San’in and Sanyo, Chugoku region with different faces. The fireworks festivals set in the Sea of Japan and the Seto Inland Sea are attractive. Okayama’s high rate of clear skies is also perfect for watching fireworks.
★ Okayama Momotaro Fireworks (Okayama Prefecture)
Okayama’s largest fireworks display with Okayama Castle and Korakuen in the background. Approximately 15,000 shots.
Date: Scheduled for mid-August 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 15,000 shots
Transportation: 20 minutes walk from JR Okayama Station
Paid seats: Available (sold by lottery)
Official: https://www.okayama-momotaro-hanabi.jp
Highlights: Beautiful collaboration of Okayama Castle and fireworks. The high rate of clear skies is also perfect for watching fireworks.
★ Tottori Shan-Shan Festival Fireworks (Tottori Prefecture)
Fireworks decorate the finale of Tottori’s summer festival. Approximately 5,000 shots.
Date: Scheduled for mid-August 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 5,000 shots
Transportation: 15 minutes walk from JR Tottori Station
Paid seats: Yes
Official: https://www.tottori-syansyansai.jp
Highlight: Spectacular fireworks with the Sea of Japan in the background. We also recommend sightseeing as a set with Tottori Sand Dunes.
★ Matsue Suigo Festival Fireworks Festival (Shimane Prefecture)
Approximately 10,000 fireworks are launched from Lake Shinji.
Date: Scheduled for early August 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 10,000 shots
Transportation: 15 minutes walk from JR Matsue Station
Paid seats: Available (sold by lottery)
Official: https://www.matsue-waterland.jp
Highlights: The most beautiful time is from the sunset over Lake Shinji to the fireworks. The fireworks reflected on the surface of the lake are magical.
★ Yamaguchi Tanabata Fireworks Festival (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
A traditional fireworks festival held in the center of Yamaguchi City. Approximately 10,000 shots.
Date: Scheduled for early August 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 10,000 shots
Transportation: 15 minutes walk from JR Yamaguchi Station
Paid seats: Yes
Official: https://www.city.yamaguchi.lg.jp
Highlights: Sightseeing plans that combine Yuda Onsen are popular. A historic fireworks display.
★ Hiroshima Fireworks Festival (Hiroshima Prefecture)
One of the largest fireworks displays in the Chugoku region, held around Hiroshima Port.
Date: Scheduled for late July 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 15,000 shots
Transportation: 20 minutes by bus from JR Hiroshima Station
Paid seats: Available (lottery system)
Official: https://www.hiroshima-hanabi.jp
Highlights: Fireworks against the backdrop of the World Heritage Site of Itsukushima Shrine (Miyajima) will be a lifelong memory.
★ Yonago Fireworks Festival (Tottori Prefecture)
A fireworks festival held on the shores of Lake Nakaumi in Yonago City.
Date: Scheduled for mid-August 2026
Number of launches: Approximately 5,000 shots
Transportation: 15 minutes walk from JR Yonago Station
Paid seats: Yes
Official: https://www.yonago-navi.jp
Highlights: A location rich in nature with Nakaumi and Mt. Daisen in the background.
● Chugoku region fireworks viewing points
・Miyajima’s fireworks are a luxurious combination of world heritage sites and fireworks.
・The San’in fireworks are spectacular from the evening view of the Sea of Japan to the fireworks display.
・This is true throughout the Chugoku region, but public transportation is limited in some places, so be sure to check in advance.