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- Japanese
- English
Witness the brilliance of Japan's Tsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition, a prestigious event held since 1925. This tour includes reserved seating, allowing you to enjoy breathtaking displays from approximately 60 of Japan's top pyrotechnic companies as they showcase their creativity and craftsmanship. Unlike a typical fireworks festival, professional fireworks companies from across the country compete by presenting their finest displays. Categories include Starmine fireworks, known for their rapid and dynamic sequences, and 12-inch shells, which create spectacular large-scale bursts high above the venue. Outstanding performances may be recognized with the prestigious Prime Minister's Award, one of the highest honors in Japan's fireworks industry.
-Attend one of Japan's top fireworks competitions
-Enjoy round-trip transport from Shinjuku for convenience
-Reserved seating options available for the best viewing experience
-Experience a cultural tradition dating back nearly a century
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet inside the Metropolitan Government Large Bus Parking Lot at JR Shinjuku Station West Exit. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled meeting time. The tour conductor will be holding a flag and a placard with the local tour operator's logo.
The bus will stop at a nearby location where it is safe and convenient for passengers to disembark. The expected arrival time is 11:50 PM.
Itinerary
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After meeting your tour conductor, travel to Tsuchiura in Ibaraki Prefecture. You will attend the 95th Tsuchiura All Japan Fireworks Competition, one of Japan's most prestigious and long-running fireworks events. You will watch the event from a paid reserved seating area included with the tour. Depending on the option selected, seating will be either in a General Reserved Seating Area or a Group Reserved Seating Area. The fireworks are scheduled to take place from approximately 17:30 to 20:00, while your stay at the venue is planned from approximately 15:00 to 22:00. The extended schedule allows time for traffic controls, security measures, and the large crowds that gather for this nationally recognized event. Please note that the walk from the parking area to the viewing section may take approximately 15 to 30 minutes. Due to the popularity of the competition, waiting time before the fireworks and traffic congestion after the event should be expected.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. An English-speaking tour conductor will accompany the group and provide key information. Please note that the tour conductor is not a tour guide and will focus on sharing essential information during the tour.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is operated for both Japanese and foreign customers. An English-speaking tour conductor will accompany the group and provide key information. Please note that the tour conductor is not a tour guide and will focus on sharing essential information during the tour.
- General Reserved Seating is located on the riverside viewing area closer to the fireworks launch site. This seating area offers a more immersive experience, allowing guests to enjoy the scale, sound, and atmosphere of the fireworks from a closer vantage point. Depending on the seating assignment, low-level and water-based fireworks may also be easier to view.
- Group Reserved Seating is located on an elevated viewing platform approximately 1.8 meters above ground level behind the General Reserved Seating area. From this elevated position, guests can enjoy a wider view of the entire fireworks display and the surrounding venue. Because of the higher viewing angle, some low-level or water-surface fireworks may be more difficult to see compared with the General Reserved Seating area.
- Fireworks will be viewed from reserved seating. Please note that exact seat locations within each seating category are assigned by the event organizers and cannot be selected in advance.
- Both seating areas are floor seating with a blue tarp laid over a wooden platform. Cushions are not provided, so bringing a seat cushion or floor cushion is recommended for added comfort.
- To help avoid delays caused by congestion on the day of the event, extra time has been built into the itinerary. As a result, there may be waiting time at the fireworks venue.
- Depending on the parking location, there may be a walk of approximately 15–30 minutes from the parking area to the viewing area.
- If the fireworks event is canceled or postponed before the day of departure (including the day before departure), the tour will also be canceled. In such cases, we will contact the lead traveler. Please note that the event organizer's decision may not be made until the day of the event, and in unavoidable circumstances, notification of cancellation may be provided on the morning of departure. If the event is canceled after the tour has departed, the tour may proceed with visits to alternative sightseeing locations instead. No refunds will be provided for cancellations or postponements announced after the tour has departed.
- Some low-level fireworks and special-effect displays may be partially obstructed or not fully visible from your seat.
- Heavy traffic is expected after the fireworks display. Arrival back to Shinjuku is scheduled for approximately 11:50 PM
- Smoking is prohibited in the viewing area. Chairs, tables, and tripods are not permitted.
- Recommended Items to Bring: A hat, light jacket, flashlight, rain poncho (umbrellas are not permitted in the viewing area), wet wipes, and pocket tissues are recommended. Please note that some temporary restrooms may not have handwashing facilities.
- Delays due to transportation issues or non-participation will be subject to cancellation fees. The tour will depart at the time indicated
- Delays, shortenings of the tour or omissions made to the itinerary due to traffic, weather or other circumstances that are beyond the control of the tour operator are not subject to a refund.
- Infants (0-2 years old) are free of charge but no arrangements are made for them.jp
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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