Best spots to watch the event
Nearby spots: Exhilarating at close ranges!
• Both banks of the Yahagi River (along the embankment) to see the fireworks' launch site
• South side of the Yonezu Bridge, near the road and looking upstream, to watch the lanterns slowly float down the river
Slightly distanced spots: Enjoy the night view and fireworks!
• Mt. Yatsumen Observatory Tower
• Inariyama Tea Farm Park
• Area around Kamizuka Bridge (Depending on the spot you choose, you may be able to relatively avoid congestion for a smooth return home.)
See the event's official site (Japanese) for details on purchasing floating lanterns in 2026.
EVENT OVERVIEW
| Date | Sat, Aug 15, 2026 Note: • Postponed to Sat, Aug 29, 2026 should inclement weather or high water levels occur and Aug 29, 2026 postponed to Sat, Sep 12 should inclement weather again occur. |
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| Time | • Opening ceremony: 6:30 pm–7:00 pm • Buddhist sutra reading / incense burning: 7:00 pm–7:15 pm • Floating lanterns: 7:00 pm–8:30 pm • Fireworks display: 7:30 pm–8:30 pm |
| Location | Downstream from Yonezu Bridge along the Yahagi River |
| Location | Yonezu-cho, Nishio-shi, Aichi (Downstream from Yonezu Bridge) |
| Inquiries | • 0563-57-7840 (Nishio Tourism Information Center) • 0563-57-7882 (Nishio City Tourism Association, available weekdays only) • 050-3665-9667 (recorded guidance [Japanese] regarding event info, available only on the day of the event, 10:00 am–8:00 pm) |
| Parking | No parking near the venue. Parking at nearby establishments and on roads prohibited. Please come by public transportation. |
| Other Major Facilities |
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| Links |
Nishio City Tourism Association fireworks event page (Japanese)
Nishio Yonezu River Festival website (Japanese) |
