You can experience Japan's top fireworks competition firsthand.
Since you'll be traveling from Sendai Station by tour bus, you can leave your luggage in the trunk and rest assured.
[Travel conditions]
Departure point/Destination: Tokyo/Akita
Duration of trip: 2 days
Travel type: 1 night, 2 days
Transportation used: Minamisanriku Tourism
Meals: Breakfast 1, Lunch 0, Dinner 0
Minimum number of participants: 10 people
Tour guide: 1 person
[Travel planning/execution]
Company Name: T-LIFE Holdings Co., Ltd.
Address: 4F, Hikarigaoka MK Building, 5-11-26 Takamatsu, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Registered Travel Agency No. 197
Affiliated travel industry association: Japan Association of Travel Agents
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KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Registered Travel Agency No. 197 by the Commissioner of the Japan Tourism Agency
Member organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
A minimum of 10 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
It may take 30 to 50 minutes to walk from the parking lot to the viewing area for the fireworks display. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Please take precautions against the heat, such as wearing a hat, and stay hydrated at the fireworks display venue. Cell phone reception may be poor.
Due to traffic congestion on roads near the fireworks display venue, arrival and departure times may change significantly.
Shinkansen seats may not be arranged side-by-side for groups.
Please refrain from using tripods at the Omagari Fireworks Festival venue.
Toilet paper will not be provided at the venues of the National Summer Fireworks Competition, so please bring your own if needed.
The Omagari Fireworks Festival takes place in Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. The event is celebrated along the banks of the Marukogawa River, which flows through the city.
The Omagari Fireworks Festival is an annual summer event, typically held on the fourth Saturday of August. It is a prominent feature of the summer season in the Tohoku region of Japan.
The Omagari Fireworks Festival is one of Japan's most famous and prestigious fireworks displays. It is renowned as a national fireworks competition where top pyrotechnicians from across Japan showcase their skills, presenting elaborate and innovative displays that are judged for their artistic merit.
The tour includes comfortable transportation from Tokyo. Participants travel by Shinkansen (bullet train) from Tokyo Station to Sendai Station, followed by a dedicated tour bus from Sendai Station to the festival venue and other tour destinations. This setup allows for convenient luggage storage on the bus.
For an optimal viewing experience, the tour includes access to reserved seated viewing areas. This allows participants to comfortably sit and enjoy the spectacular fireworks display up close without the hassle of securing a spot.
Yes, the tour provides comprehensive language support. English-speaking tour guides accompany participants from Tokyo Station throughout the journey. Additionally, a multilingual interpretation system is fully equipped to assist non-English speaking customers, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for all.
Beyond the fireworks, the 2-day/1-night tour includes visits to other charming destinations. Participants can relax and enjoy the picturesque Ginzan Onsen hot springs and experience the natural beauty of the Zao Okama Crater, providing a diverse sightseeing experience in the Tohoku region.
'Hanabi' is the Japanese word for fireworks. It literally translates to 'flower fire' (花火). In Japan, hanabi festivals are highly anticipated summer events, deeply rooted in cultural tradition, where communities gather to watch elaborate firework displays, often along rivers or coasts.