Hokuriku Region : Summer Sightseeing

Mizushima Island

A maritime paradise created by crystal-clear water and a long stretch of white sand.

Fukui / Nature Spots

Midagahara Hotel

Located at an elevation of 1,930 meters, this highland hotel is nestled amidst the great outdoors.

Toyama / Hotels

Tateyama Ropeway

The longest single-span ropeway in Japan, connecting Kurobedaira and Daikanbo.

Toyama / Ropeway

Tateyama Cable Car

This cable car connects Tateyama Station and Bijodaira Station on the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route.

Toyama / Trains & Subway

Tateyama Highland Bus

This route bus connects Bijodaira and Murodo on the mountainous sightseeing route "Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route."

Toyama / Buses

Nagaoka Festival Fireworks Display

A gorgeous "Fireworks of Prayer" that envelops the audience in emotion.

Niigata / Summer festivals & Events

• 6 May 2023

  The Hottest, Best Known Firework Festivals in Japan and How to Enjoy Them: a Complete Firework Festival Guide

  A summer visit to Japan isn’t complete without the addition of a fireworks festival. In this guide we’ll cover not only the Top Three Firework Festivals in Japan, but a few other popular fireworks held across the country, as well. There are also some pro tips and important reminders to help you enjoy these events to the fullest, so be sure to read to the end!