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Updated: July 29, 2025
Area around the Arakawa River and the Iwabuchi Water Gate, Kita City, Tokyo
2025-9-27
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Northern Tokyo
Akabane
Kita City Fireworks Festival is renowned for pioneering autumnal fireworks festivals. It takes place along the Arakawa River, conveniently located within an hour's trip from central Tokyo. The highlight is set to be a special program by Japan's leading firework makers. The impressive display of 10,000 fireworks synchronized with moving lights and music is a sight to behold.
Another must-see is the “Kita City Art Fireworks Expo,” where renowned pyrotechnicians from around the country show off their displays. It shows the latest developments in Japan's world-famous fireworks.
This time, the festival sites are Akabane and Kawaguchi. At Kawaguchi, there's paid seating reserved exclusively for international tourists. There's a dedicated shuttle bus to the site from Kawaguchi-motogo Station. Once there, you can also enjoy various cultural experiences and try Japanese sake.
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