The “Yatsushiro National Fireworks Competition” is the only national fireworks competition in western Japan and is held on the banks of the Kuma River. In addition to competitive fireworks, music fireworks are also planned, with 30 famous pyrotechnicians competing.
Among the three categories of competitive fireworks, the highlights are the No. 5 shells, No. 10 shells, and star mines, and the event concludes with “Light Exchange with Fireworks Artisans.”
This high-level fireworks competition is famous as “Yatsushiro’s Fireworks” and is attracting attention from outside of Kyushu as well.
Fireworks Launch Date
October 15th (planned) *In case of rain: Light rain will proceed, postponement to November 12th in case of stormy weather (planned), cancellation if stormy weather also occurs on the postponed date
Launch Time
6:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Number of Launches
Approximately 14,000 launches
Usual Attendance
Approximately 300,000 people (usual)
Access Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | 2022/10/15 Doors open 1:00 PM – Opening 6:00 PM *Only the parking lot with camping area opens at 10:00 AM *In case of stormy weather, etc., postponement to 11/12 |
| Venue | Kumagawa River Green Space (upstream of Shin-Hagiwara Bridge), Yatsushiro City |