Enjoy the summer nights of 2024! Recommended fireworks displays in Kanagawa Prefecture
When it comes to events that light up the summer night sky, fireworks are a must. Kanagawa Prefecture has numerous fireworks displays planned for this year. Here, we've picked out some of the most noteworthy fireworks displays and will introduce their charm and highlights. Please use this as a reference when planning outings with family and friends.
●2024 Kurihama Perry Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: July 13th (Saturday)
Venue: Near Kurihama Beach [Yokosuka]
Number of launches: Approximately 5,000
The "Kurihama Perry Festival" is an event commemorating the arrival of Commodore Perry. The 2024 fireworks display, marking the 171st anniversary of the landing of Commodore Perry's Black Ships fleet in Kurihama, will be powered up with approximately 5,000 fireworks.
● The 35th Odawara Sakawa River Fireworks Festival
Scheduled date: August 3rd (Saturday)
Venue: Sakawagawa Sports Ground [Odawara]
Number of launches: Approximately 10,000
The Sakawa River Fireworks Festival is held on the banks of the Sakawa River. Every year, popular attractions include a 30-meter-high, approximately 300-meter-long Niagara Falls-style fireworks display that crosses the Sakawa River along the Odawara Bridge, and "music fireworks" that synchronize fireworks with music.
● The 78th Atsugi Ayu Festival Grand Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: August 3rd (Saturday)
Venue: Sagami River riverbed (confluence of three rivers) [Atsugi]
Number of launches: Approximately 10,000
This is the main event of the "Atsugi Ayu Festival," held over two days in Atsugi City. The venue is at the confluence of the Sagami River, Nakatsu River, and Koayu River, so the viewing area and the launch site are close together, making for a spectacular experience. The grand finale, the "Grand Niagara," boasting the largest scale in the prefecture, is a must-see.
● Minato Mirai Smart Festival 2024
Scheduled date: August 5th (Monday)
Venue: Minato Mirai 21 District Rinko Park, Earthquake-Resistant Berth, Yokohama Hammerhead Pier 9, Cup Noodles Museum Park, etc. [Yokohama]
Number of launches: Approximately 20,000
Under the theme of "Yokohama, a City of the Future for SDGs," local businesses and the community have collaborated to create a futuristic fireworks event that fuses traditional fireworks with cutting-edge technology. Attendees can enjoy music, dance, diverse performances, and innovative entertainment.
● The 44th Miura Coast Summer Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: August 7th (Wednesday)
Venue: Miura Coast [Miura]
Number of launches: Approximately 2,000
This is a summer tradition held annually in Miura City. The fantastical seaside fireworks show is a highlight, with the fireworks creating a spectacular collaboration with the brightly colored surface of the sea. There are also plenty of local food stalls and booths, allowing you to enjoy the local culture and cuisine. The venue is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Miura-Kaigan Station on the Keihin Kyuko Line, and you can relax on the wide sandy beach.
● The 72nd Shonan Hiratsuka Fireworks Festival
Scheduled date: August 23rd (Friday) *In case of severe weather, it will be held on August 25th (Sunday)
Venue: Shonan Itako (Sagami River Estuary) [Hiratsuka]
Number of launches: Approximately 3,000 (planned)
This fireworks display, held in Hiratsuka City, is a highlight of the summer in Shonan. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the coast, the spectacular fireworks, and the fantastical spectacle created by a blend of traditional and modern displays. Be captivated by the sight of large, shining fireworks against the night sky as they sway in the sea breeze, and savor the local culture with plenty of local cuisine and events.
● The 50th Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: August 24th (Saturday)
Venue: Umi-no-Koen Park, Kanazawa Ward, Yokohama City [Yokohama]
Number of launches: Approximately 3,500
The Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display, held every year on the fourth Saturday of August at Umi-no-Koen Park, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The event will feature a barrage of starbursts, celebratory fireworks, and fireworks featuring Botan-chan, the mascot of Kanazawa Ward. Admission is free, and anyone can enjoy the fireworks from the beach or the grass in the park.
How about spending a special moment this summer watching fireworks? Be sure to enjoy a fireworks display near you!
*Please check the official website or other sources for detailed information before you go out.
