【10% OFF】2-Day Tour from Osaka: Suwa Lake Fireworks & Kamikochi with Special Seats

Experience the Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks, one of Japan’s top fireworks events in both scale and number of launches

Witness the stunning Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks from exclusive pier chair seating positioned right by the lake, providing an extraordinary close-up experience. Marvel at the festival’s renowned underwater fireworks, which create stunning displays of light and sound across the water, resulting in a truly unforgettable summer event.

Spend 120 minutes exploring the beautiful natural scenery of Kamikochi at your own pace

• Kamikochi is a picturesque mountainous region situated in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture, at an elevation of around 1,500 meters.
• As part of Chubu Sangaku National Park, it is recognized as both a Special Place of Scenic Beauty and a Special Natural Monument of Japan.
• From the iconic Kappa Bridge spanning the Azusa River, which flows through the Hida Mountains (Northern Alps) valleys, visitors can savor breathtaking views of the towering Hotaka Mountain Range, reaching over 3,000 meters.
• Notable walking paths include Taisho Pond, Myojin Pond, and Tokusawa, each offering awe-inspiring landscapes. With about 1.5 million annual visitors, Kamikochi serves as a lively mountain retreat where you can rejuvenate your mind and spirit.

Overnight stay at Resort Inn Marion Shinano or a similar class hotel in Hakuba Himekawa (Tsugaike) Onsen

Accommodations of a similar category may consist of: Sunplaza Tsugaike, Grand Jam Tsugaike, Goryukan, Cerulean Alpine, Bell Heart, Oak Forest, Villa Skore Hakuba, Hakuba Alps Hotel, Hakuba Happokan, Hakuba Esquina, Sunrise Tanne, Bell-Cour Inomata, Espoir Misawa, Hakuba Seiyokan Ougiya, Hakuba Yama no Hotel, Hakuba Hotel Hananosato, Hotel Keyaki no Ki / Nire no Ki, Hosonokan, Hotel Stelle Belle, HOTEL HAKUBA GORYU BASE, and Okanoue Hotel.

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 NAGANO
• 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 transactions related to your travel at the sales office, taking care of your travel arrangements. If you have inquiries or concerns regarding the information provided by the staff about this travel contract, please reach out to the aforementioned Tour Operations Manager.

Please read 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 Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks, recognized as one of Japan’s premier fireworks events in terms of scope and the number of launches
• Take advantage of exclusive special chair seating on a pier in proximity to the fireworks launch site
• Be captivated by the festival’s renowned and impressive underwater star mine fireworks show
• Spend 120 minutes discovering the breathtaking natural beauty of Kamikochi at your leisure
• Have free time to explore picturesque locations like Taisho Pond and Kappa Bridge, set against the magnificent backdrop of the Japanese Alps
• Enjoy an overnight stay at Resort Inn Marion Shinano or a similarly rated hotel in Hakuba Himekawa (Tsugaike) Onsen

Itinerary

• Umeda (Meeting time 10:45, Departure time 11:00)
• Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks Display Viewing Seats (Enjoy the spectacular and moving fireworks, said to be among the largest in Japan, including the famous underwater fireworks and star mines, from the viewing seats on the pier right in front of the fireworks!) *Fireworks will be from around 19:00 to 20:30. *Viewing seats will be chairs located directly in front of the lake.
• Hotel (Departure at a leisurely 10:00 AM!)
• Kamikochi (Free time to explore the natural beauty of Kamikochi, including Taisho Pond and Kappa Bridge! / Approx. 120 minutes) *Enjoy the cool and relaxing mountain resort of Kamikochi to the fullest!
• Umeda (Arrival around 9:10 PM)

Price Details

Included

• Accommodation
• Breakfast
• Japanese guide
• Air-conditioned bus
• Admission fee
• Suwa Lake Festival Fireworks 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.
• 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
• No refunds will be provided if the fireworks festival is cancelled or postponed after the tour has departed due to sudden bad weather, including viewing seat fees
• 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 15,000) will be refunded. Please note that if the fireworks festival is cancelled after the tour has departed, no refunds will be issued. 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 20 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
• Sightseeing time at each location may be shortened depending on traffic conditions
• Heavy traffic may result in a late-night hotel arrival
• For groups with an odd number of participants, bus seating may be shared with other guests

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