[Guaranteed Departure] Niigata, Japan | Japan's Top 3 Fireworks: Nagaoka Fireworks Festival & Karuizawa & Daruma-ji Temple - 2-Day Tour Staying at Nagano Hot Spring Hotel | Depart from Shinjuku
- Limited-time itinerary! Guaranteed departure with reserved seating in the left-bank chair section or left-bank front group section for the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival!
- Enjoy a dedicated shuttle to the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, one of the three major fireworks festivals in Echigo and Japan. A dreamlike spectacle you must see at least once in your life!
- Upon arrival, you can head to the local festival grounds to enjoy authentic Japanese festival street food!
- Visit the popular Japanese summer resort 'Karuizawa' to experience the cool highland atmosphere and stroll through the relaxing, historic streets of Kyu-Karuizawa!
- Visit 'Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple,' the birthplace of the Japanese Daruma doll. Take photos with cute Daruma dolls of all sizes and experience the charm of these lucky charms!
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Late Departure (After 9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 1 traveler |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Accommodation type | Hotel |
| Seasonal | Summer Festival |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Theme parks, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
- Trip Overview -
・Nagaoka Fireworks Festival
The Nagaoka Fireworks Festival is one of Japan's three major fireworks displays, with a long history dating back to the early 20th century. Since 1951, it has been held annually on August 2nd and 3rd to commemorate those who lost their lives in the Nagaoka air raid on August 1, 1945, and to pray for the city's post-war reconstruction. Held along the banks of the Shinano River, the festival begins with the white 'White Chrysanthemum' fireworks, a tribute to the souls lost in the air raid. The most famous feature of the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival is the massive 'Sanshakudama,' which reaches a diameter of 650 meters when it bursts in the sky—the largest size currently permitted for fireworks! Additionally, the 'Niagara' fireworks, which explode rapidly and densely like a waterfall, create a spectacular, magnificent bridge of light across the night sky, leaving an unforgettable impression. Finally, the 'Phoenix' fireworks, a symbol of reconstruction, are launched simultaneously from six locations, blooming in the sky like a spreading phoenix. The sight is so breathtaking that spectators are left speechless, completely immersed in the magnificent space created by the fireworks!
* Upon arrival near the venue, the tour guide will lead you to your designated seats.
* You are free to explore before the fireworks festival begins, and you may visit the nearby night market area to purchase local delicacies.
* The fireworks festival will be very crowded; please be sure to keep your valuables with you at all times.
* We have arranged table and chair seating in Venue B or front-row group seating for you. Please be aware that the seating location is assigned by our company.
【Important Notes for Attending the Fireworks Festival】
If this is your first time attending a Japanese fireworks festival, please refer to the following suggestions:
* The festival is held in summer, and there is free time before the start; we recommend taking appropriate sun protection measures.
* The festival is held by the river and involves walking on grassy areas; please bring insect repellent.
* Although there are trash cans in the venue, the event is very crowded every year, so please be sure to bring your own trash bags, tissues, and wet wipes.
* The festival continues into the night, and lighting in the venue may be insufficient; please bring a flashlight or other lighting equipment just in case.
* Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are easy to move in on the day of the festival.
* Although plastic mats will be laid out on the ground at the fireworks venue, they may not be very comfortable to sit on; you may bring your own seat cushion if needed.
* Please note that folding chairs, portable chairs, tripods, and similar items are strictly prohibited inside the venue.
* Umbrellas are prohibited inside the venue. We recommend bringing a lightweight raincoat in case of sudden weather changes.
* The venue will be crowded with hundreds of thousands of people on the day of the festival, and it is highly likely that mobile network services will be unavailable. We appreciate your understanding.
* Once everyone has gathered, the bus will depart for the hotel. Arrival time is approximately 0:30-1:30 the next day, though this may be significantly delayed due to road conditions.
・Karuizawa Ginza Street
Karuizawa Ginza Street is the most historic shopping street in the Karuizawa area. In addition to several unique churches such as St. Paul's Catholic Church and the Karuizawa Shaw Memorial Chapel, the street is filled with various shops offering miscellaneous goods and souvenirs, including jams, miso, beer, tea, Western-style sweets, pastries, and breads. It is a must-visit destination!
・Shorinzan Daruma-ji Temple
Daruma-ji is a Zen temple of the Obaku school located in Takasaki City, Gunma Prefecture, situated on the northern slope of the Hanadaka Hills. Its mountain name is Shorinzan. The temple is considered the birthplace of the 'Good Luck Daruma' and is particularly famous for the annual 'Shorinzan Nanakusa Taisai Daruma Market (Takasaki Daruma Market).' Furthermore, this temple served as the setting for the script 'The German at Daruma-ji Temple,' written by Akira Kurosawa during his time as an assistant director.
The three major fireworks displays in Japan, the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, represents the Misakatsudama fireworks
The representative fireworks of the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, one of the three major fireworks festivals in Japan - Phoenix
Tour the streets of Karuizawa, the number one summer resort for Japanese people!
The birthplace of Japan's lucky Daruma! "Shaolinshan Daruma Temple"
Purchase Notice
【Precautions】
Group or individual package tours are subject to the standardized overseas travel contract issued by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications of the Republic of China. By completing your booking, you agree to and accept the terms of the standardized overseas travel contract .
Reminders
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 14 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 20 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
In principle, you must be over 3 years old to register for fireworks display products. Children under 3 years old cannot participate. Please be aware.
The day of the fireworks display will be very crowded, so please allow plenty of time for the event and don't be late.
The fireworks display will be crowded, so please be sure to follow the instructions of the tour guide.
Please note that no refund will be given if you are unable to catch the fireworks display due to road conditions.
The first day's itinerary is to arrive on time for the fireworks display. The stay time at each attraction will be adjusted. Please do not be late.
According to Japanese traffic regulations, bus drivers are required to ensure at least 10 hours of rest time. Therefore, if the arrival time at the hotel is delayed due to local traffic conditions during the fireworks festival, the departure time the next day will be delayed. Please understand.
The room will be allocated according to the number of people in the reservation, so please rest assured that you will not be sharing a room with other guests.
The room type cannot be specified, but the demand is not guaranteed and is subject to the allocation of our company.
Although there are trash cans at the venue, the event is very crowded every year, so please be sure to bring your own trash bags, toilet paper, wet wipes and other cleaning supplies.
Please note that folding chairs, simple chairs, tripods, and other similar items are strictly prohibited from being brought into the venue.
The fireworks display will be packed with people, so please keep your valuables with you at all times.
The fireworks display will continue into the evening, and the lighting inside the venue will be insufficient. Please bring flashlights or other lighting equipment just in case.
Umbrellas are not allowed inside the venue. In case of sudden weather changes, it is recommended to bring a lightweight raincoat.
On the day of the fireworks display, the venue is expected to be packed with hundreds of thousands of people. There is a high chance that network equipment may be unusable. We appreciate your understanding.
If you leave the group midway through the trip, it will be considered a voluntary abandonment, and you will not be entitled to any refund. You will be solely responsible for any personal injury or property damage caused as a result.
During free time, please be mindful of your personal safety and belongings. If you fail to heed this advice and an accident or loss occurs, you will be solely responsible for the consequences.
Due to limited space in the luggage storage boxes, each person is only allowed one large suitcase to bring on board. If you have more than two, please indicate this in the remarks column. Whether you can bring a second suitcase depends on the availability of space on site. If there is no space in the luggage storage boxes on site to accommodate a second suitcase, we regret that we cannot bring a second suitcase. Thank you for your cooperation.
Meals cannot be customized. If you are vegetarian, please indicate this in the remarks section when ordering.
Smoking is prohibited throughout the hotel. If you wish to smoke, please use the designated smoking areas. If the hotel does not have designated smoking areas, smoking is prohibited both inside and outside the hotel. If you smoke in areas other than the designated smoking areas, you will be charged a cleaning fee. If the smoke alarm is triggered, the hotel may call the fire department. The hotel will be responsible for the repair costs and liability. Please be aware of this.
The bus and restaurant seats used during the experience tour may be shared with other members of the tour group, depending on the arrangements made by the tour leader and facilities on the day.
In accordance with Japanese custom, people with tattoos are not allowed to enter hot spring facilities. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Bus seats are subject to on-site allocation and cannot be specified. Thank you for your understanding.
If you have bookings with fellow travelers, please be sure to note their booking numbers in the remarks section 7 days before departure. If multiple tours depart on the same day, and you are assigned to different tours due to not noting your fellow travelers' booking numbers, we regret that we cannot arrange for you to be on the same tour on the same day. Thank you for your understanding.
The booked tour itinerary may be changed or cancelled due to factors such as traffic conditions, congestion, and force majeure. Participants are not entitled to a refund or reduction in fees as a result.
On the return day, due to road conditions and other factors, the time spent at attractions may be adjusted or some attractions may be cancelled. The return arrival time may also be significantly delayed. Please avoid scheduling activities on that evening.
Cancellation Policy
- For cancellations made at least 41 day(s) prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 5% will apply
- For cancellations made 31 to 40 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 10% will apply
- For cancellations made 21 to 30 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 20 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
