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Fireworks · Chugoku & Shikoku
Matsue Suigosai Lake Fireworks Festival
Matsue, Shimane🎆 To be held on Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1, 2027About 21,000 shells in total over 2 days (2026: 10,000 on day 1, 11,000 on day 2)
Overview
Overview
A lake fireworks festival held over 2 days on Lake Shinji in Matsue, the City of Water. Fireworks launched from 4 barges on the lake are reflected on the wide lake surface. The venue is the lakeshore within walking distance of JR Matsue Station, and the 2027 festival is set for July 31 and August 1.
More than 20,000 shells in total are launched over 2 days from 4 barges on Lake Shinji. A drone show is also held before the fireworks (2026).
- Venue
- Eastern shore of Lake Shinji (launched from 4 barges on Lake Shinji)
- Official website
- https://suigosai.com/
Tickets & tours you can book in advancePR
When
When it’s held
- Typical date
- 2 days, Saturday, August 1 and Sunday, August 2 in 2026 (early August)
- Next date
- To be held on Saturday, July 31 and Sunday, August 1, 2027
- Time
- Drone show from 20:00, lake fireworks from 20:15 (2026 example)
- Number of shells
- About 21,000 shells in total over 2 days (2026: 10,000 on day 1, 11,000 on day 2)
- In bad weather
- May be cancelled due to wind or similar. Check the official website on the day to see whether it goes ahead (according to official information)
Dates and times change every year. Always check the organizer’s official website for the latest information.
☁ Weather in August →Where to Watch
Where to watch
📍 Shirakata area (paid viewing seats)
A lakeshore area with tiered seats, chair seats, lawn seats, panorama pair seats and more
📍 Kohoku and Konan areas (paid viewing seats)
Paid viewing seats on the north and south shores of Lake Shinji
📍 Free viewing areas in parks and elsewhere
Lakeshore parks and other places where you can watch for free. Spot reservation from 18:00 on the day
Paid Seats
Paid viewing seats
Tiered seats, folding chair seats, lawn seats, wheelchair seats and more in the Kohoku, Shirakata and Konan areas. Seats exclusive to JR West tabiwa are also available. Advance and general sales via Lawson Ticket (general sale from June 6 in 2026), and counter sales at the secretariat in Matsue Terrsa. Seat selection not possible, no cancellations after purchase, tickets required for elementary school age and up
Rules
Venue rules
- !Stopping to watch on Shinjiko Ohashi Bridge is prohibited
- !Spot reservation before 18:00 on the day is prohibited. Unattended sheets will be removed
- !Watching from no-entry zones, sidewalks or private property without permission is prohibited
- !No vehicles or bicycles during restricted hours. Temporary paid parking must be purchased in advance
Tips
Good to know
- ✓Parking lots are crowded on the day, so use public transportation
- ✓Lawn seats have no mat, so bring a cushion or sheet
Access
Access
- Nearest station
- Matsue Station (JR San’in Main Line)About 15–25 min on foot depending on the viewing spotJR and Ichibata Electric Railway run extra special trains on the day
Travel Passes
Travel passes for getting there
🚄 JR🏨 Hotels nearby fill up quickly on festival days. Book early.
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Fireworks
Fireworks festivals in Chugoku & Shikoku
🎆 JulyOnomichi Sumiyoshi Fireworks Festival
Chugoku & Shikoku ・ Onomichi, Hiroshima
🎆 Every year on the Saturday around the 27th day of the 6th month of the lunar calendar (July 25 in 2026)
About 13,000 shells (2026, official)Paid seats
🎆 AugustMatsuyama Port Festival Mitsuhama Fireworks
Chugoku & Shikoku ・ Matsuyama, Ehime
🎆 Every year on the first Saturday of August
About 10,000 shells (2026, City of Matsuyama)Paid seats
Typical dates, number of shells, paid seats and venues are based on official information from organizers, municipalities and tourism associations. Events can change or be cancelled, so check the official website before you go.
Last checked: 2026-10-09
