【10% OFF】2-Day Tour from Osaka: Mikuni Fireworks Festival, Shirakawa-go & Takayama

Enjoy the Mikuni Fireworks Festival with approximately 15,000 fireworks from reserved chair seating

Experience the breathtaking Mikuni Fireworks Festival, renowned for showcasing some of the finest underwater fireworks in the Hokuriku area. Marvel as enormous 2-shaku firework shells light up the night sky, accompanied by unique angled star mines, stunning Niagara-style fireworks, and impressive underwater fireworks launched directly into the sea. The blend of traditional sky fireworks and vibrant reflections across the water creates an unforgettable summer event.

• The festival's standout feature is the underwater fireworks, where pyrotechnicians fire fireworks right into the sea from boats.
• Massive 2-shaku fireworks explode high above with a thunderous sound and spectacular blooms stretching over 450 meters wide.
• Be sure to witness the artistic synchronized launches of specially designed 10-go fireworks and the grand finale, which includes rapid underwater and angled star mine fireworks displays that are unique to this festival.

Shirakawa-go

• Shirakawa-go features over 100 traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses of varying sizes, with the Ogimachi village area highlighting countless scenic views.
• Take advantage of free time to explore the stunning UNESCO World Heritage village of Shirakawa-go at your leisure.

Enjoy free time in the charming old town streets of Takayama, famous for its traditional atmosphere and historic scenery

The historic old town of Takayama is brimming with local food stalls and delightful shops, including renowned mitarashi dumplings, Hida beef sushi, stylish souvenir stores, and sake breweries offering complimentary tastings. Feel free to explore the area at your own pace.

Overnight stay at Crown Hills Kanazawa or a similar class hotel

• Similar class hotels may include Hotel Route-Inn Kanazawa Ekimae or Kanazawa Manten Hotel.
• Even if a twin-room arrangement is requested, guests may sometimes be assigned two separate single rooms.
• Final hotel details will be communicated via email approximately 5 days prior to departure.

Information about Tour

• Place of departure and destination: From OSAKA to ISHIKAWA / FUKUI / GIFU
• Number of days of travel: 2 days
• Means of transportation: Bus
• Name of bus company: International Motor Vehicles Osaka or equivalent
• Meal(s): 1 Breakfast
• Minimum number of passengers to operate: 20
• Number of GUIDE: 1

Tour Operator Information

Company Name: H.I.S. Co., Ltd.

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 16F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Registration No: No. 724 by the Commissioner of Japan Tourism Agency

Membership: Full Member of the Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)

Contact Information

Department Name: Inbound Travel Division DMC Business Department West Japan Group Kansai Team

Address: Mainichi Intecio 15F 3-4-5 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka 530-8215, JAPAN

Tel: +81- 50-1745-1444

Opening hour: 10:00~18:00 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays)

General Travel Services Manager: Eri Tomiyama

The Tour Operations Manager oversees all transactions related to your travel at the sales office and manages your travel arrangements. Should you have any inquiries or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please feel free to reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please review and understand the Terms and Conditions below.

• Travel Terms and Conditions: Domestic Package Tours
• Travel Agency Terms and Conditions: Section of Package Tour Contract

Highlights

• Witness the Mikuni Fireworks Festival featuring around 15,000 fireworks from reserved seating
• Be part of one of the most impressive and largest fireworks festivals in the Hokuriku area
• Savor a tasting of local Echizen soba noodles
• Take a complete 90 minutes to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shirakawa-go at your leisure
• Enjoy leisure time in the historic district of Takayama, renowned for its traditional streets and culinary culture
• Stay overnight at Crown Hills Kanazawa or a hotel of comparable quality

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meeting time 11:15, Departure time 11:30)
• <Bus>
• Echizen Soba Village (Enjoy a tasting of Echizen soba and yokan! / Approx. 40 minutes)
• Mikuni Fireworks Parking Lot
• <Approx. 30 minutes on foot>
• Mikuni Fireworks Festival Venue (The renowned beautiful underwater fireworks, artistic fireworks, set pieces, and the famous 2-shaku diameter fireworks will illuminate the Sea of ​​Japan in brilliant light!) *Seating is reserved. *The fireworks display will last approximately 60 minutes, from 19:30 to 20:30.
• <Approximately 30 minutes on foot>
• Mikuni Fireworks Parking Lot
• <Bus>
• Kanazawa Crown Hills Kanazawa or equivalent class (Arrives around 23:00)
• Hotel (Departure at a leisurely 9:00)
• <Bus>
• Shirakawa-go (Free time to explore the World Heritage site of the Gassho-zukuri village / Approximately 90 minutes)
• Takayama Festival Forest (Free time for lunch / Approximately 50 minutes)
• Takayama City (Free time to explore Takayama, the "Little Kyoto," with a map / Approximately 60 minutes)
• <Bus>
• Umeda (Around 20:10)

Price Details

Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Admission fee
• Mikuni Fireworks Festival Reserved Seat

Not included

• Expenses not mentioned

Important Information

Important Notes During Bus Tour

1. Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.

2. Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.

3. As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.

4. Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.

5. Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.

6. Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.

7. Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.

8.Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly.

9. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.

10. Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.

11. Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.

12. Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.

13. Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.

14. Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.

15. The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.

16. Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.

17. Manage your valuable belongings yourself.

18. After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.

19. Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.

20. If you fail to follow these regulations and cause a disturbance on the bus, you may be asked to leave the bus, even during the tour.

Purchase Notice

• This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
• Eligibility: This tour is not valid for Japanese nationals. It is available to overseas tourists only.
• This is not a private tour; you will enjoy the tour with other guests.
• If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
• Even if twin-room accommodation is requested, guests may occasionally be assigned to two separate single rooms
• For groups with an odd number of participants, bus seating may be shared with other guests
• The fireworks festival may still be held in rainy weather, and the tour will operate as scheduled
• The event may be cancelled in cases of severe weather such as typhoons, strong winds, or rising river conditions if fireworks launches are considered unsafe
• Unless officially cancelled before departure by the event organizers, the tour will proceed as scheduled. In some cases, the final cancellation decision may be made early on the morning of the event, and guests may be informed by the tour escort on the day
• If the fireworks festival is officially postponed before departure due to a typhoon or severe weather, the tour will be cancelled. In this case, the tour price minus the fireworks viewing ticket fee (JPY 5,000) will be refunded
• No refunds will be provided if the fireworks festival is cancelled or postponed after the tour has departed due to sudden bad weather. Transportation costs to and from the meeting point are also the responsibility of each guest
• The number of fireworks and underwater fireworks displays are subject to change
• Guests will walk approximately 30 minutes from the parking area to the venue. Please wear comfortable walking shoes
• Dinner on Day 1 is not included. Guests may purchase boxed meals or food at service areas or sightseeing stops
• Heavy traffic may result in a late-night hotel arrival
• Please bring your own items for heatstroke prevention, such as hats, cooling towels, or drinks
• Sightseeing time at each location may be shortened depending on traffic conditions

How to Use

Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.

Cancellation Policy

• 21 or more day(s) before the activity date: 0% cancellation fee
• Between 8 and 20 day(s) before the activity date: 20% cancellation fee
• Between 2 and 7 day(s) before the activity date: 30% cancellation fee
• 1 day(s) before the activity date: 40% cancellation fee
• On the activity date: 50% cancellation fee