Omagari fireworks competition

Name: Omagari fireworks competition
Start: 2026-08-29
End: 2026-08-29
Location: Daisen City

The Omagari Fireworks Competition is an annual pyrotechnic event held in Daisen City, Akita Prefecture, Japan, on the banks of the Omono River. The 98th edition featured 28 firms launching approximately 18,000 fireworks, culminating in a main event with a "hymn to glory" theme.

Date: Aug 29, 2026
Location: Daisen City

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Event summary

Highlights

One of Japan's largest fireworks competitions
Features 28 pyrotechnic firms
Approximately 18,000 fireworks launched
Daytime section with colorful smoke fireworks

The Omagari Fireworks Competition is a significant cultural event that takes place annually in Daisen City, located in northern Japan's Akita Prefecture. This competition, one of the largest of its kind, brings together pyrotechnic firms from across the country to display their expertise.

The 98th edition, held on a Saturday in late August, featured 28 participating firms that collectively launched about 18,000 fireworks. The competition was structured into two distinct categories: a daytime section showcasing colorful smoke fireworks and an evening section dedicated to the artistic beauty of traditional round fireworks and creative displays synchronized to music.

A central highlight of the event was the main performance, themed "hymn to glory." This segment involved the launch of approximately 2,300 fireworks, designed to honor athletes who achieved notable performances in sporting events, including the Winter Olympics and the men's soccer World Cup.

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