Latest Events in Akishima(August Updated)

The Akishima City Whale Festival's Dream Fireworks, which began in 1961 to commemorate the discovery of a whale fossil dating back approximately 1.6 million years in Akishima City, has become a summer tradition in Tokyo's Akishima City. This year marks the 54th edition of the fireworks display, featuring approximately 4,000 fireworks (mainly starburst fireworks) that illuminate the sky over about 30 minutes. Before the fireworks display, a parade featuring whale-shaped floats winds through the city, adding to the festive atmosphere. Around the event venue, stalls from local businesses and organizations line the streets, offering food, games, and homemade local delicacies. There are also a variety of stage activities, including action performances and live music, ensuring enjoyment for people of all ages.

From October 30th to November 30th, the "Showa Kinen Park Night Stroll" will be held at Showa Kinen Park (Tachikawa City, Tokyo). The nighttime illuminations will highlight the vibrant yellow and autumn leaves. This year's highlight is the Bonsai Garden Night Viewing. Established in November 2004, the Bonsai Garden is Japan's first state-run facility for exhibiting mature bonsai trees. This year marks the park's 20th anniversary, and a special Bonsai Garden Night Viewing will be held. To showcase the bonsai at its best, special attention is paid to the colors and lighting, blending traditional Japanese culture with digital technology, such as using large projectors to project moving images. The annual illuminations of the Katai Ginkgo Trees and the Japanese Garden will continue. The Katai Ginkgo Trees are particularly popular for photo opportunities, featuring a spectacular sound and light show featuring 98 ginkgo trees arranged in a row stretching 300 meters. In addition, the Japanese garden welcomes visitors with "Japanese" touches such as the use of Japanese umbrellas and wind chimes, as well as free Japanese umbrella rentals. Strolling along the pond, you can see approximately 300 illuminated maple trees and snow-covered pine trees. A wonderful view different from that during the day will unfold.

Showa Memorial Park will be holding its "Flower Festival 2026" from March 20th to May 24th! The festival will begin with the blooming of the Kansaki Nano Flower, followed by cherry blossoms, tulips, green onions, and summer camp flowers, all reaching their peak bloom and viewing period. In addition, flower-themed food menus will be offered, and many events allowing visitors to delve deeper into the charm of flowers are also scheduled.

SippoFesta is an event sponsored by Showa Kinen Park and the NPO One One Party Club, with the assistance of withdog.jp, Inc. in planning and management. We collaborate with various companies and organizations to hold pet events that can be enjoyed not only by dog ​​and cat owners but also by those planning to adopt a dog or cat. One of the reasons dogs and cats are abandoned is because people have few memories of their beloved dogs or cats. Our goal through pet events is to help people create fun memories with their beloved dogs and cats, prevent the abandonment of dogs and cats, and reduce the number of euthanasias. There's more than one way to save dogs and cats. In addition to adopting rescue dogs and cats, donating to rescue organizations, and participating in volunteer activities, there are also ways to participate in pet events.

The Tachikawa Festival Showa Memorial Park fireworks display is held in Tachikawa City, Tokyo. A traditional summer event in Tachikawa City, it is renowned for its spectacular fireworks display, including 10-inch and 15-inch diameter fireworks rarely seen in Tokyo, as well as starlight fireworks and award-winning fireworks from pyrotechnician competitions, ensuring an immersive experience for the audience from start to finish.