Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival 2025: Free hidden spots and recommended places
Across the Kanmon Straits
Fukuoka
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Kitakyushu City
Moji and
Yamaguchi
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Shimonoseki City
held on both sides of the
Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival
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In this article,
An overview of the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival schedule and times, and hidden spots for viewing
In addition,
Activities to enjoy near the venue
Introducing
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There are paid seats at the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival,
Recommended places to view for free on both the Mojiko and Shimonoseki sides
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How about enjoying fireworks in a little-known spot with your loved ones?
In the article Prohibited viewing areas, precautions, and traffic regulations I also tell you about Because it may be subject to change For the latest information, please visit the official website. Please check .
table of contents
- 1 Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival: Schedule, Time, Venue
- 2 Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 1: Marine Gate Moji / Mojiko side
- 3 Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 2: Norfolk Square / Mojiko side
- 4 Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free little-known spot 3: Motojigaseki Park/Mojiko side
- 5 Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival Free little-known spot 4: Hikoshima South Park/Shimonoseki side
- 6 Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 5: Hinoyama Park/Shimonoseki side
- 7 Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 6: Ganryujima/Shimonoseki side
- 8 Kanmon Straits Fireworks Display Prohibited Areas & Precautions
- 9 Activities you can enjoy near the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival
- 10 Enjoy the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival!
- 11 Editorial department recommended feature articles
Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival: Schedule, Time, Venue
" 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 The event is beloved by local residents and will celebrate its 41st anniversary in 2025 (Reiwa 7) (the 38th time it has been co-hosted with Moji).
The only joint event in Japan that crosses seas and prefectural borders So that the two cities could show each other their performances, The largest diameter is 450m. or, 40 consecutive shots of 1 shaku balls , Underwater fireworks made possible by skilled craftsmanship , Phoenix in the form of a firebird etc. to launch.
It will be held before the fireworks Straits Drone Show (Shimonoseki side) Street food Also must see is!
| schedule | Wednesday, August 13, 2025 |
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| open time |
Opening Ceremony (Moji side only): 19:40 Strait Drone Show (Shimonoseki side only): 19:45~ Launch party (Shimonoseki side): 20:00-20:50 (scheduled) / (Moji side): 19:50-20:20 (scheduled) |
| 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 | carry out |
| In case of stormy weather | cancel |
| number of fireworks | Approximately 18,000 shots (3,000 shots on the Shimonoseki side, so approximately 18,000 shots on both banks) |
| The number of visitors | Approximately 1.05 million people on the Moji and Shimonoseki sides combined (annual) |
| parking | None (※Private cars are completely prohibited from entering) |
| traffic regulation | can be |
Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 1: Marine Gate Moji / Mojiko side
" Marine Gate Moji "teeth, Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Mojiko side Approximately 500m from the venue is located.
It's not far from the fireworks launch site. You can fully enjoy the power of the fireworks. .
A popular viewing spot for locals However, There aren't as many people here as at the main venue, so you can enjoy the fireworks in a relaxed atmosphere. Yo.
Address: 1-4-1 Nishikaigan, Moji Ward, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 2: Norfolk Square / Mojiko side
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Norfolk Square
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Mekari Park
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The Kanmon Straits right in front of you
And the beauty of the location is also appealing.
The location is about 3km away from the fireworks launch site, so the size and sound of the fireworks are less impressive, but In the park There is also an observation deck with a great view .
The attraction is that you can see not only the fireworks launched from the Mojiko Port side, but also the fireworks launched from the Shimonoseki side. is.
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 Mekari Shrine Next to the first torii gate of Mojigaseki Park ” .
Like Norfolk Square, it's a little far from the fireworks launch site, so you can't see the dynamic fireworks, A hidden spot where you can enjoy the fireworks in a relaxed and calm atmosphere without the crowds. is.
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, Shimonoseki City A park in a residential area of Hikoshima is.
the park is Located on high ground So, Across the Kanmon Bridge A rare spot where you can see fireworks being launched from both sides is .
It's a little far from the fireworks launch site, You can see a special view Yo.
Address: 3-8 Deshimachi-cho, Hikoshima, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 5: Hinoyama Park/Shimonoseki side
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" Hinoyama Park "teeth, A park at the top of Mount Hinoyama, 268m above sea level is.
Overlooking the Kanmon Straits, the Seto Inland Sea, and the Sea of Japan Yamaguchi One of the best scenic spots There is also.
You can enjoy the fireworks on both sides of the river without any obstructions. A place with such beautiful night views that it has been registered as a Japan Night View Heritage Site. So when the fireworks go off, it's even more spectacular. .
Originally it was a secret spot for the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival, Recently, many people visit and it becomes crowded. So, We recommend arriving a little early so you can take the ropeway by around 6pm. is.
Also, on the way home after the fireworks, It takes a little time because it is a long mountain road with one lane on each side. So be careful.
Address: Mimosusogawa Town, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi Prefecture
*The road will be closed in 2025 and will not be available.
Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival Free hidden spot 6: Ganryujima/Shimonoseki side
" 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 " Funajima " he said, The island where Miyamoto Musashi and Sasaki Kojiro fought a duel Also known as is.
On the island, Shimonoseki of Karato Pier and Kitakyushu of Ferry from Mojiko Port (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays only) is out, About 10 minutes You can get there by:
It's not crowded with many people, A spot where you can leisurely enjoy the spectacular fireworks and scenery rising from both banks. .
It's a good idea to check the boat schedule and return trip in advance. is.
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.
Smoking is prohibited except in designated areas. is.
Also, at the Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival, There are sponsored seats (paid seats), Pets are generally not allowed . Filming using small unmanned aerial vehicles such as drones is also prohibited. is.
On the day, both the Mojiko Port side and the Shimonoseki side Traffic restrictions around the venue There is Please refrain from coming by car. public transport Use let's.
As the venue is expected to be crowded, even if you have reserved a paid seat or paid charity area,
If you leave at the last minute, you may not be able to get to your assigned seat.
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Please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
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On the day Please follow the instructions of the staff and observe proper etiquette. Enjoy the fireworks display.
Activities you can enjoy near the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival
lastly, Recommended activities you can enjoy around the fireworks venue (Mojiko side and Shimonoseki side) Introducing I will.
surfing or SUP , Wakeboarding or Windsurfing etc. Marine sports Of course, Manufacturing or Making Japanese sweets You can enjoy a variety of experiences, such as:
Why not enjoy it with friends, partners, or family before the fireworks display to make your day even more unforgettable?
Mojiko side
[Fukuoka/Kitakyushu] Hiraodai Cave Exploration (caving) Mysterious underground lake tour
Hiraodai Quasi-National Park, a popular tourist destination in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture, has discovered around 200 caves to date. Cave exploration (caving) is a tour where you explore unseen caves with a guide that are not open to tourism and have not been touched by human hands. *This is a tour to explore a mysterious underground lake. The pure white marble cave is an exciting space.
We tried to make accessories based on the image of stained glass. 1 Earrings/Earrings/Necklace/Bracelet 1 piece production 3,300 yen You can make a one-of-a-kind color accessory using American glass. After that, we will bake it overnight in an electric furnace to add the sparkle of the gemstones, and then attach the metal fittings to finish it off.
★Because the class size is small, each guest will receive a careful lesson! We can easily keep an eye on each guest and receive a detailed lesson. ★We will film the experience with a GoPro! We will give you a video and a photo! ★We mainly cater to those who have no surfing experience and those who have had 1 to 5 surfing experiences.
[Fukuoka/Kitakyushu] We'll support you until you can stand up! Unlimited time wakeboarding course!
Our course is guaranteed to be comfortable for our customers, so there is no time limit. You can try wakeboarding as many times as you like, so please feel free to join us. Even if you are unable to do it on the day, we guarantee that you will be able to ride, so you can come to our shop as many times as you like without any additional charge.
Marine Club West Blue offers SUP experiences. You can stand on a large surfboard and paddle with an oar, exercising your whole body. When paddling, your line of sight is higher than when surfing or bodyboarding, so you can experience the underwater world like you've never seen before!
JOYPOLIS SPORTS Kitakyushu Innovation Center is a sports entertainment facility with a theme of "sports" where you can enjoy over 30 types of sports, activities, and games. In addition to the popular trampoline, roller skating, and the easy sports such as badminton and table tennis, there are also karaoke, free games,
Shimonoseki side
This is a course that can be enjoyed casually by those who are trying SUP (Stand Up Paddle Boat) for the first time, as well as those who have a little experience. As you move forward while paddling on the sea, it is an eco-sport that allows you to become one with nature. We will select the best conditions for your desired area on the Seto Inland Sea side or the Sea of Japan side, such as Hofu - Ube - Shimonoseki - Yamaguchi - Nagato - Hagi in Yamaguchi Prefecture.
Beginners are welcome to join this SUP tour in the beautiful Sea of Japan in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi Prefecture, the westernmost point of Honshu. The area is Ogushi Beach, a great spot for the beautiful ocean with Atsushi Island in the background and the sun setting on the horizon. For experienced riders, there is also an exploration cruise to the sea cave "Okudani Bat Cave", where long-fingered bats live. All SUP equipment will be provided. Please bring clothes that you don't mind getting wet.
Windsurfing can be enjoyed as a lifelong sport by anyone, regardless of age or gender, from children to seniors over 70 years old. We offer support so that beginners, as well as those who have not done it for a while, can enjoy it with peace of mind. Ride the wind and glide across the ocean.
Sabo Fuumai, which opened in October 2022 under the production of Shokindo, a long-established Japanese confectionery shop founded in 1866, offers a private, elegant Japanese confectionery-making experience, delicious matcha green tea, and original sweets in a stylish, white-themed interior. First, choose your favorite theme from the fresh confectioneries that change with the seasons.
Enjoy the Kanmon Strait Fireworks Festival!
It is rare nationwide, The two cities are collaborating to hold the " Kanmon Straits Fireworks Festival ” .
Fukuoka ・ Kitakyushu City and Yamaguchi ・ Shimonoseki City of A spectacular fireworks display that is a must-see That's right!
This time we introduced Free hidden spots or Points to note , Nearby activities Please feel free to use the following as a reference.
*The content of this article is current as of July 2025.
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