About this event
Held on Saturday, December 12, 2026, at the Kinugawa Dike Breach Memorial Special Venue in Joso City, Ibaraki Prefecture, "Joso New Fireworks 2026" is one of Japan's largest winter fireworks displays, launching approximately 10,000 fireworks. Featuring wide launches of shells up to size 10 (shaku-dama), its scale ranks among the largest for winter fireworks in Japan. Young pyrotechnicians selected for their outstanding performances at national fireworks competitions will compete in masterful craftsmanship with creative starmines and size 10 shells. Judging based on spectator votes will also be conducted. During the exhibition and finale fireworks, you can enjoy a breathtaking spectacle filling the entire field of view across a super-wide span of up to 700 meters. Food and beverage stalls as well as a gourmet area will be set up at the venue, making it an ideal outing for the Christmas season. A stage performance by a secret guest is also planned.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Kinugawa Dike "Site of the Breach"
Misakacho, Joso, Ibaraki 300-2506
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