Niigata, one of Japan’s leading fireworks capitals

Niigata, Japan’s fireworks kingdom, home to the massive 48-inch shell

Niigata, one of Japan’s premier fireworks regions, is home to the “Three Great Fireworks Festivals of Echigo,” each held in a unique setting — by the sea, river, and mountains. These include the Gion Kashiwazaki Fireworks Festival over the sea, the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival along the river, and the Katakai Festival at Asahara Shrine in the mountains. Each event is renowned for its overwhelming scale and breathtaking beauty, drawing spectators from across the country and beyond.