Scheduled
The 47th Yamagata Grand Fireworks Festival
Yamagata 8/14/2026 (Fri)Approx. 8,000 shells (planned)
This festival ended on 8/14/2026 (Fri).See fireworks festivals in Yamagata·See the 8 fireworks calendar
山形大花火大会実行委員会
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The 47th Yamagata Grand Fireworks Festival — Dynamic fireworks dance against the backdrop of the castle
Fireworks countApprox. 8,000 shells (planned)
Expected crowdApprox. 20,000 people
Time19:00～20:30
AdmissionPaid seats
Summary
Yamagata's grand fireworks display returns to Kajo Park in Yamagata City on Friday, August 14, 2026, running 19:00–20:30. With roots going back to 1979, the event marks its 47th edition in 2026 and plans about 8,000 shells. The venue is only a 10-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station, paid grandstand seats are offered, and food stalls add to the downtown summer atmosphere.
Overview
Set in Kajo Park, the Yamagata O-Hanabi has grown into the city's signature summer event. Around 8,000 shells are planned across 90 minutes from 19:00, and because the park adjoins the downtown core, the fireworks are easy to catch even from the commercial streets around the station. The venue is a 10-minute walk from JR Yamagata Station; grandstand seats can be reserved and food stalls line the park. With no parking at the venue, coming by train is the standard plan — drivers coming from the Yamagata-Zao IC (about 20 minutes) should build in extra time. Latest details are posted on the official website.
Details
Date8/14 (Fri)
End date8/14 (Fri)
Time19:00～20:30
VenueKajo Park
Address山形県山形市
Crowd levelLarge ★★★☆☆
Paid seatsYes
Food stallsYes
ParkingNo
OrganizerYamagata Junior Chamber, Fireworks Festival Executive Committee
Last verified10/2/2026 (Fri)