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Yuzawa winter fireworks

湯沢冬花火

Winter fireworks displays held on ski slopes throughout the season, creating a unique nocturnal atmosphere distinct from traditional summer shows.

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Dates
1 Jan – 21 Mar 2027Not yet confirmed
Opening hours
Mon–Sun20:00
Holidays20:00
Admission
EveryoneFree
Links
Official websiteJapanese
Venue
Yuzawa-machi Tourism Organization490, Yuzawa, Minamiuonuma-Gun Yuzawa-Machi, Niigata 〒 949-6101Echigo-Yuzawa Station 越後湯沢 (Jōetsu Line)Walk 11 minutes

Yuzawa Town unveils themed fireworks displays on each slope during the winter season. These winter fireworks, which add color to the clear night sky, have a unique beauty distinct from summer fireworks. However, the schedule may be altered based on snow and weather conditions.

Total: 11 fireworks displays

  • January 1 (Thu, Holiday) – Nakazato Snow Wood Ski Resort

  • January 1 (Thu, Holiday) – Yuzawa Nakazato Snow Resort

  • January 11 (Sun) – Yuzawa Park Ski Resort

  • January 11 (Sun) – Kandatsu Snow Resort

  • January 24 (Sat) – GALA Yuzawa Ski Resort

  • February 14 (Sat) – Iwappara Ski Resort

  • February 28 (Sat) – Kagura Ski Resort, Mitsumata Station

  • March 7 (Sat) – Yuzawa Kogen Ski Resort

  • March 14 (Sat) – Naeba Ski Resort

  • March 14 (Sat) – Kagura Ski Resort, Tashiro Station

  • March 21 (Sat) – Ipponsugi Snow Park

At Hey Japan!, we strive to keep the events listed on our website as current as possible. However, event organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or modify admission requirements without prior notice. Check official websites before attending any event.

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