Written by JC Team
Part of the annual peace festival, this display is as famous for its fireworks as it is the beautiful food stalls which are illuminated at night.
What happens?
The event takes place on the Hozu River and draws crowds of around 75,000. Past years have seen a whopping 10,000 fireworks go off.
Tickets 2025
The festival will have paid entry only (from ¥2,200. You won’t be able to use the shuttle bus, venue, or stalls if you don’t have a ticket.
Suggested Activity
Take a Day Trip to Mount Fuji (ex. Tokyo)
Get up close to Mt. Fuji, Japan's most famous symbol and highest mountain.
How to get there
From Kyoto Station, take the local San-In Line to Kameoka Station (about thirty minutes).
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
Aug 11, 2025
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7:30pm – 8:15pm
保津川花火大会
¥2,200 – ¥22,500
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
Canceled in the case of rain or stormy weather
Kameoka Station