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Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks: Japan's Largest Class Fireworks Coloring Suwa Lake

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Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks: Japan's Largest Class Fireworks Coloring Suwa Lake

โ›ฐ๏ธ Nagano|Published May 11, 2026|Updated July 25, 2026
โœ๏ธ Edited by the Tabitabi JAPAN Editorial Team(based on official and primary sources)

Japan's Largest Class Fireworks

Suwa Lake Festival Lake Surface Fireworks is a fireworks event held annually on August 15 at Suwa Lake in Suwa City, Nagano, one of Japan's largest scale with about 40,000 shells launched. Among the nation's top class in both number of shells launched and spectator attendance, widely known as Shinshu's summer tradition.

Beauty of Fireworks Reflected on Suwa Lake

Fireworks launched from the lake surface of Suwa Lake are reflected on the lake, allowing enjoyment at double the beauty. Especially the sight of starmine reflected on the water surface is breathtaking. 360-degree fireworks viewed from viewing areas set around Suwa Lake are overwhelming.

Suwa Taisha and Suwa Summer

Suwa Lake Festival coincides with Suwa Taisha's annual festival (festivals of Suwa Taisha Kamisha and Shimosha held in August), with the charm of Suwa's summer with faith and festivals integrated manifesting at its fullest.

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This article is compiled by the Tabitabi JAPAN editorial team from official and primary sources, including facility and shrine/temple websites, tourism information published by municipalities and tourism associations, and cultural-property records released by national and local governments. Prices, opening hours and event dates may change, so please also check the official information of each facility or local government before you visit.

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