Festival Fireworks Summer · Late April to October

Lake Toya Long-Run Fireworks (洞爺湖ロングラン花火大会)

Toyako · Hokkaido · Hokkaido

The Lake Toya Long-Run Fireworks is one of Japan's most extraordinary fireworks events, launching a 20-minute display over the lake every night from late April through to the end of October — over 150 consecutive nights. Shells are fired from a barge on the tranquil caldera lake, with the surrounding volcanic mountains and lakeside onsen hotels providing a breathtaking panorama. Guests staying at the famous lakefront resort hotels can watch from private room balconies or dedicated viewing terraces. The tradition has continued for decades, making it a beloved symbol of Toyako Onsen.

Type
Festival
Category
Fireworks
Season
Summer
Month
Late April to October
Region
Hokkaido
Prefecture
Hokkaido
City
Toyako

Highlights

  • Nightly 20-minute fireworks display for over 150 consecutive evenings
  • Stunning caldera lake and volcanic mountain backdrop
  • Best viewed from lakeside onsen resort hotel balconies
  • Accessible from Sapporo and Hakodate by express bus or car
  • Rare opportunity to combine hot spring bathing with fireworks viewing