Traditional events (Tamba)

This fireworks festival began after the war in 1947 as a kind of dream for people living in extreme poverty because of Japan's defeat. About 1,000 lanterns are floated on the surface of the river and a gorgeous fireworks display lights up the sky. This festival attracts many people, including people from Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe, and people returning home for the Obon holiday.

Date :

August 14(Spare day: August 18)

Place :

On the riverbed of Oi-River

Geting There :

Take the JR Sagano Line to Yagi Station. It is a 10-minute walk from there.

Information :

Yagi-cho Chamber of Commerce 0771-42-5380