Ube City Fireworks Festival

Festival highlights

A highlight is the music fireworks, which unfold in sync with music.

A drone show featuring 500 drones was scheduled before the fireworks in 2026, with animations related to the 105th anniversary of the city’s founding planned for the night sky.

The event information also notes that yatai line the area near the venue, where you can enjoy fireworks alongside local specialties and seasonal summer treats.

Source: ２５日、午後８時から市花火大会 宇部港で３５００発打ち上げ【宇部】｜宇部日報デジタル SARATTO

A summer tradition where music and fireworks light up the night sky over Ube Port

What to expect

On the day of the event, an evening program centered on fireworks takes place around Ube Port.

According to the 2026 event information, a drone show lasting about 15 minutes was scheduled to begin at 7:45 p.m., followed by about 30 minutes of fireworks starting at 8 p.m., with approximately 3,500 fireworks launched.

You can watch fireworks synchronized with music and enjoy local specialties at yatai around the venue.

How to take part

You can attend as a general visitor to watch the fireworks.

The 2026 event information stated that admission was free and no reserved seating was available.

However, no information was provided on whether general visitors could take part in operating the fireworks or drone show, so plan to attend as a spectator.

Location and access

Venue and address

Around Ube Port (Shinmachi Pier and Minatomachi Pier), 1-15-28 Minatomachi, Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture.

Train and bus

A 20-minute walk from Ube-Shinkawa Station and a 10-minute walk from Kotōshiba Station on the JR Ube Line.

A 10-minute walk from the Ube City Hall bus stop on Ube City buses.

For 2026, extra trains on the JR Ube and Onoda lines, as well as extra buses operated by the city and Sentetsu, were also announced.

By car

About 15 minutes by car from Ube IC on the Sanyo Expressway.

In 2026, traffic restrictions were in effect around the venue from 5 p.m.

Parking

In addition to approximately 1,300 spaces in paid parking lots around the city, temporary free parking was announced at the municipal library, Kanbara Elementary School, Kotōshiba Elementary School, and Misō Elementary School.

Address 1-15-28 Minatomachi, Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

According to the 2026 event information, the festival was scheduled to take place around Ube Port on July 25 (Saturday), with fireworks planned from 8 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

The event information said it would be postponed to July 26 (Sunday) in the event of severe weather.

Reports said that the decision on whether the event would go ahead would be made at 3 p.m. on the day, while the drone show was to be assessed based on weather conditions shortly before the event.

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Tips for your visit

In 2026, traffic restrictions were in effect around the venue from 5 p.m., affecting vehicle travel during certain hours.

Temporary parking lots have specified capacities and hours of use, so if you are coming by car, check which parking lots are designated.

Visitors were also encouraged to use extra trains and buses and take precautions against heatstroke during the hot season.

Nearby attractions

Nearby sightseeing attractions introduced include the Watanabe Memorial Hall, Ube Sculpture City, Sōrinji Temple, and Ube Gokoku Shrine.

Other nearby spots mentioned include the Ube City Furusato Companion Association, Fukuhara Historic Site Park, and Ube Airport Rose Garden.

Check separately for each facility’s opening status and conditions of use during the fireworks festival.

Tourist attractionsUbe City

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Museums and art museumsUbe City

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Parks and gardensUbe City

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Museums and art museumsUbe City

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Attractions in the same municipality. Check each attraction’s official website for travel distances from the venue and current opening information.

Origins and History of Ube City Fireworks Festival

The Ube City Fireworks Festival began in 1955 and held its 72nd edition in 2026.

The Ube City Fireworks Festival Executive Committee runs the event, which is said to have been supported by sponsorships from local businesses and donations from residents.

Since the 55th event in fiscal year 2009, it has at times been described as Yamaguchi Prefecture’s largest independently held fireworks festival. It is an event that has been passed down in the community for many years.

Source: 宇部市花火大会 - Wikipedia

Official information

Event information is available from the Ube Chamber of Commerce and Industry under “Fireworks Festival Information.”

The 2026 sightseeing information listed the Chamber’s website as the official website and said that updates on whether the event would go ahead would also be posted there.

For inquiries, contact the Ube City Fireworks Festival Executive Committee (at the Ube Chamber of Commerce and Industry).

Ube City Fireworks Festival at a Glance

The Ube City Fireworks Festival is an annual summer event where visitors can enjoy music and fireworks around Ube Port.

In 2026, approximately 3,500 fireworks and a drone show featuring 500 drones were planned, with free admission and no reserved seating.

Traffic restrictions are in place around the venue, so public transportation, including extra trains and buses, is a convenient option.