Onogawa-machi Firefly Park (小野川町ほたる公園)

Flow of the course

About this spot

A park located about a 5-minute walk from the Onogawa Onsen hot spring town. It is a famous firefly-viewing spot, introduced on Yonezawa City's official website, where Genji fireflies, Heike fireflies, and Hime fireflies can all be seen at the same time.

Tips

There is a free parking lot (about 20 spaces) run by the Onogawa Ryokan Association. Fireflies are typically visible only from mid-June to mid-July; at other times of year, the park is just for a stroll.

Best time to visit

Before checking in to your accommodation, as the sun starts to set

Access & map

992-0076 Onogawa-machi ２１８９−７, Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture