Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival 2023 Free little-known spots & recommended places

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival
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Across the Kanmon Straits Fukuoka Kitakyushu City Moji and Yamaguchi Shimonoseki City held on both sides of the Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival ”.
In this article, An overview of the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival schedule and times, and hidden spots for viewing I'd like to introduce_______

There are paid seats at the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival, Recommended places where you can see both the Mojiko side and Shimonoseki side for free there is.
How about enjoying fireworks in a little-known spot with your loved ones?

In the article, we also tell you about prohibited areas and traffic regulations, but they are subject to change, so please check the official website for the latest information. .

Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival: Schedule, Time, Venue

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival

" Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival "teeth, Across the Kanmon Strait Fukuoka of Kitakyushu City , Yamaguchi of Shimonoseki City Fireworks festival held at the same time is.

Kyushu region It is loved mainly by the residents of the city, and will be held for the 39th time in 2023.
Just like two cities show each other performances, Odama Fireworks or music fireworks , underwater fireworks to launch.

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival
schedule Sunday, August 13, 2023
open time 19:50〜20:40
Venue (holding place) (Moji side) Around the west coast of Moji-ku, Kitakyushu/
(Shimonoseki side) In front of Aruka Port Shimonoseki and Kaikyo Yume Tower, Kamon Wharf, Karato Market
In case of rain Light rain
In case of stormy weather cancel
number of fireworks about 15,000 shots
The number of visitors About 1 million people (annual year)
parking none
(*Private cars are strictly prohibited)
traffic regulation can be
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Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 1: Marine Gate Moji / Mojiko side

Fukuoka Marine Gate Moji

" Marine Gate Moji "teeth, About 500 meters from the venue on the Mojiko side of the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival .

It's not too far from the fireworks launch site, so you can fully enjoy the power of the fireworks. .

It's a standard viewing spot for locals, but compared to the main venue, there aren't many people around, so you can relax and enjoy the fireworks.

Marine Gate Moji
Address: 1-4-1 Nishikaigan, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture

Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 2: Norfolk Square / Mojiko side

Fukuoka Norfolk Square

" Norfolk Square "teeth, A square in Mekari Park .
With the Kanmon Strait right in front of you, the beauty of the location is also attractive.

The fireworks are about 3km away from the launch site, so the size and sound of the fireworks are a bit lacking, but there is an observatory in the park, and the view is outstanding.

You can see fireworks not only from the Mojiko side, but also from the Shimonoseki side. .

Norfolk Square
Address: 2-5 Old Moji, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture

Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free little-known spot 3: Motojigaseki Park/Mojiko side

3 minutes walk from Norfolk Square station Located near the first torii gate of Mekari Shrine " Mojigaseki Park ”.

Like Norfolk Square, it's a little far from the fireworks launch site, so you can't see the dynamic fireworks, It is a little-known spot where you can relax and watch fireworks without crowds. .

Motokeseki Park
Address: 2-4 Oaza Moji, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival Free little-known spot 4: Hikoshima South Park/Shimonoseki side

" Hikoshima South Park "teeth, It is a park in a residential area in the Hikoshima district of Shimonoseki city. .

the park is high ground because it is located in This is a valuable spot where you can see the fireworks being launched from both sides of the Kanmon Bridge. .

It's a little far from the fireworks launch site, but you can see a special view.

Hikoshima South Park
Address: 3-8 Deshimachi-cho, Hikoshima, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 5: Hinoyama Park/Shimonoseki side

Yamaguchi Hinoyama Park

" Hinoyama Park "teeth, It is a park at the top of Mt. Hino, 268m above sea level . Facing the Kanmon Straits Yamaguchi One of the best scenic spots There is also.

The night view is so beautiful that it is registered as a night view heritage site in Japan, so the fireworks are even more spectacular. .

Originally, it was a little-known spot for the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival, but recently it has been crowded with many people, so it is recommended to visit a little early.

Hinoyama Park
Address: Mimosusogawa Town, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 6: Ganryujima/Shimonoseki side

Statues of Musashi and Kojiro in Ganryujima, Yamaguchi

" Ganryu Island "teeth, It is a small island with a circumference of about 1.6 km floating in the Kanmon Strait. .

The official name is "Funashima", and it is also famous as the island where Musashi Miyamoto and Kojiro Sasaki fought a duel. On the island Shimonoseki Karato Pier and Kitakyushu There is a ferry from Mojiko (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only), and you can get there in about 10 minutes.

It is a spot where you can relax and enjoy the fireworks and scenery without being crowded with many people. .

Ganryu Island
Address: 648 Funashima, Hikoshima, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Display Prohibited Areas & Precautions

In order to enjoy the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival, it is safe to keep in mind the points to note.
first, No entry to private houses near the venue is. Garbage can be a nuisance to local residents, so please dispose of it in the designated areas or take it home with you.

Also, at the Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival, Sponsorship seats (paid seats) are provided, but in principle pets are not allowed . Filming using small unmanned aerial vehicles such as drones is also prohibited. is.

On the day of the event, there will be traffic restrictions around the venue on both the Mojiko side and Shimonoseki side, so please refrain from coming by car. public transport Let's take advantage of

The venue is expected to be crowded, so even if you have reserved a paid seat or paid charity area, you may not be able to reach your designated seat if you move at the last minute. .
Please make sure to arrive with plenty of time to spare. .

Enjoy the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival!

Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival

This event is held jointly by two cities, which is rare even in Japan. Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival .

Fukuoka Kitakyushu City and Yamaguchi Shimonoseki City The spectacular fireworks display is a must-see!

Please take a look at the free hidden spots and points of caution introduced in this article. .

*The information in this article is current as of July 2023.

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