Chiba City to Host 'Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2026' with Record 24,000 Shells for 900th Anniversary
Chiba City will hold the 'Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2026' on August 1, 2026. Celebrating its 900th anniversary, the event will feature a record-breaking 24,000 fireworks, including a grand finale of 10,000 shells provided by ZOZO. Tickets go on sale from 1:00 PM today, May 26.
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The 'Chiba Citizen Fireworks Display,' a beloved summer tradition in Chiba City, has announced its 2026 details. The 'Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2026 (48th Chiba Citizen Fireworks Display)' will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
Set against the waterfront of Makuhari Seaside Park, this is one of the largest fireworks shows in the Tokyo metropolitan area. This year, in honor of Chiba City's 900th anniversary, the theme is 'Fireworks that Open the Future ~ Love & Peace ~,' featuring approximately 24,000 shells—the largest scale in the event's history. The program includes dynamic sea fireworks and 'Music Starmines' synchronized with audio.
### Event Overview
- Name: Chiba 900th Anniversary Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2026
- Date: August 1, 2026 (Sat) 19:30–20:30
- Note: Cancelled in case of stormy weather or strong winds (decision at 9:00 AM on the day).
- Venue: Makuhari Seaside Park, Mihama-ku, Chiba City.
- Scale: Approx. 24,000 shells.
- Website: https://chiba-hanabi.jp/
### Key Highlights
1. **900th Anniversary Special Program**: Features large 12-inch shells, 900 sea fireworks, and creative shells depicting Chiba's historical 'Tsukihoshi' crest set to music.
2. **Powerful Sea Fireworks**: Over 5,000 shells fired toward Tokyo Bay, creating wide fan-shaped displays on the water surface.
3. **Message Fireworks**: Artistic shells launched in coordination with personal messages to loved ones.
4. **Grand Finale**: Sponsored by ZOZO Inc., featuring 10,000 shells including golden 'Kamuro Kikku' (brocade crowns) illuminating both sky and sea.
### Ticket Information
First-come, first-served sales start today, May 26, at 1:00 PM (page opens at 12:30 PM).
- **S Area (Prime Group Seats)**: 50,000 JPY (Up to 5 people)
- **A Area (Beach Launch View Seats)**: 6,000 JPY
### Access and Safety
15-20 minutes walk from Kaihimmakuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line. No parking is available. Traffic restrictions will be in effect; only ticket holders are permitted in the viewing areas.
Set against the waterfront of Makuhari Seaside Park, this is one of the largest fireworks shows in the Tokyo metropolitan area. This year, in honor of Chiba City's 900th anniversary, the theme is 'Fireworks that Open the Future ~ Love & Peace ~,' featuring approximately 24,000 shells—the largest scale in the event's history. The program includes dynamic sea fireworks and 'Music Starmines' synchronized with audio.
### Event Overview
- Name: Chiba 900th Anniversary Makuhari Beach Fireworks Festa 2026
- Date: August 1, 2026 (Sat) 19:30–20:30
- Note: Cancelled in case of stormy weather or strong winds (decision at 9:00 AM on the day).
- Venue: Makuhari Seaside Park, Mihama-ku, Chiba City.
- Scale: Approx. 24,000 shells.
- Website: https://chiba-hanabi.jp/
### Key Highlights
1. **900th Anniversary Special Program**: Features large 12-inch shells, 900 sea fireworks, and creative shells depicting Chiba's historical 'Tsukihoshi' crest set to music.
2. **Powerful Sea Fireworks**: Over 5,000 shells fired toward Tokyo Bay, creating wide fan-shaped displays on the water surface.
3. **Message Fireworks**: Artistic shells launched in coordination with personal messages to loved ones.
4. **Grand Finale**: Sponsored by ZOZO Inc., featuring 10,000 shells including golden 'Kamuro Kikku' (brocade crowns) illuminating both sky and sea.
### Ticket Information
First-come, first-served sales start today, May 26, at 1:00 PM (page opens at 12:30 PM).
- **S Area (Prime Group Seats)**: 50,000 JPY (Up to 5 people)
- **A Area (Beach Launch View Seats)**: 6,000 JPY
### Access and Safety
15-20 minutes walk from Kaihimmakuhari Station on the JR Keiyo Line. No parking is available. Traffic restrictions will be in effect; only ticket holders are permitted in the viewing areas.
FAQ
「幕張ビーチ花火フェスタ2026」の開催日時はいつですか？
2026年8月1日（土）の19:30から20:30に開催予定です。荒天や強風の場合は中止となります。
打ち上げ数はどのくらいですか？
国内最大級となる約24,000発が打ち上げられます。
チケットの販売はいつから始まりますか？
2026年5月26日（本日）の13:00より先着販売が開始されます。
主な見どころは何ですか？
千葉開府900年を記念した創作花火、約5,000発の海上花火、そしてZOZO提供の約10,000発によるグランドフィナーレが主な見どころです。
会場へのアクセス方法を教えてください。
JR京葉線「海浜幕張駅」から徒歩15分〜20分です。駐車場はないため、公共交通機関の利用が推奨されています。