This is a high-quality, reliable Japan tour planned by Club Tourism, a major Japanese travel company with over 70 years of history. A team renowned for their hospitality accompanies the tour, and it has received high praise from customers of various nationalities.
• The tour is conducted in Japanese, but we have many participants from Taiwan and Hong Kong, so even first-timers can participate with confidence.
You can enjoy watching the fireworks from the reserved seating area ("Masu-seki") until the end of the festival!
- Round trip by Shinkansen (round trip: Tokyo to Echigo-Yuzawa)
- Visited Yahiko Shrine, the Ichinomiya (first-ranked shrine) of Echigo Province.
・Enjoy shopping and lunch on your own in Teradomari.
On the first day, you can also enjoy a Japanese dinner in Uonuma featuring Uonuma-grown Koshihikari rice and local cuisine.
[Travel conditions]
Departure point/Destination: Tokyo/Niigata
Trip duration: 1 night, 2 days
Transportation used: chartered bus and Shinkansen (bullet train)
Bus company: Showa Kanko or equivalent
Meal plan: Breakfast 1 time, Lunch 0 times, Dinner 1 time
Accommodation: Toyoko Inn Tsubame-Sanjo Ekimae or equivalent class.
Room type: Western-style room (single) [with bathroom and toilet]
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Hotel Route Inn Tsubame-Sanjo Ekimae
APA Hotel Niigata Tsubame-Sanjo Ekimae
*We cannot accommodate requests for specific accommodations.
Minimum number of participants: 1
Tour guide: 1
Guide: 0 (Guidance will be in Japanese) *A licensed tour guide will not accompany the tour.
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc
Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 1693
Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member
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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
2nd Floor, WESTALL Yotsuya Building, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004, Japan
Registered Travel Agency No. 2045, Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
A minimum of 1 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 21 day(s) before the departure date
Please leave the seating arrangements for transportation (bus, airplane, train, etc.) and accommodation room assignments to us. We kindly ask that you refrain from reclining your bus seat.
Even when booking for two or more people, train seats may not be adjacent or may be separated. Please be aware of this in advance.
On the first day of the trip, please have lunch on your own before gathering.
Travel times may vary depending on road conditions. Furthermore, due to unexpected traffic congestion or overcrowding at tourist spots, we may be forced to omit some sightseeing locations, shorten sightseeing times, or delay arrivals or departures from accommodations.
Since the fireworks display is scheduled to end at 22:20, we plan to arrive at the accommodation around 24:00.
The Katakai Fireworks Festival, also known as the Katakai Matsuri Hōno Daikakuenka, is traditionally held annually over two days, typically on September 9th and 10th. This grand festival features a variety of firework displays each evening, culminating in spectacular finales with large-scale shells.
The Katakai Fireworks Festival is renowned for being one of Echigo's three great fireworks festivals. A major highlight is the dedication of massive fireworks, including the impressive Four-Shaku shell, which is one of the largest single fireworks shells launched in the world. The festival's unique traditional atmosphere and the sheer scale of its pyrotechnic displays make it a truly special event.
Yes, the Four-Shaku shell launched at the Katakai Fireworks Festival is widely recognized as one of the world's largest single fireworks shells. It measures approximately 120 cm (about 47 inches) in diameter and weighs around 420 kg (about 926 lbs), creating an explosion that can reach over 800 meters (about 2,600 feet) in diameter.
The Katakai Fireworks Festival is located in Ojiya City, within Niigata Prefecture, Japan. Niigata is situated on the west coast of Honshu and is known for its beautiful natural landscapes, particularly its rice fields, and a rich cultural heritage.
For the most spectacular experience at the Katakai Fireworks Festival, the evening hours are generally considered the best time to view the fireworks. The festival features continuous displays throughout the evening on both days, with grand finales presenting the largest and most impressive shells, including the famous Four-Shaku shell.
From the 'Masu-seki' box seats, visitors can enjoy a comfortable and unobstructed view of the Katakai Fireworks Festival. These special reserved seats allow for a relaxed experience, ensuring you can fully immerse yourself in the grand displays and watch the entire festival program at ease until its conclusion, without needing to jostle for a spot.
During the tour, visitors will have the opportunity to visit Yahiko Shrine, which is historically recognized as Echigo Ichi-no-miya (the chief shrine of the ancient Echigo Province). You can experience the serene atmosphere of this important Shinto shrine, explore its beautiful grounds, and observe traditional Japanese spiritual practices within a picturesque setting.
The tour includes convenient round-trip transportation by Shinkansen (bullet train) between Tokyo and Echigo Yuzawa. This ensures a comfortable and efficient journey, allowing participants to reach the vicinity of the Katakai Fireworks Festival directly and with ease, minimizing travel time and maximizing enjoyment.