Near Tokyo! 6 Summer Festivals with Fireworks by the Ocean

Today we feature some special firework displays from Kanagawa Prefecture and Chiba Prefecture, carefully chosen from the many firework festivals in the Tokyo area.

All of these festivals are held by the beach, so you can enjoy the sight of fireworks flickering on the surface of the ocean!

Top 6 Firework Displays by the Ocean in 2024

1. Kamakura Fireworks Festival (July 17)
2. Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival (July 13)
3. Hayama Coast Fireworks Festival (July 30)
4. Tateyama Bay Fireworks Festival (August 8)
5. Asahi-Shi Iioka You-Yu Festival 2024 (October 8)
6. Hama Matsuri (July 27)

1. Kamakura Fireworks Festival in Kanagawa

The Kamakura Fireworks Festival is held on the Kamakura coastline.

Don't miss the underwater fireworks that are set off in the ocean from a moving pyrotechnics boat and then projected into the night sky. The sound of the waves and fireworks resonate together, giving onlookers a unique fireworks experience.

KAMAKURA FIREWORKS FESTIVAL

Date: July 17, 2024 (Wednesday)
Time: 19:20 - 20:10
Venues: Kanagawa, Kamakura: Kamakura Beach, Yuigahama Beach, Zaimokuza Beach

Viewing Locations: Kanagawa, Kamakura: Kamakura Beach, Yuigahama Beach, Zaimokuza Beach
Nearest Stations: Kamakura Station (JR Yokosuka Line), Yuigahama Station (Enoshima Railway), Wadazuka Station
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Kamakura Station to Yuigahama Beach, five minutes on foot from Yuigahama Station or Wadazuka Station to Zaimokuza Beach
Official Homepage: Kamakura City Tourist Association (Japanese)

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2. Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival in Kanagawa Prefecture

At one time Japan restricted trade and commerce with other countries. But this policy ended and Japan began trading with the rest of the world with the arrival of the Perry Expedition (1853). US Navy Commander Perry and his warships landed at Kurihama Beach in Kanagawa Prefecture's Yokosuka City.

A festival to commemorate this historical event will be held on July 13 from 10:00 to 20:00, closed off by an evening fireworks display. The festival is filled with many activities including a bazaar run mostly by residents and local groups to honor the opening of Japan to the world, as well as a parade.

KURIHAMA PERRY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL

Date: July 13, 2024 (Saturday)
Time: 19:30 - 20:00
Venues: Kanagawa, Yokosuka, Kurihama: Perry Park, Kurihama Beach, and the former Nichiro Wharves

Nearest Stations: Kurihama Station (JR Yokosuka Line), Keikyu Kurihama Station (Keikyu Line)
Access: 15 minutes on foot from Kurihama Station and Keikyu Kurihama Station
Official Homepage: Kurihama Tourism Association (Japanese)

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3. Hayama Coast Fireworks Festival in Kanagawa Prefecture

About 1,000 fireworks will be set off at Kanagawa Prefecture's Morito Beach (Miura District, Hayama Town) during the Hayama Coast Fireworks Festival.

Event visitors will be treated to a fireworks display featuring Mt. Fuji standing in the background, bathed in the sunset glow. Also, onlookers will definitely feel the impact of the collaboration between the underwater fireworks and those sent high into the night sky.

The highlight of this festival is being able to lie down in comfort and watch the fireworks amidst a romantic atmosphere.

HAYAMA COAST FIREWORKS FESTIVAL

Date: July 30, 2024 (Tuesday)
Time: 19:15 - 19:45
Venues: Kanagawa, Miura, Hayama: Morito Beach and Isshiki Coast Breakwater

Nearest Stations: Zushi Station (JR Yokosuka Line), Zushi-Hayama Station (Keikyu Zushi Line)
Access: (Train and bus) Get on a bus headed for Hayama (Zushi 12) or Hayama Welfare and Culture Center (Zushi 11) at bus stop #3 (Zushi Station) or bus stop #2 (Keikyu Zushi-Hayama Station). Get off the bus when you reach Morito Kaigan bus stop.

Official Homepage: Hayama Town Tourist Association (Japanese)

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4. Tateyama Bay Fireworks Festival in Chiba Prefecture

The Tateyama Bay Fireworks Festival is held in Chiba Prefecture's Tateyama City. Among those featured in today's article, this is the only fireworks festival that's held in August. This is perfect for those who missed out on the July fireworks!

Visitors can experience a unique kind of fireworks display in a naturally-occurring acoustic environment, created by the small mountains surrounding Tateyama.

TATEYAMA BAY FIREWORKS FESTIVAL

Date: August 8, 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 19:30 - 20:30
Venue: Chiba, Tateyama, Hojo Beach area

Nearest Station: Tateyama Station (JR Uchibo Line)
Access: About 10 minutes on foot from Tateyama Station

Official Homepage: Tateyama Bay Fireworks Festival (Japanese)

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5. Asahi-Shi Iioka You-Yu Festival 2024 in Chiba

Iioka Beach is located at the eastern end of Chiba Prefecture's Kujukuri Coast.

The Asahi-Shi Iioka You-Yu Festival is held here for two days starting from July 30. There are many events including stage shows, a local performing arts competition, and a volleyball tournament.

The fireworks display is held on the festival's opening day. There are many ways to enjoy the evening fireworks including a collaboration between the fireworks seen from Cape Gyobu and Kujukuri's night view, as well as watching the fireworks as you go for a drive alongside Kujukurihama Beach.

ASAHI-SHI IIOKA YOU-YU FESTIVAL

Date: October 5, 2024 (Saturday)
Time: Starts from 18:15
Venue: Chiba, Asahi, Sankawa: Iioka Beach

Nearest Station: Asahi Station (JR Sobu Main Line)
Access: (Train) At Tokyo Station take the Limited Express Shiosai to Asahi Station (JR Sobu Main Line) for a 90-minute train ride. At Asahi Station hop on board a Chibakotsu bus headed for Choshi City and disembark at Shokusai no Shuku Iioka Iriguchi bus stop. Then walk for about three minutes.
(Car) Via Chiba Prefecture's Togane Road: From the Higashi-Kanto Expressway take the Chiba-Togane Road until you reach the Yokoshibahikari IC. From Yokoshibahikari IC it's about 40 minutes by car.
Via Toso Expressway: From the Higashi-Kanto Expressway Taiei IC take the Toso Toll Road until you reach the Yokoshibahikari IC. From the Yokoshibahikari IC it's about 40 minutes

Official Homepage: Asahi-Shi Iioka You-Yu Festival (Japanese)

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6. Hama Matsuri in Chiba Prefecture

The Hama Matsuri is held in Oamishirasato City. Many events are staged including a local traditional performing art known as Bosama Dance. The festival's grand finale is the fireworks display.

The pyrotechnic display also includes something called a "fireworks message." These messages are apparently solicited from the general public every year. So by all means, why not send your personal message into the evening sky?

HAMA MATSURI

Date: July 27, 2024 (Saturday), *Backup date is August 11
Time: 19:30 - 20:30
Venue: Chiba, Oamishirasato, Shirasato Chuo Beach

Nearest Station: Konan Station (JR Kusatsu Line)
Access: (Train) At Oami Station (JR Sotobo Line) hop on a Kominato Tetsudo Bus headed for either Sunrise Kujukuri or Shirakoshako. After about 30 minutes you'll arrive at Shirasato Kaigan bus stop. Get off and walk for five minutes. *On the day of the event a complimentary bus is in service. (Car) About five minutes from the Togane Kujukuri Toll Road-Kujukuri IC via Prefectural Route 30.
Free parking nearby with about 600 spaces. In addition please use the parking lots at City Hall (Hotokejima Gravel Parking Lot), Oamishirasato Arena, JA Shirasato Branch Office, or the Rural Environment Improvement Center, and then use the special complimentary bus. Telephone: 0475-70-0356

Official Homepage: Oamishirasato City Summer Festival Executive Committee

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Enjoy Fireworks Near Tokyo!

How about experiencing the kind of summer where you listen to the sound of waves as you watch fireworks exploding high in the sky?