A guide to the fireworks festival in the Shikoku/Chugoku region to be held in 2025. Let's enjoy summer in Japan!

The tradition that symbolizes summer in Japan is, after all, fireworks.

Even in the Shikoku and Chugoku regions, unique fireworks festivals are held in various places, and many people are familiar with them.

There are plenty of fireworks festivals filled with attractions unique to each region, such as Tokushima, Hiroshima, Ehime, and Yamaguchi.

In this article, we will introduce in detail the representative fireworks festivals of the Shikoku/Chugoku region to be held in 2025.

Please use it as a travel hint to enjoy Japan's summer nights along with beautiful fireworks.

Shikoku/Chugoku Fireworks Festival Schedule

Ehime Prefecture/ 68th Niihama Noryo Fireworks Festival

A spectacular sight where Niagara, with a total length of 400 meters, colors the night sky

Location: Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture/Kokuryo River riverbed flat bridge north side

Period: 2025/7/25 (Friday)

Annual attendance: Approximately 80,000 people

Number of launches: 8,000

Hiroshima Prefecture/ Hiroshima Port Dream Fireworks Festival ~Fireworks Museum~

Fireworks competition woven into Hiroshima's summer night sky

Location: Hiroshima-ken, Hiroshima-shi, Minami-ku/Hiroshima Port 10,000 ton bus (Hiroshima-shi Minami-ku)

Period: 2025/7/26 (Sat)

Annual attendance: Approximately 450,000 people

Number of launches: 10,000

Hiroshima/Onomichi Sumiyoshi Fireworks Festival

Traditional fireworks that have continued since the middle of the Edo period beautifully adorn the Onomichi Channel

Location: Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture/ Sumiyoshi Shrine grounds Onomichi Suido Marine

Period: 2025/8/2 (Sat)

Annual attendance: Approximately 300,000 people

Number of launches: Approximately 13,000

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Yamaguchi Prefecture/71st Ube City Fireworks Festival

A fireworks festival that beautifully colors Ube Port and is loved as a summer tradition

Location: Ube City/Yamaguchi Prefecture/Ube Port

Period: 2025/8/9 (Sat)

Hiroshima Prefecture/Fukuyama Summer Festival 2025 Ashida River Fireworks Festival

The floating star mine upstream of the Ashida River Bridge is a masterpiece

Location: Fukuyama, Hiroshima Prefecture/upstream of Ashida River Bridge

Period: 2025/8/15 (Friday)

Annual number of people: Approximately 270,000 Number of launches: Approximately 16,000

Tokushima Prefecture/National Fireworks Festival “4th Nishi-Awa Fireworks Festival”

The best competitive fireworks in western Japan are a masterpiece

Location: Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture/ Mino Health Prevention, Miyoshi City

Period: 2025/11/8 (Sat)

Annual number of people: Approximately 26,000

Number of launches: more than 20,000

How to choose a viewing spot for the fireworks display

In order to fully enjoy the fireworks display, it is important to decide on a viewing location in advance.

We also recommend securing paid official bleachers, but acting early is key to getting a good spot in the free area.

In particular, the riverbed and park near the venue are popular spots where many people gather.

What to bring and wear for the fireworks display

In order to enjoy the fireworks festival more comfortably, it is important to prepare in advance.

Choose clothes that are cool and breathable, and focus on ease of movement.

The temperature may drop at night, so it's safe to have a light coat.

Also, don't forget to be considerate of your surroundings at the venue, take your trash home, and observe traffic manners.

LEISURE SHEET

It helps secure a place to sit and watch. It is essential for getting a place early.

Drinks and snacks

There are also food stalls, but there are many cases where only cash can be used, so it's easier to prepare coins.

Shopping can be difficult during busy times, so it's a good idea to bring food and drink beforehand.

Bug Remedies

Mosquitoes often occur outdoors in the summer, so be sure to take measures with insect repellent sprays, etc.

Camera/Smartphone

It's a must-have item for those who want to capture inspiring moments in photos and videos.

It is safe to have a mobile battery to prevent running out of charge.

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Fireworks Festival Transportation and Congestion Avoidance

There are many visitors on the day of the fireworks festival, and transportation facilities and the area around the venue are very crowded.

When using public transportation, it is safe to plan to arrive at the site early.

Also, it is especially crowded right after the end, so you may be able to move smoothly by leaving a little time before arriving home.

summary

The fireworks festivals in the Shikoku and Chugoku regions are full of unique charms, taking advantage of the characteristics of each region.

The many fireworks that brightly color the summer night sky give visitors a great sense of emotion.

Every event, such as the spectacular Niagara fireworks and competition fireworks, is spectacular.

This summer, why don't you spend a memorable and special moment at the fireworks festival in the Shikoku/Chugoku region?

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