Related events
Tezutsu Fireworks display
Tezutsu Fireworks are said to have begun in nearby Toyohashi City and are a fireworks style characteristic of the Eastern Mikawa area, near Asuke. Sparks fly high into the sky from handheld cannons resembling upright bazookas, creating a column of flames in a truly amazing scene.
• Date and time: First session: 7:15 pm / Second session: 8:00 pm; Tue, Aug 11 (national holiday), 2026
• Location: Asuke Former County Headquarters Site (Asuke Jinya-ato) behind the Asuke Branch of Toyota Shinkin Bank
Fireworks display
Fireworks launched from a high point in town burst from above and are viewable from all over the central Asuke area. They are particularly beautiful from the pathway along Asuke River and on the bridges. On Friday, August 14, Buddhist lanterns illuminate the Asuke River and Tankororin paper and bamboo lanterns light up the townscape, drawing in crowds of spectators.
• Date and time: 8:30 pm–9:00 pm; Fri, Aug 14, 2026
• Traffic restriction: Sections from Maruhachi Shop in Shin Town to Kesadairahashi Bridge in Shinta Town
Note:
• Asuke's townscape is blocked off to cars from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm on the day of the fireworks. Please note that only residents and authorized parties can pass through.
Asuke River Buddhist Lantern Festival
Some 1.3 kilometers of Asuke River's righthand bank from Shin Town to Ta Town are illuminated with about 5,000 candles, giving Asuke River a radiant glow perfect for a beautiful nighttime stroll.
• Date and time: Around 6:00 pm–9:00 pm; Thu, Aug 13–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
• Location: Path along Asuke River
Wishing Candles
Purchase a candle for JPY 500 and write your wish on it before placing the candle along Asuke River.
• Dates and time: Reception from 6:00 pm; Thu, Aug 13–Fri, Aug 14, 2026
• Location: Former Taguchi Residence
Jizo Festival and floating paper lanterns
Anyone is free to join at JPY 600 per lantern.
• Date and time: Around 6:30 pm–8:00 pm; Sat, Aug 15, 2026 (Reception available from 6:00 pm. Held even in light rain. Canceled should river levels rise, etc. [Notice posted on official TOYOTA Asuke Tourist Association site by 12:00 pm the day of the event should cancellation occur.])
Location: In front of Jizo statues Nishimachi Parking Lot No. 2
Tankororin Lantern Nights
Watch as Tankororin lanterns flicker along the streets of Asuke's historic townscape. The event is one of the area's summer events and lights the way to a great time again this year.
• Dates and time: Sunset–9:00 pm; Sat, Aug 8–Sat, Aug 15, 2026
• Location: All around Asuke Historic Townscape
EVENT OVERVIEW
| Date | Sat, Aug 8–Sat, Aug 15, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Time | Differs by event |
| Location | Asuke Historic Townscape, Korankei Gorge, etc. |
| Location | Asuke-cho, Toyota-shi, Aichi Note: • The Access Map shows the location of the Asuke Historic Townscape. |
| Inquiries | • 0565-62-0480 (Asuke Commerce and Industry Association. Closed weekends and national holidays.) • 0565-62-1272 (TOYOTA Asuke Tourist Association. Closed Thu.) |
| Restrooms | Available |
| Parking | Use the parking lots around Korankei Gorge Note: • Asuke's townscape is blocked off to cars 6:30 pm–9:30 pm on Friday, August 14. Please note that only residents and authorized parties can pass through. |
| Other Major Facilities |
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| Links |
TOYOTA Asuke Tourist Association event page (Japanese)
Tourism Toyota event page Aichi Now Tankororin Lantern Nights event page |
