One of Japan's three great boat festivals, the Shiogama Minato Festival features spectacular portable shrine processions on the water. Since its inception in 1948, this festival sees two ceremonial boats followed by around 100 support vessels sailing through the scenic Matsushima Bay. The eve festival showcases impressive fireworks displays including 8-ball shells, underwater fireworks, and Niagara-style cascades, painting the bay in brilliant colors with approximately 8,000 fireworks.
This event was sourced and translated from Japanese by What's On Japan. Details may change — verify with the official source before attending.