Suwa, Nagano - Visit on Aug 15 for the Spectacular Suwa Lake Fireworks
The Suwa Lake Fireworks Festival, one of Japan’s largest and most spectacular fireworks displays with over 40,000 fireworks
Maebashi, Gunma - Visit on Aug 10 for the Famous Maebashi Fireworks
Best to visit late Jul or early Aug for the famous Maebashi Festivals
Atami, Shizuoka - Beautiful Coastal Scenery with Relaxing Onsens
Beautiful coastal scenery, relaxing hot springs, and almost firework festivals at every weekend throughout the summer
Nagaoka, Niigata - Visit on Aug 2 or 3 for One of Japan's Top Three Fireworks
Best to visit on Aug 2 and 3 for the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival, one of the three biggest firework festivals
Shizuoka, Shizuoka - Home to Six of the Fifty-three stations of the Tokaido road
Best to visit in mid to late Jul or early Aug for the vibrant summer festivals that celebrate the region's traditions
Kanazawa, Ishikawa - A Historic Town On the Less Visited West Coast of Japan
A great summer destination for its stunning Kenrokuen Garden, historic districts, and vibrant festivals that celebrate the region’s rich cultural heritage
Fukushima, Fukushima - Visit Aug 3, 4 for the Waraji Festival
Better to visit in August for a vibrant summer experience with its scenic landscapes and lively festivals that celebrate the region’s rich culture and traditions
Kiso Valley, Nagano - One of Nagano’s Hidden Gems
Best to visit between Sep 10 to 11 for the Ontake Kōshin Festival, the annual event held in the Kiso Valley, celebrating the sacred Mount Ontake
Minamitsuru, Yamanashi - Visit on Aug 5 for Fireworks in front of Mt. Fuji
Visit on Jul 6 or Aug 5 for the summer fireworks, featuring a dazzling fireworks display that illuminates the night sky and Lake Kawaguchi near the iconic mountain.
