Daigo Town fireworks echoing across the Kuji River and the Oku-Kuji mountains
Daigo Town Fireworks Festival
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/11/21Scheduled
- Location
- Daigo, sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers (fireworks launch site)
- Area
- Ibaraki Prefecture・Daigo, Kuji District(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 10 min–1 h 30 min · limited express)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
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
This festival features fireworks launched from a sandbar in Daigo Town where the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers meet, with their sound echoing through the Oku-Kuji mountains. Visitors can appreciate the distinctive riverside scenery and the significance of this milestone commemorative event for the area.
About Daigo Town Fireworks Festival
Daigo Town Fireworks Festival is an event where fireworks are launched from a sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers in Daigo, Ibaraki Prefecture.
One of its distinctive features is the way the sound of the fireworks echoes through the Oku-Kuji mountains. The festival can be enjoyed against the backdrop of Daigo’s natural scenery and riverside setting near the town center.
In 2026, it is presented as a commemorative event marking the completion of Matsunuma Bridge and the opening of Roadside Station Oku-Kuji Daigo WEST.
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Festival highlights
The highlight is the fireworks launched from the sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers.
Enjoy fireworks rising from the riverbank, accompanied by the sound echoing through the Oku-Kuji mountains.
The 2026 event is also described as a festival lighting up the autumn night sky with a combination of lanterns and fireworks.
Daigo Town fireworks echoing across the Kuji River and the Oku-Kuji mountains
What to expect
At the festival, fireworks are launched from the sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers.
In 2026, the fireworks are scheduled to be launched from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Visitors can watch them on an autumn evening against the backdrop of the riverbank and mountains.
There is also information that, on the day of the festival, the street in front of JR Hitachi-Daigo Station will become pedestrian-only and various events will be held.
How to take part
You can watch the fireworks around the venue.
No information is provided on whether members of the general public can take part in launching the fireworks or running the event, or whether there will be any participatory activities.
If you are visiting to watch the fireworks, plan to view them from the launch site or around the street in front of the station.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers in Daigo Town (fireworks launch site), Daigo, Kuji District, Ibaraki Prefecture.
- Train and bus
About a 5-minute walk from JR Hitachi-Daigo Station.
- By car
About 60 minutes via National Route 118 from the Naka IC on the Joban Expressway.
- Parking
Free parking is listed.
Address Daigo, Kuji District, Ibaraki Prefecture
Dates and season
In 2026, the event is scheduled for November 21 (Sat), from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
In the event of severe weather, it is scheduled to be postponed to November 22 (Sun).
As whether the event will be held and its schedule may change, it’s a good idea to check the situation on the day before setting out.
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Tips for your visit
In 2026, the event is scheduled to be postponed to the following day in the event of severe weather.
The number of fireworks and shuttle bus details have not yet been decided, so check the latest information before choosing how to travel or where to watch.
Traffic restrictions around the venue have also not been decided, so allow plenty of time, including if you plan to walk from the station.
Nearby attractions
Around Daigo Town, where the venue is located, you can visit Roadside Station Oku-Kuji Daigo, Fukuroda Falls, and Daigo Onsen, among other places.
For local food, specialties such as Oku-Kuji Shamo chicken dishes, Oku-Kuji apples, and Oku-Kuji tea are also featured.
You can plan an itinerary that combines the fireworks festival with Daigo Town’s nature, hot springs, and food culture.
Origins and History of Daigo Town Fireworks Festival
The festival had been suspended since 2020 because of reconstruction work following damage caused by the 2019 Typhoon Hagibis and the spread of COVID-19.
In 2026, the festival will be held for the first time in 7 years to mark the completion of river construction work and construction of Matsunuma Bridge, as well as the opening of Roadside Station Oku-Kuji Daigo WEST.
The festival was traditionally held during the period in August, but in 2026 it will take place during the autumn travel season.
Official information
For updates on whether the event will be held and the latest information, check the official website of the Daigo Town Tourism Association, a general incorporated association.
The Daigo Town Tourism Association is listed as the contact, with phone number 0295-72-0285.
As postponements due to severe weather or changes around the venue are possible, check the latest information before setting out.
Daigo Town Fireworks Festival at a Glance
Daigo Town Fireworks Festival is an event where you can enjoy fireworks rising from the sandbar at the confluence of the Kuji and Oshikawa rivers, with the Oku-Kuji mountains as a backdrop.
In 2026, the event is scheduled for November 21 (Sat), from 6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. It will be held as a commemorative event associated with Matsunuma Bridge and Roadside Station Oku-Kuji Daigo WEST.
About a 5-minute walk from JR Hitachi-Daigo Station; in the event of severe weather, it will be postponed to November 22.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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