[Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture] Firefly viewing (Kamimachi Firefly Association) 2024 will be held from June 2nd (Sun) to July 3rd (Wed)

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Along the Oshihori River that runs through Kamimachi, Chichibu City, many Genji fireflies fly around Idojiri. The Kamimachi Firefly Association maintains the environment for fireflies to breed throughout the year, and works as local staff during the firefly breeding season. Image ©mayota2

Latest update : 2024.06.08

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What is the Kamimachi Firefly Association?
when?
where?
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What is the Kamimachi Firefly Association?

Many Genji fireflies fly around Idojiri along the Oshihori River that runs through Kamimachi, Chichibu City.
We maintain an environment conducive to the breeding of fireflies throughout the year, and act as local staff during the season when fireflies emerge.

when?

Sunday, June 2, 2024 - Wednesday, July 3, 2024
*Please note that the schedule may change depending on the firefly situation.

where?

3-14 Kamimachi, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, 368-0035

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If you are coming by car, please park in the Chichibu City Library parking lot (until 9pm) or Kinsenji Temple parking lot.

View "Oshihorigawa Waterfront Square" on Google Maps.

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The best time to view the fireworks is between 8pm and 9pm on a hot, humid night after a rain shower. Please follow the instructions below to enjoy the fireworks!

Please note that using a tripod for photography is prohibited. Thank you for your cooperation.
- Please follow the instructions of staff on site.
・It will be very dark at the site. Please watch your step.
・Please view the venue at your own risk.

Please also see the other general etiquette for watching fireflies below.

*Notes regarding firefly viewing

Parents and children should go together to watch fireflies. (Please do not let children watch by themselves.)
Places where fireflies appear are dark, so please bring a flashlight. However, make sure the light is only enough to illuminate your feet.
There is a possibility of encountering snakes and being bitten by insects, so be careful with your clothing and footwear.

*Please refrain from the following actions:

Actions that cause inconvenience to those around you, such as noise and unauthorized parking.
The act of shining strong light, such as from car headlights, flashlights, or camera flashes, directly on fireflies.
The act of catching fireflies or entering the rivers where they live.
Actions that lead to water pollution, such as dumping garbage.

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