Nagaoka Fireworks 2 DayTour: A Spectacular Summer Experience This tour offers a special bus trip to the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, renowned as one of Japan's top three fireworks displays. You're guaranteed a viewing seat and a confirmed departure, ensuring a hassle-free experience. And Visit Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza for a shopping excursion on the following day. This package is designed to solve the common travel challenges of accommodation, transportation, and tickets, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this incredible summer celebration.
The 2025 Nagaoka Fireworks Festival is scheduled for Saturday, August 2nd and Sunday, August 3rd.
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Room for 2-4 people(Price for per person)
The Highlight
- Summer only! Watch the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, one of Japan's three major fireworks festivals!
- Guaranteed seats for viewing. Immediate confirmation of guaranteed departure. No need to worry about not being able to form a group!
- Solve the three major problems of transport, accommodation and tickets in just two days.
- Visit the Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza for shopping and leisure.
The Experience
Summer only! Take a special bus to the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, known as one of Japan's three major fireworks festivals!
Guaranteed seats and guaranteed departure!
The Nagaoka Fireworks Festival is one of the most famous and spectacular in Japan. Held on the banks of the Shinano River in Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture, it attracts hundreds of thousands of tourists every year. Three-foot-tama fireworks (super-large fireworks with a diameter of about 90 cm) can be launched up to 600 metres high, and this is one of the few places in Japan where this can be done. The explosion diameter is nearly 650 metres, creating a stunning display.
The fireworks officially start at 7.20pm and finish at 9.10pm, with designated seating for groups and cushioned seating in front of the designated seating area in venue B.
The next day, go to the "Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza" and do some shopping! The estimated stay is two hours. Departure times are arranged according to arrival times the day before. Located close to the south exit of JR Karuizawa Station, it is one of the largest resort outlet shopping centres in Japan and has become one of the most popular shopping and leisure destinations in the suburbs of Tokyo! If you don't have enough time, you can leave the group and return by Shinkansen at your own expense.
Solve three major problems in one trip: accommodation, transport and tickets!
◆Fireworks Festival Tour: What to Bring & Important Notes◆
To ensure a comfortable experience at the fireworks festival, we recommend bringing items ①–⑥ below. Please check carefully. Also, please note that it takes about 30–90 minutes on foot from the parking lot to the viewing seats. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.
① Mats: Only blue tarpaulins are available for the spectator group seats. We recommend that you bring your own cushions for extra comfort. (Chair is prohibited.). ② Rain poncho and waterproof shoes: Please prepare a rain poncho in case of sudden rain. A compact, full-body poncho is very convenient for watching the fireworks. The venue can become muddy in wet weather, so waterproof shoes or boots are also recommended. ③ Protection against temperature changes: The venue is outdoors with no roof. Please bring a hat, sunscreen, and drinks to protect yourself from the sun and heat. At night, temperatures can drop to around 20°C, so a light cardigan or jacket is recommended. ④ Flashlight: It can be difficult to see after sunset, so a light source is useful. Some portable toilets may not have lighting. ⑤ Pocket tissues and wet wipes: Some portable toilets may not have toilet paper, so it’s reassuring to bring your own. ⑥ Plastic bag for your shoes: At the viewing area, you may need to remove your shoes and sit on a blue sheet.
Please note: The use of umbrellas is prohibited in the viewing area. When using a camera tripod or selfie stick, please keep it at a height that does not obstruct others’ view (no higher than seated eye level). Standing up to take photos is also not allowed.
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
Itinerary
- 12:00Departure at Mode Gakuen
- The departure time is 12:00 Japan time. Latecomers will not be accepted! Please find the EASYGO tour guide to sign in and arrange to board the bus.
- 17:00Arrive at Nagaoka Fireworks venue
- Nagaoka Fireworks Festival (Enjoy the spectacular fireworks from reserved group seats on the left bank/120 mins)
- Depart for The Shakespeare Hotel
- Include: Breakfast
- Hotel Breakfast
- 13:30Karuizawa Prince Shopping Plaza(Free time /120 mins )
- 18:30Tokyo MODE Academy
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- Minimum number of people：2~
The fireworks officially start at 7.20pm and finish at 9.10pm, with designated seating for groups and cushioned seating in front of the designated seating area in venue B. Due to the large number of people at the end of the event, please take care when returning to the parking lot bus.
We are expected to arrive at the hotel at 2 am. Due to the unpredictable nature of leaving the parking lot and the potential for traffic on the day, an exact time cannot be estimated at present.
- As the arrival time is late, dinner is not included. However, it will be provided the next morning and the time will be rearranged.
- The pictures are for reference only; the main thing is the arrangements on the day!
- Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
- Participants must be aged 6+ to participate in this activity
- Participants must be aged under 70 to take part in this activity
Important Booking Information
- Participants who appear to be under the influence of alcohol may be refused service. No refunds will be given in this case.
- These items are recommend to bring Change of clothes / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Raincoat or poncho / Trail food / Cash / Towel / Flashlight or headlamp / Passport (with 6 months validity) Mobile power bank, mosquito and insect spray, plastic sheeting on the ground, fan
- Child seats are not available
- This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
- Luggage allowance: 1 pieces of standard-sized luggages
- It is not possible for passengers to choose their own spectator seats for the fireworks display. We will inform you on site on the day of the event.
- Depending on your seat, you may not be able to see some of the fireworks at lower launch altitudes.
- Taxis cannot be arranged at the fireworks display. Please take into account that the journey between the seating area and the parking lot may be a long distance.
- The price of this course is subject to increase without notice. (No additional charges will be made.). Early booking is recommended.
- In principle, the fireworks display will be held rain or shine, but may be postponed or cancelled due to inclement weather. If the fireworks display is postponed or cancelled by the day before the tour, the tour will be cancelled and the tour fee will be refunded.
- If the fireworks display is decided to be cancelled or postponed after the tour departs, you will be taken to an alternative sightseeing spot or returned directly to Shinjuku.
- In such cases, we will refund the cost of the seats for the fireworks display, but please note that this will not apply if the cost is used for an alternative plan.
- No refund will be made if the fireworks display is cancelled during the event.
- Fireworks displays may be cancelled or their content changed due to national or local government requirements. Please be aware of this in advance.
- It is not possible for passengers to choose their own seats for the fireworks display. We will inform you on the day of the event.
- Due to vehicle restrictions, a 30-90 minute walk may be required from the parking area to the spectator seats.
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
- The fireworks display will be held rain or shine, so please bring a mackintosh (kappa).
- Restrooms at the fireworks display will be temporary toilets. Toilet paper may not be provided, so please bring pocket tissues etc.
- This course does not include meals. Please prepare your own meals.
- Please make sure to read the notes in the tour points.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 15 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 8 ~ 14 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 7 day(s) of departure, will charge 40%
- Cancel on 1 day(s) before departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel on activities date, Non-refundable (0% refund)
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