The 53rd Urabandai Fire Mountain Festival

Summary

The 53rd Urabandai Fire Mountain Festival is held in the Urabandai district of Kitashiobara Village, Fukushima, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Born from prayers for the victims of the 1888 Mt. Bandai eruption and in memory of the region's pioneers, it closes with an hour of fireworks rising over Lake Hibara from 19:30 to 20:30, drawing about 6,000 visitors. Free parking for 200 cars sits at Hibara Lake No. 2 Parking and other lakeside lots, about 5 minutes' drive from the Hibara-lake-side exit of the Bandaisan Gold Line.

Overview

The Urabandai Fire Mountain Festival has been carried on with the wish to console the victims of Mt. Bandai's eruption and honor those who opened up this land. Knowing that history gives the light blooming over the lake a weight that goes beyond an ordinary summer event. In 2026 it runs on Tuesday, July 21, closing with one hour of fireworks on Lake Hibara from 19:30 to 20:30. Their glow spreads across the water alongside the peculiar stillness of a mountain lake at night. Stalls line the venue area, so a light lakeside meal before choosing a viewing spot works well. Drivers arrive in about 5 minutes from the Hibara-lake-side exit of the Bandaisan Gold Line, with 200 free spaces at Hibara Lake No. 2 Parking and other lots. For details, contact the organizer, the Urabandai Tourism Association (reception 9:00–17:00), or check the official site.

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