後は周辺道路が大変混雑するため、フィナーレ後は河川敷で少し余韻を楽しんでからの時間差帰宅がおすすめです。10月の夜は冷えることがあるので羽織ものを。
Food stalls
Food stalls: Yes
※WalkerPlus 2026年開催情報(10/3)に「ステージイベントも開催され、屋台などの出店もある」と記載。. 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
About 20 minutes by car from Tamanji city center. Admission to the temple is generally free, though some facilities may require an admission fee. The grounds have many slopes, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Travel to the next location, Tamanji Municipal History Museum Kokoro Pia, by car.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. The cool morning to early afternoon hours are best for visiting.
Access & map
〒865-0065 Kumamoto Prefecture, Tamanji City, Kizuji 1512−77
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Reiwa 8th Year Tamanji Fireworks Festival Full-Day Course
Kumamoto
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