Events where you can enjoy fireworks in Kanagawa Prefecture in the summer of 2023
The sun is setting later these days. As the signs of summer steadily approach, many people are probably starting to plan their summer outings. Summer brings with it the sea, mountains, and pools, but of course, fireworks festivals. Fireworks festivals are an essential part of the summer, but in recent years they have all been canceled due to the effects of COVID-19. This year, many fireworks festivals are scheduled in Kanagawa Prefecture, some of which will be revived after several years. Unfortunately, the fireworks at the Yokohama Port Opening Festival scheduled for June 2nd have been canceled due to bad weather, but this time we will introduce events where you can enjoy fireworks in Kanagawa Prefecture from July to August. We will introduce you to some of the most entertaining fireworks festivals that use sound and light to enjoy the scenery of Kanagawa, as well as traditional fireworks festivals with a long history!
●2023 Kurihama Perry Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: Saturday, July 15th
The Kurihama Perry Festival Fireworks Display will be held in Kurihama, Yokosuka. This year marks the 170th anniversary of Commodore Perry's landing in Kurihama, and the Kurihama Perry Festival will return to Kurihama for the first time in four years! The Yokosuka Opening of the Country Bazaar will be held in the morning on Kurihama Shopping Street Road Street, with stalls and various performances. In the same morning, the Commodore Perry Landing Commemoration Ceremony will be held in Perry Park, so it is recommended to join in the morning to enjoy the festival atmosphere of Kurihama. In the evening, about 3,500 fireworks, including star mines, will be launched near Kurihama Beach. You can watch the impressive fireworks from Perry Park, Kurihama Beach, and other locations. Why not enjoy the summer in Kurihama to the fullest while thinking about 170 years of history?
●Minato Mirai Smart Festival 2023
Scheduled date: Monday, July 31st
Next, we will introduce "Sky Symphony in Yokohama presented by Colowide," which is famous as one of the largest in the metropolitan area and concludes the climax of the "Minato Mirai Smart Festival." Summer flowers bloom in abundance in the sky of Minato Mirai, which is famous for its night view. The "Minato Mirai Smart Festival," which began in 2018, is an event that brings together local companies and the community to promote the charm of "SDGs Future City Yokohama." Before the fireworks, there will be a Japanese drum performance by "Tsuzuki Taiko" and a street performance. The number of fireworks that will be launched as the finale is about 20,000 in total in about 25 minutes. The fireworks that are launched in time with the music are like watching a dazzling dance performance. In addition, all areas of the venue are paid venues, and those without an admission ticket cannot enter, so please check the details on the website in advance.
●The 34th Sakawa River Fireworks Festival
Date: Saturday, August 5th
The "Sakawa River Fireworks Festival" is held on the riverbed of the Sakawa River in Odawara City. The highlights are the highly entertaining "Music Fireworks" and the 300-meter long Niagara Fireworks. Last year, due to the impact of COVID-19, the name was changed to the "Odawara Support Fireworks Project" and the fireworks were held in several locations, but this year, 10,000 fireworks are planned to be launched as before COVID-19. At the 29th festival, the fireworks, sounds, and lights were synchronized to the heavy theme song of "The Phantom of the Opera," as if a story was being written in the night sky. Since you can see it from the riverbed, the distance is close, so the powerful fireworks spread out before your eyes. Enjoy sightseeing at Odawara Castle and other places during the day, and end the day with fireworks. It's perfect for making summer memories.
●The 49th Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display
Date: Saturday, August 26th
This year, a seasonal summer tradition will return to Kanazawa's night sky for the first time in four years. At the end of August, as summer draws to a close, the Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display will feature approximately 3,500 fireworks. Since its inception in 1975, the Kanazawa Festival has enlivened the city for three eras. To celebrate its first event in four years, this year, in addition to the popular star mines, a "celebratory fireworks" display is planned. The best thing about this fireworks display is that it can be viewed from a variety of locations, including the beach and lawns of Umino Park, Hakkeijima, and Nojima Park. You can enjoy the fireworks blooming over the sea from any location you like.
Come and enjoy the summer scenery blooming in the night sky in Kanagawa Prefecture! For information on paid seating and other details for each fireworks display, please check the official website in advance.
