
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
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.
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.