1 Sapporo's Largest! 22,000 Shells in a Breathtaking Light Show Synced with Music and Flames: "T×TGARAGE 14th Makomanai Fireworks Festival 2026" (Sapporo)

The "Makomanai Fireworks Festival," a major event representing Sapporo's summer, is back again this year. Over 22,000 fireworks, the largest display in Sapporo, will fill the night sky. The dynamic production, created by pyrotechnicians active in global competitions, features fireworks synchronized with music, lighting, and flames, creating a beauty that will give you goosebumps. This year, a new free viewing area will be established, complete with food stalls serving freshly made gourmet treats.

2 4,000 Moving Fireworks Lighting Up the Toyohira River Night Sky: "Doshin-UHB Fireworks Festival 2026" (Sapporo)

A popular fireworks festival long-loved by citizens and tourists as a harbinger of Sapporo's summer. From the banks of the Toyohira River, which flows through the city, about 4,000 fireworks, including gorgeous starmines and powerful aerial shells, will brilliantly color the night sky. This year, the venue layout has been updated, and a ticketing system will be introduced for some areas.

3 An Unforgettable Hokkaido Spectacle! A Superb Show Painting the Tokachi Night Sky Gold: "The 74th Kachimai Fireworks Festival" (Obihiro)

Hokkaido's largest entertainment fireworks show, fusing fireworks, music, and lighting. The highlight of the Kachimai Fireworks Festival is the "Nishiki-kamuro" golden fireworks launched during the grand finale. The sight of the light completely filling your field of vision is a beauty that will leave you speechless. Many spectators visit every year to experience its overwhelming scale.

4 Perfectly Synced with Music! An Artistic Fireworks Display by Japan's Top Pyrotechnicians: "Hokkaido Art Fireworks 2026" (Sapporo)

An exquisite musical fireworks festival unfolding on a vast scale, set against the unique landscape of Moerenuma Park, designed by Isamu Noguchi. Beautiful artistic shells created by some of Japan's most renowned fireworks companies are meticulously controlled to the 1/30th of a second, matching the rhythm and melody of the music. The non-stop, 50-minute show of light and sound is a truly spectacular sight.

5 Enjoy Dynamic Dances and Fireworks at Otaru's Biggest Festival: "The 60th Otaru Ushio Festival" (Otaru)

This is the largest citizen-participation event representing summer in Otaru. Starting with the "Ushio Furekomi" on the first day, the festival is packed with highlights, including the "Ushio Nerikomi" on the second day, where a large crowd parades through the streets to the tune of the Ushio Ondo song, and the majestic "Mikoshi Parade" on the final day. The grand finale on the last day is the "Grand Fireworks Display," which romantically colors the night sky over Otaru Port. With plenty of gourmet food and stalls, it's a recommended three-day event for outings with family and friends.

6 A City-wide Celebration with Brilliant Fireworks Synced to Music and Traditional Dances: "The 167th Anniversary Hakodate Port Festival" (Hakodate)

The largest festival symbolizing summer in Hakodate, where the entire city is filled with diverse excitement. A fireworks display is held on the first night, with powerful fireworks launched from Midori no Shima island, heralding the festival's opening along with music. In the main parade "Wasshoi Hakodate" on the second and third days, many citizens dance alongside portable shrines and gorgeous floats, and the excitement peaks with the famous "Hakodate Ika Odori" (Squid Dance), which anyone can join. There are also stalls serving delicious gourmet food.

7 About 50 Food Stalls and 4,000 Fireworks! Northern Hokkaido's Premier Event: "Asahikawa Summer Festival & The 74th Doshin Noryo Fireworks Festival" (Asahikawa)

A summer festival that attracts over 500,000 visitors over three days, making it one of the most exciting events in the Northern Hokkaido area. On the first night, the "Doshin Noryo Fireworks Festival" takes place on the banks of the Ishikari River by Asahibashi Bridge, where about 4,000 fireworks, including various creative shells and gorgeous starmines, vividly color the night sky. The following days are also packed with highlights, including a dance parade with about 2,000 participants, a powerful mikoshi procession, the energetic "Rekka Tanabata Festival," and food stalls gathering in the entertainment district.

8 Hokkaido's Largest San-shaku-dama Shell! A Festival of Gourmet Food and Giant Fireworks in Autumnal Kushiro: "The 23rd Kushiro Tairyo Donpaku" (Kushiro)

A very popular event that combines delicious flavors unique to the port town of Kushiro with fireworks. The main attraction is the breathtaking san-shaku-dama (three-foot shell), Hokkaido's largest, launched from the mouth of the Kushiro River. The moment the giant 600-meter diameter flower blooms in the night sky, a thunderous roar echoes through the venue, delivering a stunning impact. During the day, there's a fair featuring local agricultural and livestock products and tastings of Konsen milk, making for a fulfilling experience of eating, playing, and learning.

9 7,000 Fireworks Set Against a Backdrop of Lavender Hills: "The 43rd Nakafurano Lavender Festival & Fireworks" (Nakafurano)

A popular summer event where about 7,000 brilliant fireworks dynamically color the night sky, set against the backdrop of Hokuseiyama, a hill covered in beautiful lavender. Viewing from the surrounding hills offers an incredibly close-up look at the fireworks, providing an exceptional sense of immersion. From daytime to evening, there are stage performances such as the Self-Defense Force band and powerful taiko drumming, along with numerous stalls offering delicious local gourmet food and kitchen cars.

10 18,000 Fireworks Lighting Up the Autumn Night Sky from an Incredibly Close Range: "HBA Special Night Doshin-Shukabi" (Sapporo)

A spectacular entertainment fireworks show that romantically colors the autumn night, held at the outdoor venue of the Daiwa House Premist Dome. About 18,000 fireworks, created by award-winning pyrotechnicians, will spread across your entire field of vision, perfectly synchronized with music. Even before the fireworks launch, the venue is packed with entertainment, including YOSAKOI Soran performances and beautiful live string quartet music.

11 Thrilling Large Food Stall Areas and Stage Events! A Moving Summer Evening Fireworks Display Harmonizing with the Night View: "The 79th Muroran Port Festival" (Muroran)

The largest summer festival in Muroran, where the city buzzes with the most excitement. The event is filled with overwhelming energy, featuring the "Citizen Dance" where a total of 1,000 dancers perform in unison, and the "Muroran Nerikomi" where unique mikoshi and floats parade through the streets. The can't-miss main event is the "Noryo Fireworks Display," where the beautiful night view of Muroran romantically merges with the large fireworks in the sky. On the final day, there will also be dynamic Yosakoi Soran performances and a large area of food stalls offering a variety of gourmet treats.

12 A Fusion of Music and Lasers! Over 12,000 Fireworks Coloring the Okhotsk Night Sky: "The 78th Abashiri Okhotsk Summer Festival" (Abashiri)

A major event representing summer in Abashiri, where the city center, especially the pedestrianized shopping street, is filled with excitement. During the festival, there are plenty of attractions for all ages, including the "Ryuhyo Odori" (Ice Floe Dance), a lively music parade, and a food corner with local gourmet food and kitchen cars. The "Abashiri Fireworks" on the final night will feature over 12,000 fireworks, and this year, a laser show will be added, allowing you to enjoy a spectacular view that fills your entire field of vision.

13 A Beautiful Summer Evening Fireworks Display on the Riverbank as the Festival Finale: "Kitami Bonchi Festival" (Kitami)

Two days when the city of Kitami is enveloped in a festive and vibrant atmosphere. The festival is packed with impressive programs, including the "Buyo Parade," where citizens in yukata parade through the city center, and the powerful "Tonden O-tsunahiki" (Great Tug-of-War). The festival's grand finale is the "Noryo Fireworks Display," launched from the Koizumi Riverbed Ground.

14 Enjoy Fireworks from the Attractions! A Display at an Amusement Park: "Saika Matsuri Fireworks Festival 2026" (Iwamizawa)

A very popular event that brilliantly colors the summer of Iwamizawa, held at the vast amusement park "Hokkaido Greenland." The 5,500 beautiful fireworks launched into the night sky collaborate wonderfully with music, transforming the park into a romantic world. You can enjoy the luxurious experience of watching fireworks while riding attractions, something only an amusement park can offer.

15 The Only Seaside Fireworks in the Tokachi Area, Featuring Beautiful Underwater Displays: "The 70th Tokachi Port Festival & The 36th Tokachi Port Marine Fireworks Festival" (Hiroo)

A popular festival featuring the only port-based fireworks in the Tokachi area. At night, about 7,000 fireworks, including starmines and beautiful underwater fireworks that reflect light dazzlingly on the sea surface, are launched from up close, offering an overwhelming sense of immersion unique to a port town. During the day, a bazaar opens where you can savor local products like fried shishamo smelt and grilled whelk. This year, to celebrate the 70th anniversary, there will be a variety of special events, including character shows, comedy live shows by popular comedians, and a sea breeze sauna festival.