A summer festival where fireworks and Fukuchiyama's dance ring out over the Yura River
Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival
The 2026 edition of Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/08/11Ended
- Season / frequency
- August 11
- Location
- Yura River riverbank, near Otonase Bridge
- Area
- Kyoto Prefecture・Fukuchiyama City(From Tokyo: approx. 2 h 10 min–2 h 40 min · bullet train)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Highlights and activities
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
A summer event in which visitors can enjoy fireworks and Fukuchiyama Odori on the banks of the Yura River in Fukuchiyama City. For 2026, 6,000 fireworks, food stalls, and a participatory dance were announced.
About Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival
The Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival has been held on the banks of the Yura River in Fukuchiyama City.
The name “Dokkoi-se” comes from the musical accompaniment for Fukuchiyama Odori, a traditional performing art of Fukuchiyama.
The festival began in 1932 and was suspended for many years after an accident in 2013, but resumed in 2024 as “Fukuchiyama HANABI.”
Fireworks, Fukuchiyama Odori, and food stalls were also planned for 2026, and the event was presented as a celebration of the local summer.
Source: ドッコイセ福知山花火大会 - Wikipedia / ふるさと福知山だより2026年6月号 - 福知山市オフィシャルホームページ
Festival highlights
The highlight of the 2026 event was a fireworks display of 6,000 fireworks launched over 45 minutes from 8 p.m.
The event was planned so visitors could enjoy fireworks launched near Otonase Bridge from viewing areas across the Yura River, and special viewing seats at Fukuchiyama Castle were also planned.
Around 50 food stalls were to line the area around the venue, making it possible to enjoy not only the fireworks but also take part in Fukuchiyama Odori.
A summer festival where fireworks and Fukuchiyama's dance ring out over the Yura River
What to expect
For 2026, the event was planned around the area near Otonase Bridge on the Yura River riverbank, with visitors watching fireworks at night.
The fireworks were scheduled to run from 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., and around 50 food stalls were to line the surrounding area.
Special viewing seats were to be set up at Fukuchiyama Castle, and a participatory Fukuchiyama Odori was also planned.
The event offers a chance to enjoy not only the fireworks, but also local dancing and food and drink.
How to take part
A participatory Fukuchiyama Odori was planned for 2026.
It was described as an opportunity for fireworks spectators to join the dance, but no participation requirements or registration method were specified.
The procedures may differ for watching the fireworks and taking part in the dance, so anyone wishing to participate should check the information on the day.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Yura River riverbank, near Otonase Bridge (Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture).
- Train and bus
The nearest station is Fukuchiyama Station, served by JR West and Kyoto Tango Railway.
Address Fukuchiyama City, Kyoto Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
The event was scheduled for August 11 (Tuesday, a national holiday).
The fireworks were scheduled to run from 8 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., with 6,000 fireworks planned.
The event was to go ahead in rain and be canceled in severe weather, with no postponement date.
The event date has passed, but this information does not establish whether the event actually took place.
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Tips for your visit
In 2026, the event was to go ahead in rain and be canceled in severe weather, with no postponement date.
As the fireworks are scheduled to start at 8 p.m., it is important to plan ahead for crowds at viewing areas and on the way home.
Safety measures have been prioritized at past festivals following a food-stall explosion, so please follow staff directions and access restrictions at the venue.
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Origins and History of Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival
The festival began in 1932 and continued for many years as a summer event in Fukuchiyama City.
Because a food-stall explosion occurred at the venue in August 2013, large-scale events were not held afterward.
Against the backdrop of residents' calls for its return and the efforts of local organizations, “Fukuchiyama HANABI” was held in 2024 for the first time in 11 years, and the event was also announced in a new format for 2026.
Official information
The 2026 event information is featured in “Furusato Fukuchiyama Dayori” on the official Fukuchiyama City website.
It lists the event date, fireworks time, venue, weather policy, and number of fireworks, and provides a link to the official Fukuchiyama HANABI website.
Information about the fireworks festival is also posted by Fukuchiyama City's Commerce and Tourism Division.
Source: 商業観光課 - 福知山市オフィシャルホームページ
Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival at a Glance
The Dokkoi-se Fukuchiyama Fireworks Festival is a summer event where visitors can enjoy fireworks and local culture on the banks of the Yura River in Fukuchiyama City.
On August 11 in 2026, 6,000 fireworks were planned over 45 minutes from 8 p.m., along with around 50 food stalls and a participatory Fukuchiyama Odori.
The connection to Fukuchiyama Odori, carried on in the event's name, and the focus on safety following the accident are important features of this event.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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