Omagari Fireworks Festival Reserved Seats, Bus Option from Sendai
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About the Activity
Experience Japan’s top fireworks competition — the Omagari Fireworks Festival — from your reserved seat! This special event happens once a year and features the best fireworks artists from across Japan. They compete for the top prize, the Prime Minister’s Award. This tour offers two options: a reserved seat-only plan, or a plan that includes round-trip bus transportation from Sendai Station. Enjoy amazing fireworks set to music, lighting up the summer night sky. This is more than just a show — it’s a contest of beauty and skill. Join us for a night full of lights, sounds, and unforgettable memories! The festival takes place every year on the last Saturday of August and attracts more than 700,000 visitors. It features two parts: - Daytime fireworks, known for colorful smoke effects and artistic shapes. - Nighttime fireworks, showcasing traditional shell fireworks, synchronized music displays, and breathtaking starmine performances.6 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Fees for spectator seats at fireworks shows.
English speaking staff assistance
Round-trip bus from/to Sendai Station for the bus plan
Cost for personal use
Food and drink : Meals. Meals
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- Maximum 30 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Omagari Fireworks
The Riverside of Omono River, Daisen, JapanGreat Fireworks of Omagari is a fireworks festival that boasts Japan's highest level of tradition and skills. It is one of the three biggest fireworks festivals in Japan, where top-class pyrotechnists from all over the country compete to aim for the top spot in Japan's highest-level fireworks competition. The fireworks, produced with all their might, are breathtakingly beautiful, leaving spectators in awe.
* It takes about 6 hours of transportation from Sendai to Firework Avenue4 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Sightseeing bus stop, East exit of Sendai StationView Location
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West exit of Omagari Station, Police station sideView Location
End point
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Sightseeing bus stop, East exit of Sendai StationView Location
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The seat-only plan ends at the festival venueView Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For the round-trip bus option, you’ll arrive back Sendai Station around 4 am before the first public transport services begin, so please arrange your onward travel yourself.
- Due to traffic restrictions after the fireworks, the bus waiting time can be long, and departure from the venue may be as late as midnight.
- From the meeting point or the parking area to the viewing seats, you’ll need to walk 30–90 minutes due to traffic restrictions—please wear comfortable shoes.
- The daytime fireworks competition may not be visible depending on transportation and road conditions. In the case of rain, the event will be held as a general rule, and the tour will proceed. If the event is cancelled or postponed due to severe weather or other reasons, the tour will still proceed as the decision will be made on the day. Please note that we cannot offer refunds for seating fees in such cases, so please understand in advance.
- Wet wipes or pocket tissues: It would be very convenient if you bring them with you for meals, restroom breaks, etc. Please bring them with you
- Raincoat and rain boots (required!): Please refrain from using an umbrella as it may inconvenience other customers. In case of rain, please wear shoes that you don't mind getting dirty or bring rain boots as some areas may be muddy
- Flashlight: This is a large park without any buildings nearby. Although floodlights are installed, it would be very useful to have a light to illuminate your path, so please bring a flashlight or similar device and use it when moving around.
- Please note that tripods are not allowed, so please understand in advance.
- Children under elementary school age may enter without a ticket only if they do not occupy a seat. If a seat is needed, please purchase a ticket.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets can be redeemed at thE starting pointCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by H.I.S.Co., Ltd.Created on 21 May 2023Created on 13 Jun 2025
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