Omagari National Fireworks Competition 2026
Japan's most prestigious pyrotechnic competition, where the nation's top fireworks artisans battle for the Prime Minister's Award.
When · Where
- When
- 2026/08/29 08:10 – 2026/08/29
- Where
- Omono River riverside, Daisen City（Omagari, Daisen, Akita 014-0063）
- City
- Across Japan
- Getting there
- Approx. 30-min walk from Omagari Station (JR Akita Shinkansen)
- Price
- Reserved seating required for prime spots (paid); riverbank viewing free
- Organizer
- Omagari Chamber of Commerce / Daisen City
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Approx. 30-min walk from Omagari Station (JR Akita Shinkansen) Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Check tickets and details on the official page (button above).
- Paying
- Reserved seating required for prime spots (paid); riverbank viewing free. Smaller venues in Japan are often cash-first — carry some yen (cards/IC not guaranteed).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- culture seekers, date night, groups of friends
Highlights
- Daytime fireworks painting smoke patterns in the sky
- Elite artisans competing in warimono and freestyle
- Creative original works debuted only here
Background & story
Held since 1910, the Omagari competition is the benchmark of Japanese pyrotechnic artistry, where makers premiere their most ambitious original designs.
Good to know
Held in a small town — secure reserved seats and accommodation months in advance.