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Top/Kyushu/Okinawa/58th Kaimon Summer Festival
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58th Kaimon Summer Festival

Kagoshima Prefecture 8/11/2026 (Tue)Approx. 1100 shells
This festival ended on 8/11/2026 (Tue).See fireworks festivals in Kagoshima Prefecture·See the 8 fireworks calendar
The 58th Kaimon Summer Festival — overwhelmed by the power of the fireworks decorating the finale
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The 58th Kaimon Summer Festival — overwhelmed by the power of the fireworks decorating the finale

Fireworks countApprox. 1100 shells
Expected crowdApprox. 16,000 people
Time20:30~21:00
AdmissionFree viewing

Summary

The 58th Kaimon Summer Festival takes place at Kaimon Sanroku Fureai Park in Ibusuki City, Kagoshima, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. With Mount Kaimon in view, the stage features local dance and hula, and food stalls line the park. The closing fireworks run from 20:30 for 30 minutes, launching about 1,100 shells whose booms echo off the mountain, drawing about 16,000 visitors.

Overview

Held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Kaimon Sanroku Fureai Park (around the recreation plaza) in Ibusuki City, Kagoshima, this summer festival features local dance performances, southern-island hula on stage and rows of food stalls. The closing fireworks run 20:30–21:00 with about 1,100 shells, and the festival draws about 16,000 visitors each year. JR Kaimon Station is a 20-minute walk away, and by car it is about 20 minutes from the Ei IC on the Ibusuki Skyline with about 1,200 free parking spaces. The park at the foot of the mountain feels open and airy, and the chance to watch fireworks spread across the night sky along with the silhouette of Mount Kaimon is what makes this venue special. Carry something to drink during long hours outdoors, and check the Kagoshima Prefecture Tourism Association's event page for the latest information.

Details

Date8/11 (Tue)
End date8/11 (Tue)
Time20:30~21:00
VenueNear Kaimon Sanroku Fureai Park Recreation Plaza
Address鹿児島県指宿市
Crowd levelLarge ★★★☆☆
Paid seatsNo
Food stallsYes
ParkingYes(Available: 1200 cars, free)
Organizer0993-32-5566 Kaimon Summer Festival Executive Committee (inside Kaimon Sanroku Fureai Park)
Last verified10/2/2026 (Fri)

FAQ

Access

🚃 By Train

20 min walk from JR Kaimon Station

🚗 By Car

Approx. 20 min from Ei IC on the Ibusuki Skyline

Info for International Visitors

Best arrival time

Aim to arrive 30–45 minutes before the fireworks start. Since the display follows the stage program, good spots around the plaza begin filling from the early evening. JR Kaimon Station is a 20-minute walk away and there are about 1,200 free parking spaces, but expect traffic on the way out and move with time to spare.

Best viewing spots

From the recreation plaza and its surroundings, you can watch the fireworks with Mount Kaimon in view. The launch site is close by, so the booming of large shells echoing off the mountain is part of the experience.

With kids

The park venue separates the stall and stage areas from the viewing zone, so agreeing on a meeting point helps. Some spots are hard to see underfoot at night, so hold small children's hands when moving around.

Photography tips

Photos with phones and cameras are freely allowed. Framing the silhouette of Mount Kaimon at the bottom makes a shot unique to this venue. When photographing the stage, be considerate of the performers and fellow spectators.

Payment

Viewing is free. Food stalls generally take cash, so bring plenty of small bills and coins. Parking is free (about 1,200 spaces).

Venue Location

31.206, 130.6197

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

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