Kōnosu Fireworks Festival in 2024! Where to Find Food Stalls? What’s on Offer?
The Kōnosu Fireworks Festival, first held in 2002, celebrates its 21st event this year.
With 20,000 fireworks scheduled to be launched, it’s one of the grandest fireworks displays in the area, drawing around 600,000 attendees last year.
Here’s what you need to know about the food stalls and other important details.
When is the Kōnosu Fireworks Festival?
- Kōnosu Fireworks Festival
- Date: October 5th, 2024 (Rain date: October 6th)
- Time: 17:30 – 20:00
Note that the event starts 30 minutes earlier than usual. This year, there’s also a drone show!
Where Are the Food Stalls Located at the Konosu Fireworks Festival?
Food stalls will be set up across three main venues:
- Nukata Venue 1: Reserved seating areas.
- Nukata Venue 2: Bus tour seating and ticketed areas.
- Yoshimi Venue: Free seating and ticketed areas.
Last year, around 200 stalls were present, and a similar number is expected this year.
Popular Food Stalls
With the festival taking place in October, it can get chilly, making warm dishes popular.
Some favorites from last year included:
- Cheese Hot Dogs
- Yakisoba (fried noodles)
- Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki
- Candy Apples
- Motsu-Ni (stewed giblets) – a popular choice for staying warm
- Kōnosu Croquettes and Minced Cutlets
- Baby Castella (mini sponge cakes)
- Wagyu Beef Steak
- Buttered Potatoes
Important Tips about Kōnosu Fireworks Festival
Weather:
October evenings in Saitama can be cold, with temperatures dropping to around 14°C (57°F).
Be sure to bring warm clothing like a cardigan or hoodie, especially if you’re sitting by the river.
Traffic Restrictions:
There will be extensive traffic restrictions around the festival area.
Parking is available at Yoshimi and Nukata Venue 2, but it tends to fill up by 3 PM.
Public transportation is highly recommended.
Shuttle buses will run from JR Kōnosu Station, with the last bus leaving around 2 PM.
The walk from the station to the venue takes about 40 minutes.
Final Thoughts on Kōnosu Fireworks Festival
The Kōnosu Fireworks Festival is expected to be crowded, but with 20,000 fireworks, it promises to be a spectacular event.
Make sure to dress warmly and plan your trip ahead to fully enjoy this grand display against the crisp October night sky.
Basic Information
- Date: October 5th, 2024
- Host: Kōnosu City Chamber of Commerce Youth Division
- Access: JR Takasaki Line, Kōnosu Station.
- Contact: Visit the official website for more information.