Scenes from the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival Scenes from the Nagaoka Fireworks Festival
Nagaoka Festival Fireworks Festival August 2 (Sun) & 3 (Mon), 2026 Nagaoka Festival Fireworks Festival August 2 (Sun) & 3 (Mon), 2026
First Round Lottery Sale Application [Lottery]
1.Application Period
May 25 (Mon) 12:00 PM - June 8 (Mon) 5:00 PM
2.How to Apply
No Rakuten ID is required for application.
3.Application Limit
One application per day.
*You can apply for your first choice for both August 2nd and 3rd.
*Cancellations are not possible after the lottery application period ends.
4.ApplicationCompletion Notification
Immediately after completing your application, you will receive an "Application Confirmation Email."
5.Payment
Payment will be processed simultaneously with the lottery results notification on June 17 (Wed).
About Temporary Credit Card Authorization During the Ticket Lottery
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6.Lottery Results
The results will be sent out by email starting June 17th (Wed). You can also check here: https://wp.tstar.jp/lots/review
7. Ticket Collection
Tickets will be handed over on the day of the event around Nagaoka Station. Please check your winning email for collection details.
8. Inquiries
We will send a separate email regarding event details.
Seating Information
Area Map

★The venue is located on the riverbank. Please be aware that there are areas with dirt and gravel.

③Bench Seat

③Bench Seat

Reserved seat

Seating with wooden planks installed on the embankment slope

Capacity: 1 people Maximum number of applicants: 6

General Admission: 1 seat 15,000 yen

④ Seated Area (Venue A)

④ Seated Area (Venue A)

Reserved seat

Seating with folding chairs set up on the riverbank. Accessible to wheelchair users.

Capacity: 1 people Maximum number of applicants: 5

General Admission: 1 seat 15,000 yen

Important Notes
  • This site is exclusively for applicants residing outside Japan. Domestic residents cannot apply. We appreciate your understanding.
  • This ticket is not eligible for resale.
  • Tickets purchased from any site other than this one will not be honored for any reason.
  • Please note that changes or cancellations are not accepted after the winning confirmation.
  • Resale of tickets for profit is prohibited.
  • Transferring tickets for a fee without the organizer's consent is prohibited. Furthermore, admission will not be granted with illegally resold tickets.
  • Illegal resale of tickets may be punishable by law.
  • Tickets are required for ages 6 and above. (Preschool children may watch while sitting on a guardian's lap, etc. However, if a seat is required for a child under 6, please purchase a ticket.) Please follow the instructions of security personnel and staff on the day of the event.
  • Rakuten points will not be awarded for this event.
  • Baggage Policy
    For security reasons, coin lockers around Nagaoka Station will not be available on these two days. The fireworks venue will be extremely crowded, so it is recommended to minimize your luggage or leave it at your accommodation.While you can bring baggage into the fireworks venue, space may be limited, so please keep it to the size of a backpack.
  • Travel to the Fireworks Venue
    Smoking is prohibited inside the venue (including electronic cigarettes).Alcohol consumption is permitted, but please drink responsibly.Photography is only allowed from your own seat. Please remain seated at all times during the fireworks display. Camera tripods may only be used at seat height with the consent of those around you.Remote control helicopters, drones, and other small unmanned aircraft are prohibited.The venue will be dark, so it is convenient to have something to illuminate your feet and hands.Please do not leave trash at your seat; dispose of it in designated trash cans.
  • During Fireworks Viewing
    You will be provided with a map to the venue, please make your own way there.If you get lost, please ask the fireworks festival staff for assistance.Please present your ticket upon entering the venue. Please note that admission will not be granted without a ticket.
  • Other Important Notes (Pets, Strollers, Weather, etc.)
    Pets are not allowed inside the venue (excluding service animals).Strollers are allowed but must be folded and stored within the viewing area.The event will proceed in light rain, but may be postponed or canceled in case of severe weather (strong winds, thunderstorms, etc.).Traffic regulations will be in effect around the venue, so please use public transportation.
  • Emergency Contact on the Event Day
    A separate email will be sent to successful applicants.

About Postponement/Cancellation of the Fireworks Festival

The Grand Fireworks Display will proceed in light rain, but may be postponed or canceled if the launch site is flooded or due to strong winds.

In case of Postponement

August 2 (Sun) will be postponed to August 16 (Sun), and August 3 (Mon) to August 17 (Mon), with tickets remaining valid.
*Refunds due to customer convenience for postponement are not possible.

In case of Cancellation

A refund of up to 50% of the ticket price (excluding various fees) will be issued.*No refunds will be issued if the event is canceled midway.