Held as part of the Otaru Port Festival (Otaru Minato Matsuri) in early August, this fireworks display launches shells from barges anchored in the harbour, creating stunning reflections on the Sea of Japan. The canal district and stone warehouse quays provide a photogenic foreground, making it a favourite with photographers. Food stalls, Bon Odori dancing, and a parade of illuminated floats round out the multi-day celebration.
- Type
- Festival
- Category
- Fireworks
- Season
- Summer
- Month
- Early August
- Region
- Hokkaido
- Prefecture
- Hokkaido
- City
- Otaru
Highlights
- ◆Fireworks reflected in Otaru's famous historic harbour
- ◆Stone canal district as a dramatic backdrop
- ◆Accompanying Bon Odori folk dancing and yatai food stalls
- ◆Easily accessible from Sapporo by JR train in 30 minutes
- ◆Multi-day festival with parades and live music