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Yoshino River Festival Summer Fireworks Display

Name: Yoshino River Festival Summer Fireworks Display
Start: 2026-08-15
End: 2026-08-15
Location: Yoshino River (Upstream of Okawa Bridge)

吉野川祭り納涼花火大会

Experience a spectacular fusion of music, lasers, and 4,000 fireworks over the Yoshino River!

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Schedule

August 15, 2026 19:30 – August 15, 2026 20:30

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The "Yoshino River Festival Summer Fireworks Display" held in Gojo, Nara, is a beloved local tradition and a major summer event.

Highlights

Music and Laser ShowsFloating Lantern CeremonyFestival Food Stalls

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About Yoshino River Festival Summer Fireworks Display

Experience the Spectacle: The synchronization of music and lasers creates an intense, high-energy atmosphere. It is a must-see live-action light show.
Enjoy the Lanterns: The floating lantern ceremony before the fireworks is a beautiful, traditional Japanese sight, perfect for photography.
Festival Food: With about 100 stalls, you can enjoy a wide variety of local street food and snacks.
Find a Good View: If you want to avoid the densest crowds, consider viewing from nearby areas like Gosho Central Park or the old Gosen Line walking path.

Weather forecast

Tue

9/1

32°/25°

94%

Wed

9/2

31°/25°

97%

Thu

9/3

26°/24°

94%

Fri

9/4

26°/23°

92%

Sat

9/5

27°/23°

61%

Sun

9/6

27°/24°

47%

Mon

9/7

30°/23°

41%

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Tips

Footwear
The riverbank is unpaved and rocky; wear comfortable walking shoes.
Payment
Most food stalls use cash. Please carry plenty of Japanese Yen and coins.
Crowds
Expect heavy crowds around the venue and stations. Plan your return trip with extra time.
Parking
Free parking fills up very early. Using the train (JR Gojo Station) is highly recommended.

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