Twenty thousand Shinmei blooms by the river, in harmony with music
Shinmei Fireworks Festival
The 2026 edition of Shinmei Fireworks Festival has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/08/07Ended
- Season / frequency
- Every year on August 7 / Every year
- Location
- Fuefuki River bank downstream of Sangun Bridge
- Area
- Yamanashi Prefecture・Ichikawamisato Town(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 30 min–2 h · 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
- Highlights and activities
- Participation / viewing
- Spectators welcome
- Participation fee
- Paid viewing stands are available.
- Age restrictions
- Preschool children accompanied by a guardian do not need a ticket for the paid seating. However, a ticket is required if they need a seat.
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Shinmei Fireworks Festival is held every August 7 on the banks of the Fuefuki River in Ichikawamisato. Against the backdrop of the region’s history of making fireworks, around 20,000 fireworks light up the night sky to music.
About Shinmei Fireworks Festival
The Shinmei Fireworks Festival is held every August 7 in Ichikawamisato, Yamanashi Prefecture.
Around 20,000 fireworks light up the night sky above the Fuefuki River in the Ichikawa-Daimon area.
Rooted in the local history of Ichikawa washi paper and fireworks making, the event has been passed down as one of the town’s signature summer festivals.
Another characteristic is that it is held to coincide with the day of the fireworks.
Source: 神明の花火大会 - Wikipedia / 神明の花火大会よくある質問Q＆A｜神明の花火サイト｜市川三郷町
Festival highlights
The highlight is a large-scale fireworks display that unfolds in harmony with music.
Around 20,000 fireworks are launched, creating a spectacular display in the night sky, including 2-shaku shells.
The fireworks are arranged to tell a story, and you can learn about the theme from the free program.
From the Fuefuki River riverbed, you can enjoy the sense of openness unique to a riverside setting.
Source: Shinmei Fireworks Extravaganza | Travel Japan - Japan National Tourism Organization (Official Site) / 夏の風物詩、大迫力の山梨の花火・火祭りは必見！／富士の国やまなし観光ネット 山梨県公式観光情報
Twenty thousand Shinmei blooms by the river, in harmony with music
What to expect
Visitors watch the fireworks from the riverbank, the sloping banks, and paid viewing seats.
The launch is scheduled to begin at 7:15 p.m., with story-driven fireworks unfolding one after another in time with the music.
Temporary toilets are set up around the venue, and stalls are usually located inside the general sports ground.
In the free viewing area, visitors are asked to secure a spot without blocking walkways.
How to take part
As this is an event for watching fireworks, members of the general public can attend as spectators.
Viewing areas include paid viewing stands and a free area on the sloping embankment.
Reserving a spot is permitted in the free area, but not on roads or walkways.
No information is provided about recruiting participants to help launch the fireworks.
Location and access
- Venue and address
On the banks of the Fuefuki River downstream of Sangun Bridge (the launch site is between Sangun Bridge and Fujikawa Ohashi Bridge).
- Train and bus
A 10-minute walk from Ichikawa-Daimon Station on the JR Minobu Line.
Free shuttle buses are also planned on the Mitama and Masuho routes.
- By car
About 10 km via Route 140 from the Kofu-Minami IC on the Chuo Expressway, and about 3 km from the Masuho IC on the Chubu-Odan Expressway.
- Parking
Free parking is listed in Ichikawamisato and other locations, but spaces fill up early, so paid parking requiring advance reservations is also listed.
Event venue 山梨県市川三郷町 三郡橋下流笛吹川河畔
This map uses the venue name. Check the official guide for the event area and entrances.
Dates and season
2026 Event Information (The listed dates have passed)
The 2026 event was scheduled for August 7 (Friday).
The fireworks are scheduled to start at 7:15 p.m. In the event of severe weather, they will be postponed to August 8 or the 9th.
Held every year on August 7, “Fireworks Day,” the event’s go/no-go or postponement decision is made the afternoon before the event.
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Tips for your visit
The area around the venue gets crowded from around 5 p.m., and traffic restrictions are in place.
If you’re coming by car, parking lots fill up early, so taking the JR train or the free shuttle bus is recommended.
When watching, stay off roads and walkways, and follow staff instructions.
Temporary toilets also get crowded, so it’s a good idea to use the facilities before arriving at the venue.
Source: 駐車場情報（随時更新中）｜神明の花火サイト｜市川三郷町
Origins and History of Shinmei Fireworks Festival
The Shinmei Fireworks are said to have originated as fireworks honoring Jinzaemon, who contributed to the development of Ichikawa washi paper.
The tradition of “Ichikawa fireworks” is said to have begun when fireworks using signal-fire techniques developed in the Ichikawa-Daimon area during the Warring States period were launched on Jinzaemon’s memorial day.
During the Edo period, the tradition developed into launched fireworks. After it came to a halt, it was revived in 1989 as the Shinmei Fireworks Festival.
Official information
Check the official information on Ichikawamisato Town’s Shinmei Fireworks website.
The site provides an event overview, parking information, paid seating details, the program, and requests from the organizers.
The 2026 information also includes updates about the 38th event.
Source: 神明の花火トップページ｜市川三郷町
Shinmei Fireworks Festival at a Glance
The Shinmei Fireworks Festival is held every August 7 and is connected with Ichikawamisato Town’s history of washi paper and fireworks making.
The 2026 event was scheduled for August 7 (Friday) on the banks of the Fuefuki River downstream of Sangun Bridge.
Around 20,000 fireworks unfold to music, and can be enjoyed from the free viewing area or paid seating.
Crowds and a shortage of parking are expected, so traveling by train or shuttle bus is recommended.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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