Beat the heat at a waterfall surrounded by greenery
About this spot
A lush waterfall park in Omuki-machi adjacent to Shikamachi-machi. As you walk the tree-lined footpath, the cool sound of the waterfall reaches your ears, making you forget the summer heat. A scenic spot known locally since ancient times, it's perfect for families to spend leisurely time in nature. It provides a pleasant respite before the fireworks display.
Fireworks details
Name: 鹿町ふるさと夏まつり
Date & time: 8/13 (Thu) Time TBA
Venue: 旧佐世保市役所鹿町支所周辺
Shells: approx. 1,200
2026年8月13日(木)開催、鹿町町の夏を締めくくるふるさと夏まつりの花火です。約1,200発の花火が旧佐世保市役所鹿町支所周辺の夜空に打ち上がり、地域の人々が集う夏祭りらしいあたたかな雰囲気の中で楽しめます。規模は大きくありませんが、地元の掛け声とともに見上げる花火は、旅の思い出に残る特別なひとときになるはずです。
Tips
荒天時は中止や順延の可能性があるため、当日の開催可否は佐世保市の公式発表で確認を。終了後は会場周辺の道路が混雑するため、時間差での移動がおすすめです。足元が暗いのでスマホのライトを用意しておくと安心です。
Food stalls
Food stalls: Yes
※WalkerPlus 2026年開催情報(8/13)に「会場には屋台が立ち並び、地元の名物料理を堪能できる」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 15 minutes by car from Omotaka Port. The footpath has slippery sections, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. It's about 15 minutes by car to the next stop, the area around the former Sasebo City Shikamachi Branch Office.
Best time to visit
Takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. Afternoon hours are comfortable with cool tree shade.
Access & map
〒859-6134 Nagasaki Prefecture, Sasebo City, Omuki-machi, Tano-moto 655-2
Model course featuring this spot
2026 Shikamachi Hometown Summer Festival - Full Day Course
Nagasaki
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