Enjoy the summer nights of 2024! Recommended fireworks festivals in Kanagawa Prefecture
When it comes to events that light up the summer night sky, it's definitely fireworks. In Kanagawa Prefecture, many fireworks festivals are scheduled this year. Here, we will pick out noteworthy fireworks festivals and introduce their appeal and highlights. Please read this as a reference for going out with family and friends.
●2024 Kurihama Perry Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: Saturday, July 13th
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, which will mark the 171st anniversary of the landing of Commodore Perry's Black Ships in Kurihama, will be powered up to about 5,000 fireworks.
●The 35th Odawara Sakagawa Fireworks Festival
Scheduled date: Saturday, August 3rd
Venue: Sakawagawa Sports Ground (Odawara)
Number of launches: Approximately 10,000
The "Sakawa River Fireworks Festival" is held on the riverbed of the Sakawa River. Every year, the most popular attractions are the 30m high, 300m long Niagara that crosses the Sakawa River along the Odawara Ohashi Bridge, and the "Music Fireworks" that synchronize the fireworks with music.
●78th Atsugi Ayu Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: Saturday, August 3rd
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, which is held over two days in Atsugi City. The venue is where the three rivers Sagami, Nakatsu and Koayu meet, so the viewing area and the launch site are close to each other, making for a very impressive sight. The finale, the "Great Niagara," boasting the largest scale in the prefecture, is a must-see.
●Minato Mirai Smart Festival 2024
Scheduled date: Monday, August 5th
Venue: Minato Mirai 21 Waterfront Park, Earthquake-Resistant Berth, Yokohama Hammerhead No. 9 Wharf, Cup Noodle Museum Park, and others (Yokohama)
Number of launches: Approximately 20,000
With the theme of "SDGs Future City Yokohama," local businesses and the community have come together to hold a futuristic fireworks event that combines traditional fireworks with the latest technology. Enjoy music, dance, a variety of performances, and innovative entertainment.
●The 44th Miura Beach Summer Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: Wednesday, August 7th
Venue: Miura Beach [Miura]
Number of launches: Approximately 2,000
This is a summer tradition held every year in Miura City. The highlight of the fantastic seaside fireworks show is the collaboration between the colorfully sparkling sea surface and the fireworks. There are also plenty of local food and drink booths and food stalls, so you can enjoy the local culture and food. The venue is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from Miura Kaigan Station on the Keihin Kyuko Line, and you can sit and relax on the wide sandy beach.
●72nd Shonan Hiratsuka Fireworks Festival
Scheduled date: Friday, August 23rd *In case of bad weather, Sunday, August 25th
Venue: Shonan Itako (Sagami River estuary) [Hiratsuka]
Number of launches: Approximately 3,000 (planned)
This fireworks festival, held in Hiratsuka City, colors the summer of Shonan. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery along the coast, spectacular fireworks, and a fantastic view of traditional fireworks and modern productions. You will be enchanted by the sight of the large fireworks shining in the night sky with the sea breeze, and you can also enjoy the local culture with a wide variety of local gourmet foods and events.
●The 50th Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display
Scheduled date: Saturday, August 24th
Venue: Sea Park, Kanazawa Ward, Yokohama [Yokohama]
Number of launches: Approximately 3,500
The Kanazawa Festival Fireworks Display is held at Umi no Park on the fourth Saturday of August every year. This year marks the 50th anniversary, and the display will include a barrage of star mines, celebratory fireworks, and the Kanazawa ward mascot, Botan-chan Fireworks, to liven up the event. Another great thing about the display is that it's free to enter, and anyone can sit on the beach or the grass in the park and watch the fireworks.
Why not spend a special moment watching fireworks this summer? Come and enjoy a fireworks display near you!
*Please check the official website for detailed information before going out.
