Matsudo and Kumagaya host major August 2026 fireworks festivals in Japan

The city of Matsudo in Chiba Prefecture will hold the "Matsudo Fireworks Festival 2026" on August 1, 2026. The event will run from 19:15 to 20:20 at the Furukazaki riverbank sports ground and feature an increased display of 12,000 fireworks, including a large 5‑inch shell that rises about 180 m.

Kumagaya in Saitama Prefecture will stage its 74th fireworks festival on August 8, 2026 (postponed to August 9 if weather‑related). The show along the Arakawa Riverbank is expected to launch about 10,000 fireworks and include attractions such as food stalls, a "Star Mine" competition, and a collaborative finale. Both festivals are promoted as important summer attractions for local residents and visitors, with extensive vendor areas and transportation arrangements to manage crowds.