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    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/08/07 (Fri)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    [Saga City] Let’s Set Off Handheld Fireworks in the Park ！ Social Experiment to Create Summer Memories

    A social experiment launched by Saga City in response to residents’ requests asking, “Can’t we set off fireworks in the park? ？,” is entering its third summer this year. Building on the success of the past two events—which saw a total of over 1,000 participants enjoy the experience safely while observing proper etiquette—the program’s duration will be extended this year. Furthermore, this year marks a step forward in the program’s operation, with collaboration from local neighborhoods where community associations and town-planning councils will serve as supervisors. Local parks are evolving into warmer, more welcoming spaces where families and friends can easily create summer memories.



    Started by Citizens’ Voices ！ A Third Summer Connected by Good Manners
    This social experiment began with feedback from citizens.

    With 500 participants in the first year and 594 in the second, it has become a new summer tradition in Saga. While it has been highly praised—with comments like “I hope you keep doing this every year” and “It was really fun to do this with my friends”—the event has been held safely and without incident thanks to participants strictly following the rules, such as taking their trash home, cleaning up after fires, and bringing their own buckets. It is precisely because of this track record of enjoying the event while following the rules that it has continued year after year.



    Not Just for Obon ！ Extended Event Period
    Previously, the event was limited to a short period during the Obon season, but this year, we’ve significantly extended the event period so that “people can drop by more casually.”

    The program will be held at three locations within the city: Kose Park, Takagise Fureai Park, and Otofuji Park （ in Ekimae Chuo 3-chome ）. At Kose Park, it will be held daily from August 1 to 31, while at Takagise Fureai Park and Otofuji Park, the event will be held on Saturdays and Sundays in August, as well as during the Obon period （ from the 11th to the 14th ） （ from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. each day ） . This adds another summer pleasure—a casual opportunity to stop by with fireworks on your way home from cram school or during an evening stroll after dinner.

    From the government to the “community.” Creating a warm, community-supported park
    Another major highlight this year is the cooperation of local residents’ associations and community development councils, who will serve as volunteers to keep an eye on things.

    We are moving beyond the previous government-led management model to a new phase of operation in collaboration with local residents. We will create an environment where people can safely and comfortably enjoy fireworks in a space where familiar faces from the neighborhood keep a watchful eye. Saga City aims to continue building a track record of adhering to the rules together with citizens and local residents, and to expand the number of parks throughout the city where everyone can feel free to enjoy themselves.

    “Hand-held Fireworks” in Parks Overview of the Social Experiment
    Implementation Period ： Reiwa 8, August 1 （ Fri ） ～ August 31 （ Sun ） Designated Dates

    Time ： 19:30 to ～ 21: 00

    Venue ：

    1. Kose Park ： August 1 ～ 31 （ Every day ）

    2. Takagise Fureai Park ： August 1 ～ Saturday and Sunday, August 30 ＆ August 11 ～ 14

    3. Otofuji Park ： August 1 ～ Saturday and Sunday, the 30th ＆ August 11 ～ 14

    Rules for Use a> Only handheld fireworks allowed （ Fireworks that are launched into the air ・ Fireworks that produce loud noises are prohibited ）; bring a bucket for extinguishing fires; take your trash home

    Mayor’s Comment
    This initiative began in response to residents’ sincere feedback asking, “Can’t we set off fireworks in the park?” Thanks to everyone’s commitment to following the rules and etiquette while enjoying the event, we are now entering our third year. This year, we have significantly extended the event period and evolved the initiative into a collaborative effort with local residents’ associations and community development councils to help oversee the event. We hope to continue working together with our citizens to ensure that our local parks remain warm, welcoming places where children, families, and friends can create “happy summer memories.”

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/31 (Fri)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    Hatago Aburaya Summer Festival 2026

    Spend a refreshing summer moment at the historic Abura-ya inn.

    While taking in the nostalgic summer scenery, we’re hosting a summer festival that offers something for everyone—from adults to children—including the newly revamped Abura-ya menu and events that capture the festive spirit of a traditional summer fair.

    Date & Time ： August 1, Reiwa 8 （ Sat ） ～ 31 （ Mon ）

    Location ： Hatago Aburaya, Aburaya Café

    Attendees ・ Participants ： Open to anyone

    Organizer ： Ai ・ Kei ・ Kei Holdings Co., Ltd.

    Purpose ： To provide many people with an opportunity to experience the history of Ogori City

    Details Highlights ： We have prepared a festival event that will evoke a sense of nostalgia for all visitors to Aburaya Café.

    Special Notes ： We have a gift from Aburaya Café for guests who come dressed in yukata.

    [Former Matsuzaki Hatago Aburaya （ City-Designated Tangible Cultural Property ） ]


    This Edo-period inn （ ryokan ） was built in Matsuzaki, a post town on the Satsuma Kaido, based on ink inscriptions found on the building’s timber, the north wing was constructed in the 2nd year of Kaei （ 1849 ）, and the main building was constructed between Bunkyu 1 （ (1861) ） and Keio 1 （ (1865) ）.

    The designated management system was introduced in October Reiwa 7, and starting in February Reiwa 8, “Ai ・ Kei ・ Kei Holdings Co., Ltd.” began serving food and beverages under the name “Aburaya Café.”

    • Press Release / Government / Public
    • 2026/07/15 (Wed)

    This text has been translated by auto-translation. There may be a slight difference between the original text and the translation. (Original Language: 日本語)

    [Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture] The 64th Omuta Port Festival Will Be Held ！

    This year, we will once again hold our annual summer event, the “64th Omuta Port Festival.”

    We have planned a variety of events at the venue to brighten up the summer night, bathed in the glow of the lights. Please invite your family and friends and come join us at the festival.

    Oomuta’s vitality, connecting the sea and the future ！

    We sincerely look forward to seeing you there.

    Event Overview

    Date and Time

    July 18, Reiwa 8 （ Sat ） 19 （ Sun ） 16 ： 00 ～ 21 ： 00

    Venue

    Mikawa Mine Ruins （ Nishiminato-cho, Omuta City, Fukuoka Prefecture ）

    *In case of severe weather, some parts of the program may be changed ・ or the event may be canceled.

    Stage Events


    July 18 （ Sat ）

    4:00 PM ～ Opening

    4: 03 ～ Yoshino Taiko Yumegiri

    4: 25 ～ BEAT JAM DANCE STUDIO （ Beat Jam Dance Studio ）

    5: 00 ～ Mako Party and the Fourth-Generation Teammates

    17:15 ～ Shiranui Nursery School

    17: 20 ～ “Jā-bō” Makes an Appearance

    5:35 PM ～ Elementary School Lantern Award Ceremony

    6: 00 ～ Group Dance, Part 1

    18:30 ～ Group Dance, Part 2

    18: 50 ～ Ryukyu no Kaze: Makoto （ Chimugukuru ）

    19: 30 ～ Lantern Lighting Ceremony

    19: 45 ～ Hawaiian Hula Halau Hula O Nahalelauhala

    20: 20 ～ Infix: Natsuyo Nagatomo VPRO Pirates Live

    July 19 （ Sun ）

    1 6:00 ～ Opening Talk

    16:10 ～ Dance Studio Cypher

    16: 45 ～ Music Warrior Beat ＆ Primavera （ Soap Bubbles and Flamenco ）

    17: 10 ～ Idol Unit VITORON

    17:40 ～ Everyone, gather up!! Speed-Eating Contest

    18: 20 ～ Face-Changing Artist Shoryu

    18:50 ～ VPRO Pirate Crew

    19: 30 ～ Daisuke Hasegawa Special Live

    20: 00 ～ Performer Collaboration Stage

    20: 20 ～ infix Nagatomo Nore LIVE

    Directions

    From JR Omuta Station, take Nishitetsu Bus Route No. 2 bound for Arao Station; get off at -gawa-machi 1-chome; 2-minute walk （ Travel time: 10 minutes; Fare: 220 yen ）

    About 20 minutes from the Nankan IC on the expressway （ Since the temporary parking lot has limited capacity and tends to get crowded, please use the shuttle bus from Aeon Mall Omuta. ）


    [Inquiries]

    Port Festival Organizing Committee

    TEL 070-5356-2049

    [Source]

    Chikugo Region Tourism Council （ Secretariat ： Kurume City Hall, Tourism ・ and International Affairs Division ） 6a>
    TEL 0942-30-9037

    FAX 0942-30-9707

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