[2025 Kurume Attraction] Travel Guide for Suitengu (Updated Apr)

✨No.4 Tenjin Festival Fireworks (Osaka) The Tenjin Festival lasts for about a month from late June to July 25th every year. When the festival comes to its final day, offering fireworks becomes a symbol of the end of the festival💫. At that time, more than 100 festival boats 🚢 will sail on the Okawa River in Osaka, and about 3,000 fireworks will light up the entire night sky 💡. The dazzling fireworks and the boats on the river complement each other. This is both a festival of fire and a festival of water. There is another highlight of the Tenjin Festival fireworks, which is Japan's unique plum blossom-shaped fireworks "Red Plum" 🌺. Don’t miss the opportunity to admire the beautiful blooming of red plum blossoms in the night sky when you visit the site. ⌚️Time: Sunset to around 21:00 📍Location: Kita-ku, Osaka City / Kawasaki Park, Sakuranomiya Park ✨No.5 Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival (Osaka) Different from the origins of many fireworks festivals, the predecessor of the Naniwa Fireworks Festival originated from a volunteer activity by local citizens in 1989🙋🏻‍♀️. The fireworks on site will rise into the sky accompanied by music, as if they are dancing, which is also a major attraction. ⌚️Time: 19:30-20:30 📍Location: Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City/Shin-Midosuji Yodosuji Bridge, along the Yodogawa River ✨No.6 Katsushika Summer Fireworks Festival (Tokyo) The Katsushika City Tourism Association hosts the Summer Fireworks Festival, which is held in late July every year. It is a fireworks festival with a Tokyo downtown style. Because the 👀 viewing seats are very close to the fireworks launch area, the shocking feeling when watching it live is also unique. About 13,000 fireworks are launched every year👈, it is a fireworks festival in the Tokyo area that you cannot miss! ⌚️Time: 19:20-20:30 📍Address: Shibamata Baseball Stadium, Katsushika-ku, Tokyo, Edogawa Riverbank ✨No.7 Chikugo River Fireworks Festival (Fukuoka) The Chikugo River Fireworks Festival has a long history. In 1650, in order to celebrate the completion of the Suitengu Shrine, local people set off fireworks to celebrate. Since then, at the end of the Water Festival hosted by Suitengu every year, a fireworks display will be held, which has a history of more than 350 years. Today, as the leading fireworks festival in western Japan, there are two special venues for viewing fireworks, namely Kyomachi Venue and Sasayama Venue. Seeing the giant fireworks rising into the sky and reflected on the surface of the Chikugo River in the midsummer night sky is a 📷check-in activity not to be missed in Fukuoka. ⌚️Time: 19:40-20:10

One of the two major fireworks festivals in Fukuoka, the Chikugo River Fireworks Festival The 2022 festival will be the first in three years. Every year, there are two launch sites, and both can be seen from the riverbed! At around 4:30, there are few people reserving spots, so you can choose relatively freely. The number of people increases dramatically from around 6:00. In addition to the riverbed, stalls will be set up at Kurume Station and Suitengu Shrine. 💰Free 🚗Parking: Paid parking available nearby (traffic restrictions apply) 🚇JR/Nishitetsu Kurume Station #Fukuoka #FukuokaTourism #FireworksFestival

Kurume City is located in the southern part of Fukuoka Prefecture on the island of Kyushu, Japan. It is situated in the Chikugo region and is the third largest city in Fukuoka Prefecture, as well as the center of the Kurume metropolitan area. Kurume City has many attractions worth visiting. Here's a related introduction: Historical Sites - Kurume Castle: This is the ancient castle of the Kurume clan from the Edo period. The castle's architectural style is unique and holds high historical and cultural value. Currently, there is a museum inside the castle, displaying historical relics and materials related to Kurume Castle. - Kora Taisha Shrine: Located on the hillside of Mount Kora, this is one of the most important historical shrines in the Kyushu region. The complex is built along the mountain and includes the main hall, worship hall, Kaguraden (sacred dance hall), and more. Stone lanterns and ancient trees line the path leading to the shrine, and the scenery is enchanting when lit up at night. - Suitengu Shrine: This is an important shrine in Kurume City. Every New Year's period, a temple fair is held here, attracting many tourists and local residents to pray for blessings and enjoy themselves. There are also various traditional snack stalls and souvenir shops around the shrine. Natural Landscapes - Chikugo River: This is the largest river in Fukuoka Prefecture and flows through Kurume City. Strolling along the riverbank, you can enjoy the beautiful river views, the natural scenery on both sides, and the surrounding cityscape. It's a great place for a leisurely walk. - Asahiyama Park: The park is shaded by lush trees and has large green areas, flower gardens, and recreational facilities. During the cherry blossom season in spring, it attracts a large number of tourists who come to admire the cherry blossoms and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Culture and Arts - Ishibashi Cultural Center: This is a comprehensive venue integrating culture, art, and entertainment. It often hosts various cultural events such as art exhibitions, concerts, and theatrical performances. It also has a park and leisure area for people to rest and relax. - Kurume City Art Museum: The museum houses a large collection of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and crafts, covering various fields such as Japanese traditional art and modern art. It provides visitors with the opportunity to appreciate artworks and learn about art and culture.