Music and 10,000 fireworks light up Tottori’s summer night
Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival (Tottori City)
The 2026 edition of Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival (Tottori City) has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/08/15Ended
- Season / frequency
- Every year on August 15 / Every year
- Location
- Chiyogawara Citizens’ Sports Field
- Area
- Tottori Prefecture・Tottori City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 15 min–1 h 30 min · flight time only)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
- None
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival brings the Tottori Shan Shan Festival to a close. Fireworks soar into the summer night sky above the Chiyogawa riverbed.
About Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival (Tottori City)
The Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival is a fireworks display that brings the Tottori Shan Shan Festival to a close.
Held every year on August 15 at Chiyogawara Citizens’ Sports Field in Tottori City, the festival brings color to a summer night along the Chiyogawa riverbed.
The festival is said to have begun as the “Chiyogawa Thanksgiving Festival,” commemorating Tottori City’s 1953 merger and the major renovation of the Chiyogawa River.
It has been passed down in the community as an event held to coincide with the Buddhist observance of sending off the spirits of the dead during .
Festival highlights
The highlight is the large-scale fireworks launched from the venue along the Chiyogawa riverbed.
The festival is described as featuring around 7,000 fireworks in a typical year; 10,000 were planned for the 73rd event in 2026.
The show also features fireworks set to music, creating a display of fireworks and music in the night sky.
A summer event that draws many visitors as the finale to the Tottori Shan Shan Festival.
Source: 日本海新聞発刊50周年記念 第73回市民納涼花火大会 / 鳥取県 -【JAPAN 47 GO】
Music and 10,000 fireworks light up Tottori’s summer night
What to expect
Visitors watch the fireworks from around Chiyogawara Citizens’ Sports Field.
The 2026 event was scheduled to run from 7:50 p.m. to 9 p.m., with fireworks set to music.
Large crowds gather around the venue to look up at the fireworks lighting the night sky.
When watching, be sure to enjoy the show from designated areas and follow the security staff’s instructions on the day.
Source: 2026年8月17日 鳥取市花火大会について提言 - 市政提案～市長への手紙～ - 鳥取市公式ウェブサイト（くらしの安心・相談課）
How to take part
The fireworks festival is primarily a viewing event, and members of the public can enjoy the fireworks from around the venue.
No information indicates that advance registration is required to watch the fireworks.
For safety reasons, stopping to watch may be prohibited in some places, such as on bridges, so follow the instructions of security staff at the venue.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Chiyogawara Citizens’ Sports Field (Furuichi, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture; Chiyogawa riverbed)
- Train and bus
About a 15-minute walk from JR Tottori Station.
Shuttle buses run from the north exit of Tottori Station to the fireworks venue and other locations.
- By car
About 10 minutes from the Tottori IC on the Tottori Expressway.
- Parking
No parking is available.
Address Furuichi, Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture (Chiyogawa riverbed)
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
In 2026, the event was scheduled for August 15 (Saturday), from 7:50 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The event was scheduled to go ahead without postponement, with fireworks set to music during the event hours.
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 Tottori Prefecture / Tottori City (the search is not centered on the festival venue)
Tips for your visit
Traffic restrictions around the venue were scheduled from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the day of the event.
There is no parking, so consider using public transportation, such as walking from JR Tottori Station or taking a shuttle bus.
For safety reasons, stopping to watch from bridges may be prohibited.
Nearby attractions
Nearby sightseeing spots include Hijiri Shrine, Gentokuji Temple, Keifukuji Temple, and the Fukuro River embankment.
These are temples, shrines, and scenic spots in Tottori City that you could consider visiting along with the fireworks festival.
Opening hours and visiting conditions vary by location, so check before you go.
かにっこ館
鳥取県鳥取市賀露町にある水族館
わらべ館
鳥取県鳥取市にある童謡・唱歌・おもちゃがテーマの博物館
因幡万葉歴史館
鳥取県鳥取市にある博物館
宇倍神社
鳥取県鳥取市国府町宮下に位置する神社
河原城
鳥取県鳥取市河原町谷一木にあった城、および同地に建てられた模擬天守
流しびなの館
鳥取県鳥取市用瀬町にあるひな人形の展示施設
写真：Original uploader was KASEI (Edited by 663h ) / CC BY-SA 3.0
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渡辺美術館
鳥取県鳥取市にある博物館
白兎神社
鳥取県鳥取市にある神社
砂の美術館
鳥取県鳥取市にある美術館
鳥取城
鳥取県の城
鳥取市あおや郷土館
鳥取県の博物館・美術館のスポットです。
鳥取市歴史博物館
鳥取県の博物館・美術館のスポットです。
Origins and History of Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival (Tottori City)
The Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival is said to have begun as the “Chiyogawa Thanksgiving Festival,” marking Tottori City’s 1953 merger with 14 villages and commemorating the major renovation of the Chiyogawa River, which had frequently flooded during the Taisho era.
The event, held to coincide with the Buddhist observance of sending off the spirits of the dead during Obon, developed into today’s fireworks festival.
It is introduced as an annual summer event that brings the Tottori Shan Shan Festival to a close.
Official information
The organizers are the Tottori Shan Shan Festival Promotion Association and the Shin Nihonkai Shimbun.
The event listing for the “73rd Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival” is provided as the official website.
The contact number listed for the Shin Nihonkai Shimbun Business Bureau is 0857-21-2885.
Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival (Tottori City) at a Glance
The Citizens’ Summer Fireworks Festival is a summer fireworks display in Tottori City that brings the Tottori Shan Shan Festival to a close.
Connected with the renovation of the Chiyogawa River and the Buddhist observance of sending off the spirits of the dead during Obon, the event is held every year on August 15 at Chiyogawara Citizens’ Sports Field.
Visitors can enjoy fireworks set to music and a large number of fireworks launched into the sky, but should take note of traffic restrictions around the venue and safety guidance for viewing areas.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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