Written by Alexandra Ziminski
There’s no rule that fireworks festivals have to be at the peak of summer, which means we can enjoy them on a crisp autumn evening on the Arakawa Riverbank close to Akabane Station.
What happens?
Around 10,000 fireworks will be shot into the sky to popular music.
The fireworks begin at 6:30 p.m. and around 10,000 bolts burst into the sky before finishing at 7:30 p.m.
Highlights 2025
This year also includes a pre-event in a spacious indoor venue on the Saitama side, where visitors can enjoy traditional cultural experiences and live performances before the main show.
Where can I see the fireworks for free?
There will be two free viewing areas on the Kawaguchi side and the Akabane side. However, the closest area to the launch site will be reserved for paid seats.
Tickets 2025
Prices start at around ¥12,000 per person for regular seats, or ¥25,000 for premium seats.
How to get there
There is a free shuttle bus from Kawaguchi Motogo Station to the venue (Kawaguchi side).
The organizers recommend coming from Kita Akabane Station if you are aiming for the free viewing area, but both paid and free seating can also be accessed by Akabane Station in 20 to 25 minutes (although it is expected to be very crowded).
The fireworks will be set off from Iwabuchi Watergate Baseball Field.
No bicycles or other vehicles are allowed near the area on the day.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.- 0.8 km from Akabane-iwabuchi Station Namboku Line (N19)Saitama Rapid Railway Line (SR19)
- 1.4 km from Akabane Station Keihin-Tōhoku Line (JK38)
- 1.4 km from Kita-akabane Station
