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Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival

The Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival is a summer festival held in Yokosuka, Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, commemorating Commodore Perry’s arrival and the landing of his black ships. The event features a fireworks display as part of the annual Kurihama celebration.

Date
Jul 11, 2026
Location
Yokosuka
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Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival

Event summary

Highlights

  • Fireworks display commemorating Commodore Perry’s arrival
  • Summer celebration in Yokosuka’s Kurihama area
  • Historical-themed festival activities and local bazaar
The Kurihama Perry Fireworks Festival takes place in Yokosuka, Japan, and commemorates Commodore Matthew Perry’s 1853 landing in the Kurihama area. The festival is a summer event with historical connections to the arrival of Perry’s fleet.

The 2026 fireworks are scheduled for Saturday, July 11, with the display running from 7:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The celebration includes a fireworks program over the water and related festival activities such as historical-themed events and a local bazaar.

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