Fireworks in Sapporo, Japan
Summer in Hokkaido comes alive with spectacular fireworks festivals. As a part of our resources for visitors to Hokkaido, we present this guide to the best fireworks events in Sapporo, and across Hokkaido, with updated information to help you plan your visit.
List of Firework Shows in Hokkaido
This Sapporo firework guide is organized by location and by month:
Fireworks in Sapporo City
— Makomanai Fireworks Festival (Mid-July)
— Doshin / UHB Fireworks Festival (Late July)
— Bankei Summer Festival Fireworks (Early August)
— Doshin Mountain Fireworks – Sky Art Night Sapporo (late August)
— Hokkaido Artistic Fireworks (Early September)
Fireworks in Hokkaido
— Abashiri Fireworks Festival (Late July)
— Otaru Ushio Festival Fireworks (Late July)
— Muroran Port Festival Fireworks (Late July)
— Asahikawa Summer Festival Fireworks (Late August to Early July)
— Tomakomai Port Festival Fireworks (Early August)
— Hakodate Port Festival Fireworks (Early August)
— Nemuro Port Festival Fireworks (Early August)
— Kushiro Shimbun Fireworks Festival (Mid-September)
See below for descriptions, dates, and locations for these firework events in Hokkaido.
Sapporo Fireworks Events
In this section we include fireworks shows within Sapporo City. The biggest, most popular Sapporo fireworks event is the Makomanai Festival.
Makomanai Fireworks Festival (真駒内花火大会)
Date: Mid-July
Address: Makomanai Sekisui Heim Stadium, Minami-ku, Sapporo (3-1 Makomanaikoen, 005-0017)
Fee: Advance tickets usually around 5,000 yen
Website: https://www.makomanai-hanabi.com/
Number of Fireworks: Around 22,000 fireworks
One of Hokkaido’s largest fireworks events, featuring around 22,000 fireworks synchronized with music, lighting, and special effects. The venue offers a full festival atmosphere with food stalls and event facilities.
Doshin / UHB Fireworks Festival (豊平花火大会)
Date: Late July
Address: Toyohira River riverbank area (Between Horohira-bashi and Minami-Ohashi / around Toyohiragawa Minami 13-jo)
Fee: Free
Website: https://sapporo-park.or.jp/toyojyouryu/language/en/
Number of Fireworks: Around 4,000 fireworks
A classic urban fireworks display held along the Toyohira River. Around 4,000 fireworks are launched, visible from various riverside and nearby street locations. Ideal for relaxed viewing — bringing a picnic mat or blanket is recommended.
Many people go to nearby Nakajima Park to view the fireworks.
Bankei Summer Festival Fireworks (ばんけい夏まつり大花火大会)
Date: Early August
Address: Sapporo Bankei Ski Resort, Chuo-ku
Fee: (prices and viewing areas vary)
Website: https://www.bankei.co.jp/hanabitaikai2025/
Number of Fireworks: Around 10,000 fireworks
A family-friendly fireworks event set in a forested ski-resort environment. Spacious grounds, food stalls, and a relaxed summer festival atmosphere make it popular with families and groups.
Doshin Mountain Fireworks – Sky Art Night Sapporo (道新 山花火～スカイ アートナイト サッポロ～)
Date: Late August
Address: Sapporo Bankei Ski Resort (Chuo Ward, Sapporo City)
Fee: (prices and viewing areas vary)
Website: https://moula.jp/LP/doshin_yamahanabi/
Number of Fireworks: Around 10,000–12,000 fireworks
An immersive mountain fireworks show combining fireworks, music, and lighting in a natural setting. Offers a more artistic and stylized experience compared to city fireworks.
Hokkaido Artistic Fireworks (北海道芸術花火)
Date: Early September
Address: Moerenuma Park, Higashi-ku, Sapporo
Fee: (prices and viewing areas vary)
Website: https://www.moere.jp/
Number of Fireworks: Around 12,000–14,000 fireworks
A high-end “art fireworks” performance choreographed with music and landscape for an emotional, cinematic experience. Known for its long, continuous show and carefully designed viewing environment.
Fireworks Events Elsewhere in Hokkaido (by month)
Here are some fireworks events that are staged outside of the city of Sapporo.
Kitami Bonchi Festival Fireworks (北見ぼんちまつり 花火大会)
Date: Mid-July
Address: Tokoro River area, Kitami City
Fee: Free
Website: https://kitamikanko.jp/
Number of Fireworks: Around 3,000 fireworks
A traditional regional fireworks event held as part of Kitami’s summer festival. A good option for travelers exploring eastern Hokkaido.
Abashiri Fireworks Festival (網走花火大会)
Abashiri Fireworks Festival (網走花火大会)
Date: Late July
Address: Abashiri waterfront / port area, Abashiri City
Fee: Free
Website: https://abashiri-summerfestiva.jimdofree.com/
Number of Fireworks: Around 7,000 fireworks
A seaside fireworks display set against the Sea of Okhotsk. Popular with both locals and visitors, especially during summer travel season in eastern Hokkaido.
Otaru Ushio Festival Fireworks (おたる潮まつり 花火)
Date: Late July
Address: Otaru Port / waterfront area, Otaru City
Fee: Free
Website: https://otaru.ushiomatsuri.net/
Number of Fireworks: Around 5,000 fireworks
The highlight of Otaru’s famous summer festival, featuring fireworks over the harbor. Visitors can enjoy street food, performances, and a lively port-town atmosphere.
Muroran Port Festival Fireworks (むろらん港まつり 納涼花火大会)
Date: Late July
Address: Muroran Port area, Muroran City
Fee: Free
Website: https://muro-kanko.com/
Number of Fireworks: Around 5,000 fireworks
A relaxed port-side fireworks event popular with locals. The fireworks reflect off the water, creating a calm and atmospheric summer evening experience.
Asahikawa Summer Festival Fireworks (旭川夏まつり 道新納涼花火大会)
Date: Late July to early August
Address: Ishikari River riverbank, Asahikawa City
Fee: Free
Website: https://www.atca.jp/event/asahikawa-natsu/
Number of Fireworks: Around 4,000–5,000 fireworks
One of northern Hokkaido’s largest fireworks festivals, featuring thousands of fireworks launched along the river. Often paired with live performances and food stalls during the summer festival.
Tomakomai Port Festival Fireworks (苫小牧港まつり 花火)
Date: Early August
Address: Tomakomai Port area, Tomakomai City
Fee: Free (public harbor-side viewing)
Website: https://100hanabi.jp/
Number of Fireworks: Around 10,000 fireworks
A port-side fireworks event combined with a traditional summer festival. Fireworks reflect beautifully over the water, making it a popular regional summer attraction.
Hakodate Port Festival Fireworks (函館港まつり 協賛花火大会)
Date: Early August
Address: Hakodate Port area, Hakodate City
Fee: Free
Website: https://www.hakodate-portfes.com/
Number of Fireworks: Around 6,000–7,000 fireworks
One of southern Hokkaido’s largest fireworks displays, marking the start of Hakodate’s famous summer festival. Fireworks light up the historic port area, creating a beautiful contrast with the city’s night scenery.
Nemuro Port Festival Fireworks (ねむろ港まつり 花火大会)
Date: Early August
Address: Nemuro Port area, Nemuro City
Fee: Free
Website: https://www.nemuro-kankou.com/
Number of Fireworks: Around 2,000–3,000 fireworks
A coastal fireworks display held at Japan’s easternmost city. Fireworks over the sea create a unique summer night atmosphere rarely experienced elsewhere in Japan.
Kushiro Shimbun Fireworks Festival (釧新花火大会)
Date: Mid-September
Address: Kushiro City
Fee: (prices and viewing areas vary)
Website: https://www.kushiro-hanabi.jp/
Number of Fireworks: Around 10,000 fireworks
A modern, music-synchronized fireworks event similar in style to Hokkaido Artistic Fireworks. Designed for spectators who enjoy artistic and immersive fireworks performances.
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