OSAKA Fireworks JUL/AUG 2024

We introduce the spectacular fireworks festivals that light up Osaka’s summer nights.

Every year, numerous travelers flock to Osaka to enjoy the dazzling displays that color the night sky. Highly recommended are the “Tenjin Festival Fireworks,” which blend tradition with modern beauty, and the thrilling “Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival.” With rivers and the sea as backdrops, these fireworks represent the quintessential Japanese summer experience, creating unforgettable memories.

In this article, we will explore the charm and enjoyment of Osaka’s fireworks festivals.

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JULY 25 (Thu)

Tenjin Festival Fireworks 2024

Location	Kawasaki Park and Sakuranomiya Park
Date	Thursday, July 25, 2024
Event Time	19:00 – around 21:00
Firework Duration	Approximately 90 minutes
In Case of Bad Weather	Canceled in case of severe weather
Ticket Price for Reserved Seats	Available For pricing details at each venue, please refer to the JTB Tenjin Festival Special Viewing Seat page (https://www.jtb.co.jp/stores/j6638-0/tenjin/index.asp).
Access	2-minute walk south along Sakuranomiya Park from JR Sakuranomiya Station, or 5-minute walk from Keihan Railway and Osaka Metro Temmabashi Station.
Official Website	https://tenjin-matsuri.com/
Social Account	https://www.facebook.com/people/%E5%A4%A7%E9%98%AA%E5%A4%A9%E6%BA%80%E5%AE%AE/100064489278424/?ref=embed_page

The Tenjin Festival held at Osaka Tenmangu Shrine in Osaka City is one of Japan’s three major festivals, boasting a history of over 1000 years. Held annually on July 24th and 25th, it is a festival that energizes Osaka.

The highlight of the festival is the dedication fireworks, attracting 1.3 million visitors. You can enjoy a powerful display of 3000 fireworks right in the heart of Osaka during this festival.

JULY 27 (Sat)

Senshu Dream Fireworks in Sakai Daiuo Night Market

Location	Ohama Park
Date	Saturday, July 27, 2024
Event Time	Gates open at 16:30, fireworks start at 20:20 and end at 20:50
Firework Duration	Approximately 30 minutes
In Case of Bad Weather	Proceeding in light rain, canceled in case of severe weather
Ticket Price for Reserved Seats	Available Staircase Seat A (with cushion): Adults 4,400 yen, Elementary/Middle school students 3,300 yen Staircase Seat B (with cushion mat): Adults 3,300 yen, Elementary/Middle school students 2,200 yen Staircase Seat C: Adults 2,200 yen, Elementary/Middle school students 1,100 yen VIP Sofa Seat (5 seats): 66,000 yen (includes one bottle of champagne) Food Stalls: Available The Sakai Daigyoya Night Market venue will feature numerous stalls selling food and beverages. At the paid viewing area for the fireworks, only drink booths will be available.
Access	10-minute walk from Nankai Electric Railway Sakai Station
Official Website	https://2024sakaishi.senshuhanabi.com/

Osaka’s Ohama Park in Sakai-ku, Sakai City will host a spectacular fireworks display co-organized by the annual “Sakai Daiuo Night Market” and the locally beloved “Senshu Dream Fireworks.”

This event, held at the end of July each year, will feature a dazzling array of performances combining sound and light to create a vibrant finale for the night market. The venue offers exclusively paid seating options, including VIP sofa seats (for up to 5 people) with champagne and hors d’oeuvres, as well as seats with zabutons or cushion mats accompanied by soft drinks, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.

AUGUST 3 (Sat)

36th Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival

**Yodogawa Fireworks Festival Official Website**

Location	36th Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival
Date	Saturday, August 3, 2024
Event Time	19:30 – 20:30
Firework Duration	60 minutes
In Case of Bad Weather	Rain or shine (cancelled in stormy weather)
Ticket Price for Reserved Seats	Available (Official Website)
Access	From Hankyu Railway: 15-minute walk from Juso Station or Minamikata Station From Hanshin Railway: 15-minute walk from Himejima Station From JR: 15-minute walk from Tsukamoto Station or Mitejima Station From Osaka Metro: 15-minute walk from Nishi-Nakajima Minamigata Station
Official Website	https://www.yodohanabi.com/

Originating as a community-driven fireworks festival organized by citizen volunteers, it has transformed into Osaka’s premier summer event.

Renowned for its grand scale and popularity, the 36th edition adopts the theme “From Naniwa’s Skies, Reaching Out to the World!” Experience a dazzling display featuring synchronized large-scale fireworks.

AUGUST 24 (Sat)

Senshu Dream Fireworks in Sennan

Location	Sennan Rinku Park
Date	Saturday, August 24, 2024
Event Time	19:15 – 20:00
Firework Duration	45 minutes
In Case of Bad Weather	If it is determined that the fireworks can be safely launched despite the rain, the event will proceed. In the case of severe weather, the fireworks will be canceled. The postponement date and time will be announced on the official website on the day of the event.
Ticket Price for Reserved Seats	Available All seats are reserved. Advance sales start on Friday, May 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM on Rakuten Tickets. For details, please check the official website.
Access	10-minute walk from Nankai Main Line Tarui Station
Official Website	https://senshuhanabi.com/

The venue, SENNAN LONG PARK (Sennan Rinku Park), has become a popular tourist spot in Osaka in recent years.

Overlooking Kansai International Airport and featuring the stunning Southern Beach, which is listed among Japan’s top 100 sunsets, the park offers a breathtaking panorama as the backdrop for countless beautiful fireworks.

Inside the park, you can enjoy a variety of food trucks offering different cuisines, street performances by buskers, traditional bon odori dancing, and festival stalls, making the wait for the fireworks an enjoyable experience.

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