Atami Marine Fireworks Festival 2025

• Event date:
  February 21, 2025 at 4:12 am
• Event end:
  December 7, 2025 at 4:13 am

The Atami Marine Fireworks Festival is a historic fireworks festival that began in 1952. It is a famous Atami event that is held more than 10 times throughout the year, not just in the summer.
The Atami Bay, where the fireworks are held, is surrounded by mountains on three sides, so the sound of the fireworks reverberates and creates an acoustic effect like a large stadium. It is a highly praised fireworks venue by fireworks companies.
The fireworks that spread into the night sky, the fireworks reflected on the water, and the beauty of the “Aerial Niagara” that decorates the finale are so beautiful that you will forget to blink.
Please come and experience the spectacular “Atami Marine Fireworks Festival”!

After the fireworks are over, Atami Station will be very crowded. Please cooperate with the following to reduce congestion:

• Please purchase your return ticket in advance (charge your IC card).
• If you are returning to Ito or Shimoda, please board the train at JR Kinomiya Station.

Date and Time

• An additional event will be held on May 31, 2025 (Announced February 17, 2025)
• An additional event will be held on March 23, 2025 (Announced April 6, 2024)

[2025 Atami Marine Fireworks Festival Dates]
(Announced on October 29, 2024)
Spring:

• February 21 (Fri)
• March 23 (Sun)
• April 20 (Sun)
• April 28 (Mon)
• May 31 (Sat)

Summer:

• July 25 (Fri)
• August 5 (Tue)
• August 8 (Fri)
• August 18 (Mon)
• August 25 (Mon)

Autumn:

• September 15 (Monday holiday)
• October 13 (Monday holiday)
• November 3 (Monday holiday)

Winter:

• December 7 (Sun)

Time: 20:20–20:40 (20:15–20:40 in July and August)
Venue: Atami Bay (Rain or shine)
Note: The above dates and times are tentative and subject to change depending on circumstances.
Traffic regulations: Implemented only in July and August

History of the Festival
The Atami Marine Fireworks Festival began in 1952 as a celebration of the city’s post-disaster recovery. In 1949, the “Kitty Typhoon” caused major damage, followed by fires in 1950.
The community worked hard to rebuild, and the fireworks display was launched to show appreciation for those efforts. It has since become a year-round tradition and is now held multiple times annually.

The venue is highly praised for its natural acoustics due to the surrounding mountains, amplifying the sound of the fireworks. The two main highlights are:

• “Niagara in the Sky” finale: A brilliant display where silver fireworks fill the sky.
• Acoustic reverberation: Thanks to the surrounding terrain, the sounds reach viewers’ bodies, offering a full sensory experience.

Viewing Areas
Recommended viewing areas include the coastline from Sun Beach to Atami Port.

• Travel time: About 15 minutes from Atami Station to Sun Beach, about 20 minutes to Waterside Park Section 1
• Sun Beach is recommended for a full view of the venue
• Broadcast available at Shinsui Park, Sun Beach, and on FM Atami Yugawara (79.6 MHz)

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Transportation and Crowd Control

• Use public transportation (JR). Parking is limited and may be hard to exit after the event.
• Illegal or nuisance parking is prohibited and will be reported.
• Atami Port Sea Fishing Facility closes from noon on fireworks day
• Pedestrian restrictions may be implemented around Atami Station during high congestion
• Return travelers to Ito or Shimoda are encouraged to use JR Kinomiya Station
• Download the Atami Station Returning Persons Guide Map for navigation support

Seating and Accessibility

• No paid seating in 2025 (Updated April 10, 2025)
• Guest-only seating available for those staying at hotels affiliated with the Atami Onsen Hotel and Ryokan Association
  • Entry requires a picnic sheet from the hotel
  • Open from 19:00
  • Locations: Nagisamachi area, Waterfront Park (2nd & 3rd construction areas)
  • Inquiries: Atami Onsen Hotel and Inn Association (0557-81-5141)
• Wheelchair viewing space available during July and August fireworks
  • Location: Water Park First Section (near Sun Beach, in front of Jonathan’s)
  • These areas will be very crowded, so plan accordingly

Food and Drink Stalls
“Let’s have fun with fireworks in Atami! Beer Garden!!”

• Event Days: April to December fireworks days
• Location: Waterside Park Event Square (Second Construction Area)
• Hours: 15:00–21:00
• Inquiries: Atami Food and Drink Association (0557-81-2059)
• Additional 15 stalls expected around Waterside Park First Construction Area

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