Summer fireworks along the Kano River, lighting up central Numazu
Kano River Fireworks Display
The 2026 edition of Kano River Fireworks Display has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/07/25 〜 2026/07/27Ended
- Season / frequency
- Every year, at the end of July / Every year
- Location
- Kano River riverbed (between Eitaibashi, Onaribashi, and Ayumibashi)
- Area
- Shizuoka Prefecture・Numazu City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h–1 h 30 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.
- Features
- Highlights and activities
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Participation fee
- Reserved-seat tickets cost ¥11,500–¥30,000 per space. General seating accommodates up to 6 people per space; premium seating accommodates up to 4 people per space.
- Age restrictions
- A reserved-seat ticket is required for anyone aged 4 or older. Children aged 3 or younger do not need one if they do not occupy a full space.
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
Fireworks brighten the summer night sky along the Kano River, which flows through central Numazu. Dating back to 1948, it is a local summer event that has been passed down alongside the Numazu Summer Festival.
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Photographer: Krmt File:20130727200943 DSC 3420.JPG / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Own work by the contributorDisplay size only adjusted.May differ from the event currently featured.About Kano River Fireworks Display
The Kano River Fireworks Display is a summer fireworks event held along the Kano River in Numazu, Shizuoka Prefecture.
Held alongside the Numazu Summer Festival, it is known for offering views of the fireworks from the riverbanks in the city center.
It began after World War II, in 1948, as an event to lift residents’ spirits and support the revival of the shopping district.
Source: 狩野川花火大会 - Wikipedia
Festival highlights
The highlight is the fireworks launched along the Kano River, which flows through central Numazu.
In 2026, a total of approximately 12,000 fireworks lit up the night sky over 2 days, and visitors could enjoy them up close from the riverbanks and around the bridges.
The daytime Numazu Summer Festival program also included processions and dancing, in addition to the fireworks.
Source: ぬまフォトプラス／沼津市 / 【沼津】狩野川花火大会へ行く前に見る｜席 · Access · 駐車場 | みしま日和
Summer fireworks along the Kano River, lighting up central Numazu
What to expect
Visitors head to viewing spots around the Kano River riverbed and look up at the fireworks at night.
In 2026, the daytime Numazu Summer Festival program and performances at Central Park were also held, offering things to enjoy outside the fireworks as well.
The area around the venue also features Sansan-dori, Nakamise Shopping Street, and a area around Central Park.
How to take part
The fireworks festival is an event to enjoy by watching from reserved seating or a general viewing area.
みこし渡御やよさこいなどの催しは行われます。
If you want to use reserved seating, you had to apply through a lottery in 2026.
For 2026, reserved-seat tickets were available through a general lottery, with applications accepted on a dedicated Rakuten Ticket page or by postcard.
Online applications were accepted from June 1910 a.m. through June 2611:59 p.m.; postcards had to arrive by June 26.
After winning, ticket issuing was required, and ticket issuing and payment at Seven-Eleven were also available.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Kano River riverbed (between Eitaibashi, Onaribashi, and Ayumibashi).
- Train and bus
About a 10-minute walk from the south exit of JR Numazu Station.
On the day, Sansan-dori from Numazu Station becomes pedestrian-only.
- By car
Traffic restrictions apply around the venue, and the entire city center is designated as a no-parking zone.
Visitors are advised to use public transportation.
- Parking
There is no official parking lot for the fireworks display.
Address Kano River riverbed (between Eitaibashi, Onaribashi, and Ayumibashi)
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
In 2026, the Numazu Summer Festival and Kano River Fireworks Display were held from July 25 through the 27th.
The fireworks display was postponed due to rain, and approximately 280,000 people visited over 3 days.
A total of approximately 12,000 fireworks were launched over 2 days.
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Prices and availability are current at the time of retrieval. For multi-night stays, only the first night’s price is shown. Confirm the final price and directions to the venue with the booking provider. Select your dates again when using the area search link. Search area: within 3 km of Central Shizuoka Prefecture / Numazu City (the search is not centered on the festival venue)
Tips for your visit
The area around the venue gets crowded, so taking the train to Numazu Station early and deciding in advance where to watch and shop can make it easier to get around.
Please avoid sitting or standing still on bridges to watch, and follow staff directions.
Pets are not allowed in the viewing area, and smoking is prohibited throughout the area, including e-cigarettes.
Nearby attractions
For a view from farther away, the Kanukiyama Observatory and Senbonhama Park are suggested as possible viewing spots.
At the Kanukiyama Observatory, you can enjoy distant views of the Numazu nightscape and fireworks, while Senbonhama Park is suggested as a place to watch from farther away from the venue.
Neither is a venue or parking area specifically for the fireworks display, so check local rules and conditions before visiting.
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静岡県沼津市にある水族館
Origins and History of Kano River Fireworks Display
The Kano River Fireworks Display began in 1948, after World War II.
It began as an event intended to energize local residents and support the revival of the shopping district.
It has continued since then as one of Numazu’s signature summer events, held alongside the Numazu Summer Festival.
The event was called off in 2020 and 2021 due to the spread of COVID-19, and its regular format returned in 2022.
Official information
The official Numazu City website provides information about the 79th Numazu Summer Festival and Kano River Fireworks Display in 2026, including its dates, postponement, visitor numbers, and fireworks launch record.
A phone number for the Numazu City Tourism Strategy Division is also provided for inquiries about the summer festival as a whole.
Kano River Fireworks Display at a Glance
The Kano River Fireworks Display is a summer fireworks event that began in 1948 and is enjoyed along the Kano River, which flows through central Numazu.
In 2026, including the postponement due to rain, the Numazu Summer Festival was held from July 25 to the 27th, with a total of approximately 12,000 fireworks launched over 2 days.
It is about a 10-minute walk from the south exit of JR Numazu Station, but there is no official parking lot, and visitors should be aware of congestion and traffic restrictions around the venue.
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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