JANTOKOI
Uozu Festival 2025
JANTOKOI Uozu Festival
Introducing the Various Festivals
of Uozu City’s Biggest Event,
the Jantokoi Uozu Festival!
Uozu City’s biggest event, the Jantokoi Uozu Festival, is a very lively festival that’s celebrated every year from the first Friday of August, and this year it will be held from Fri, Aug. 1st, until Sun, Aug. 3rd, and even on Wed, Aug. 7th, at some venues. Uozu City’s summer is truly packed with several days of excitement with events such as the festival of Suwa Shrine, Tatemon festival (registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity), the traditional folk song and dance Serikomi Choroku, a fireworks festival, UO!JAZZ, Candle Road, and Kyoden Tanabata Festival.
Please come and enjoy the cultural festivals and the beautiful midsummer atmosphere at the Jantokoi Uozu Festival!
August 2nd (Friday) 20:30〜・3rd (Saturday) 20:30〜
Location：Around Suwa Shrine
Serikomi Butterfly Rokugai Nagashi (held on Sunday)
August 4th (Sun) 18:00〜
Location：Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station - Uemuragi Intersection
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19：45〜
Opening Ceremony
[ Location ]
Suwa Shrine
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))
20：00〜
Tatemon Festival(Festival Procession)
[ Location ]
Suwa Shrine
[ In the event of rainy weather ]
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))
15：00〜
UO！JAZZ Opening ACT
[ Location ]
Special stage next to the Roadside Station, Shinkiro
[ In the event of rainy weather ]
Cancellation
17：00〜21：15
UO！JAZZ 2025
[ Location ]
Special stage next to the Roadside Station, Shinkiro
[ In the event of rainy weather ]
Mirage Hall (Holding time: Aug. 1st 12:00)
18：30〜21：30
Uozu Candle Road
[ Location ]
Esashi Park / Nearby shrines and temples /Chuo Street / etc
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day)
19：40〜20：20
Fireworks Display Above the Sea
[ Location ]
Uozu Port
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Postponed until Monday 5th, and canceled if severe weather on that day (Holding time: 16:00 on the day)
20：30〜
Tatemon Festival(Festival Procession)
[ Location ]
Suwa Shrine
[ In the event of rainy weather ]
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))
17：00〜17：20
Uozu Shinkiro-bushi Hozonkai Dance Performance
[ Location ]
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 15:00 on the day)
17：20〜18：00
Junior High School Students Serikomi Choroku Odori Dance
[ Location ]
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 15:00 on the day)
18：00〜19：40
Serikomi Choroku Odori Street Dancing
[ Location ]
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 15:00 on the day)
19：40〜20：00
Uozu Serikomi Choroku Hozonkai Dance Performance
[ Location ]
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 15:00 on the day)
20：00〜20：15
Bon Festival Dance
[ Location ]
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 15:00 on the day)
18：00〜20：30
Kyoden Tanabata Festival
[ Location ]
Within the Kyoden area
[ In the event of severe weather ]
Postponed until Thursday 8th, and canceled if severe weather on the 7th or 8th. (Holding time: 17:00 on the day)
Please download the “Traffic Regulations” below for information on traffic regulations, parking maps, and venues around the venue on August 1 (Fri.)-3 (Sun.) and 7 (Thu.).
A free shuttle bus will be available from the seaside rotary of Uozu Station from 19:00 to 23:00 on Friday, August 1 and from 16:00 to 23:00 on Saturday, August 2. Please use the shuttle bus if you are taking the train. Please check the “Traffic Regulation Map” for boarding and alighting locations.
[Free shuttle bus outside operating hours]
Please use the Uozu Citizen's Bus (city center loop route). Please refer to the Uozu City Official Website for the timetable.
Fare (per person per ride): Adults: 200 yen, elementary, junior high and high school students: 100 yen, preschool children: free
*Please confirm the availability times using the pamphlet. There are a limited number of parking spaces; please try to use public transport.
The Uozu Festival begins with beautiful floats from Suwa Shrine at the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity Tatemon Festival (Aug. 1st-2nd), which is followed by the traditional folk song and dance with over 650 years of history: the Serikomi Choroku Odori Street Dance (Aug. 3rd), and also the fireworks display above the sea (Aug. 2nd).
The event “Candle Road,” where the route towards the Tatemon Festival venue is lit with candles, will be held again this year at the same time.
Also, this year marks the seventh time for the UO!JAZZ festival to be held (Aug. 2nd). The UO!JAZZ is a music event featuring both domestic and international artists that are sure to bring great-sounding music.
At the Roadside Station Shinkiro venue, you can find delicious local gourmet foods and food trucks, so please enjoy the Uozu Festival while you fill your belly (Aug. 2nd only).
The various event locations are as follows: Suwa Shrine for the Tatemon Festival, Uozu Station Main Street for the Serikomi Choroku Odori, Uozu Port for the Fireworks Display Above the Sea, Roadside Station Shinkiro for UO!JAZZ, and Esashi Park, nearby shrines and temples, Chuo Street, etc., for Candle Road.
Furthermore, the Kyoden Tanabata Festival, held every year on Aug. 7th, will once again be held this year in the Kyoden District. See the beautiful flow of lanterns floating across the sea and the charming nostalgic Japanese scenery.
We hope you will enjoy the Uozu Festival again this year.
Announcement for Inbound Tourists:
Ticket Sales for
the Jantokoi Uozu Festival 2025!
(Advance Reservation Only,
First-Come, First-Served Basis)
We will publish the festival information on our website to guide customers for reservations.
The Tate-Mon Matsuri, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, features rare wheelless floats in Japan. Seven boat-shaped lanterns, each approximately 16 meters tall and weighing 5 tons, illuminate the summer night sky, and the festival is characterized by the fact that they are pulled by about 80 people using only human power.
The history of the Tate-Mon Matsuri dates back about 300 years, and it is said to have originated from the fervent wishes of the local community for abundant fish catches and safe maritime conditions.
We will provide paid seating within the grounds of Suwa Shrine, where the most exciting part of the Tate-Mon Matsuri, the “Rotating Dedication,” takes place. The seats will consist of simple folding chairs.
As this area is normally off-limits to the public, only those who purchase a paid seat will be able to enjoy this special view. Additionally, there are temporary toilets and public restrooms located close to the venue (about a 3-minute walk).
《schedule》
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 20:30
In the event of rain, the decision to hold the festival will be made by 16:00 (final decision by 18:00).
《Price》
3,000 yen (tax included) per person for one seat.
《Benefit》 (Included in the price)
1. Tatemono Festival Wooden Tag (Not for Sale) - One per person
2. Uozu’s Delicious Water (Natural Mineral Water) - One per person
3. Miratan Cube Rice (Uozu-grown Koshihikari) - One per person
4. Parking Space Reservation (Advance Reservation Required, for those who desire it) - One space per person
《Reservation deadline》
By July 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
《How to reserve》
Please check the Uozu City website.
《Inquiry》
Uozu City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone Number: 0765-23-1025（Reception Hours: Weekdays 8:30 - 17:15 (excluding weekends and holidays）
MAIL：kanko@city.uozu.lg.jp
We will publish the festival information on our website to guide customers for reservations.
The Jantokoi Uozu Festival's fireworks display is one of the largest in Toyama Prefecture, featuring approximately 2,000 fireworks that brilliantly light up the sky over the sea. Since the fireworks are launched from the water, there are no obstructions, allowing you to fully enjoy the spectacular display.
The seating will consist of cushions or mats placed on the concrete steps by the beach, located near the main area of the fireworks event. From these seats, you can expect a great view of the fireworks in front of you.
There are public restrooms located nearby (about a 3-minute walk). Additionally, at the Uozu Marine Station (about a 5-minute walk from the venue), you can purchase local souvenirs from Uozu.
Food stalls will also be available, so you can buy food and drinks and enjoy them at your seat.
《schedule》
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 19:40 to 20:20
Cancelled in case of bad weather [Decision time for holding the event: 16:00]
If the marine fireworks event is cancelled, it will be rescheduled to August 4 (Monday), but paid viewing seats will be cancelled.
《Price》
3,000 yen (tax included) per person for one seat.
《Benefit》 (Included in the price)
1. Uozu’s Delicious Water (Natural Mineral Water) - One per person
2. Miratan Cube Rice (Uozu-grown Koshihikari) - One per person
3. Parking Space Reservation (Advance Reservation Required, for those who desire it) - One space per person
《Reservation deadline》
By July 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
《How to reserve》
Please check the Uozu City website.
《Inquiry》
Uozu City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone Number: 0765-23-1025（Reception Hours: Weekdays 8:30 - 17:15 (excluding weekends and holidays）
MAIL：kanko@city.uozu.lg.jp
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