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Top/Koshinetsu/Motosuko Shinkosai Festival
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Motosuko Shinkosai Festival

Yamanashi Prefecture 8/3/2026 (Mon)1,000 shells
This festival ended on 8/3/2026 (Mon).See fireworks festivals in Yamanashi Prefecture·See the 8 fireworks calendar
Motosuko Lake Shinko Festival - The Motosuko lakeside overlooking Mount Fuji is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the roar of launched fireworks echoes pleasantly
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Motosuko Lake Shinko Festival - The Motosuko lakeside overlooking Mount Fuji is surrounded by mountains on three sides, and the roar of launched fireworks echoes pleasantly

Fireworks count1,000 shells
Expected crowd3000 people
Time19:30~20:00
AdmissionFree viewing

Summary

The Motosuko Shinkosai Festival sends 1,000 fireworks over the eastern shore of Lake Motosu in Fujikawaguchiko, Yamanashi, on Monday, August 3, 2026, from 7:30 to 8 p.m. The quiet lakeshore ringed by mountains doubles as the viewing area, letting you pick your own spot while the launch echoes off the ridgelines. About 3,000 visitors are expected; a free 300-space lot sits near the venue.

Overview

One of the Fuji Five Lakes, Motosu keeps a serene surface cradled by mountains on three sides. As night falls, spectators spread along the eastern shore and the festival's stalls add a festive touch to the lakeside. Fireworks run from 7:30 p.m. for 30 minutes — 1,000 shells whose thunder bounces between the ridgelines, a sensation unique to a mountain-ringed basin. From Fujikyu Kawaguchiko Station, take the Motosuko bus for about 50 minutes (2-minute walk from the Motosuko stop), or drive about 30 minutes from Kawaguchiko IC. Free parking for 300 cars is available.

Details

Date8/3 (Mon)
End date8/3 (Mon)
Time19:30~20:00
VenueEast Shore of Lake Motosu
Address山梨県南都留郡富士河口湖町
Crowd levelMedium ★★☆☆☆
Paid seatsNo
Food stallsYes
ParkingYes(Available: 300 free spaces)
Organizer0555-75-0043 Motosuko Tourism Association
Last verified10/2/2026 (Fri)

FAQ

Access

🚃 By Train

Approx. 50 min by bus from Fujikyu Kawaguchiko Station bound for Motosuko, 2 min walk from Motosuko stop

🚗 By Car

Approx. 30 min from Chuo Expressway Kawaguchiko IC

Info for International Visitors

Best arrival time

Be on the lakeshore 30–45 minutes before the start. Viewing is free-form along the shore, but people gather early, so settle on a spot soon. The venue sits about 30 minutes by car from Kawaguchiko IC, with a free 300-space lot nearby. Some parts of the shore are uneven — comfortable shoes help.

Best viewing spots

The whole lakeshore doubles as viewing space — pick any spot you like. The east shore, in direct line of sight of the launch site, is the main viewing area.

With kids

Parts of the shore sit close to the water — keep an eye on the kids. The launch thunder bounces off the surrounding mountains, so ear protection is a good idea. Lakeside stalls add a summer-festival touch.

Photography tips

With little ambient light, long exposures on a tripod shine here. Compositions that fold in the mountain silhouettes and the lake surface make the most distinctive Motosu shots.

Payment

Viewing is free with no paid seats. Lakeside stalls generally take cash — carry plenty of coins. Parking: 300 spaces, free.

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Venue Location

35.5016, 138.714

Coordinates are accurate to the city level and may differ slightly from the exact venue.

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