Written by JC Team
Nagasaki becomes Kyushu’s party capital in early September, with the Sasebo Seaside Festival.
What happens?
The festival’s main draw is the island’s largest firework display in the evening on the first day.
If summer hanabi (fireworks) aren’t your jam (and if not, why not?), the Seaside Festival includes music, balloon art, jazz, food stalls, dance exhibitions, family games, traditional taiko drumming, and harbor cruises.
Previous festivals have attracted up to 280,000 visitors.
Schedule 2026
For 2026, the fireworks will launch on Saturday, September 5 at 7:30 p.m.
Entry
Tickets are now available via the official website, ranging in price from ¥1,000 to ¥2,500
How to get there
The main venue is an easy 5-minute walk from JR Sasebo train station, and with a packed event schedule offering something for pretty much everyone, it would be an awesome day out for kids and adults alike.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
