Osaka Tenjinmatsuri Fireworks Festival & Boat Experience
The Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan’s three major festivals alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and Tokyo’s Kanda Matsuri, draws 1.3 million spectators each year. With origins dating back to the 10th century, it is held annually on July 24–25. The highlight is the grand river procession with fireworks on
📍Meeting point: Meet up in front of Kitahama NEXU BUILD (This is a building containing Daily Yamazaki convenience store)
The Tenjin Matsuri, one of Japan’s three major festivals alongside Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri and Tokyo’s Kanda Matsuri, draws 1.3 million spectators each year. With origins dating back to the 10th century, it is held annually on July 24–25. The highlight is the grand river procession with fireworks on July 25. Normally, the “Jichuruma Kougyou Boat” is reserved for affiliated members only, but this special plan allows public access. Enjoy front-row views of the breathtaking fireworks and a live dragon dance performance from Tenmangu Shrine on the boat’s stage. A luxurious boxed dinner and unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included. Boarding begins at 18:00, but due to heavy crowds, guests will assemble one hour in advance.
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What To Expect
Stop 1
⏱ 3hAdmission includedExperience the spectacular Tenjin Festival Boat Procession on July 25th only, where you’ll enjoy front-row views of dazzling fireworks and a live dragon dance performance from Tenmangu Shrine on the ship’s front stage. Savor a luxurious boxed dinner paired with unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, all while being guided by an expert with deep knowledge of the festival.
What’s Included
- ✓Free-flow alcoholic and soft drinks
- ✓Luxurious boxed dinner
- ✓Boat to join the Funatogyo ritual
What’s NOT Included
- ✗English guide
Additional Info
- 🚇Public transportation options are available nearby
- 🦴Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- 🤰Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- ❤️Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 🚶Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- •The tour guide speaks Japanese only, with language support provided via a Pocket Talk translator.
- •When on board, please observe proper etiquette and follow the instructions of staff to board safely.
- •People who fail to observe proper boarding etiquette may be denied boarding.
- •Trains are the only means of transportation to the site; other means are not permitted.
- •This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
- •Please refrain from bringing your own food and drinks into the boat.
- •Please note that bringing large luggage during the tour is not allowed.
- •We recommend that you use public transportation as the area in and around Osaka Tenmangu Shrine will be very crowded.
- •The festival will be held during hot weather. Be careful of suffering from heat strokes or dehydration.
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