RAW TOKYO GUIDE vol.01｜Parks Where You Can Do Fireworks in Tokyo's 23 Wards (2025 Edition)
19 Tokyo Wards Where You Can Do Fireworks – Best Parks & Rules Guide
"Not even sparklers allowed?" – That’s a common question during Tokyo’s summer nights.
This guide covers all 23 Tokyo wards, showing where handheld fireworks are allowed and where they are completely banned.
※ This article is based on official ward/government websites, park management offices, and verified news sources as of August 2025. Always check the official website or park management office before you go.
(Aug. 10, 2025 – Revised Edition)
Tokyo 23 Wards｜Fireworks OK / NG List (August 2025)
※ For details on permitted/prohibited parks, usage conditions, and the latest updates, check each ward’s official page.
| Ward | Status | Conditions / Period / Time |
|---|---|---|
| Shinjuku | ❌ | Fireworks completely prohibited in ward parks Details – Shinjuku Ward |
| Meguro | ❌ | Fireworks completely prohibited in ward parks Details – Meguro Ward |
| Itabashi | ❌ | Fireworks completely prohibited in ward parks Details – Itabashi Ward |
| Nerima | ❌ | Fireworks completely prohibited in ward parks Details – Nerima Ward |
| Chiyoda | 🔼 | Limited period: Jul 19–Sep 7, 2025, weekends only, 18:00–20:00. 8 designated parks. Limited to children and guardians. Details – Chiyoda Ward |
| Chuo | ✅ | Handheld fireworks allowed for families (designated parks only). Parks under expressways are prohibited. Details – Chuo Ward |
| Minato | 🔼 | Limited period: Jul 21–Aug 31, 2025, 18:00–20:00. 42 designated parks. Small groups with children only. Details – Minato Ward |
| Taito | 🔼 | Limited period: Aug 13–Aug 24, 2025. Only part of Sumida Park (Yamaya-bori Plaza). Limited to elementary school children with guardians. Details – Taito Ward |
| Sumida | ✅ | Limited to families with children in elementary school or younger. Allowed until 21:00. 14 parks are prohibited. Details – Sumida Ward |
| Koto | ✅ | Not allowed on lawns, wood chips, or near biotopes. Chida Children’s Park is prohibited. Only small handheld fireworks for children. Details – Koto Ward |
| Shinagawa | 🔼 | Limited period: Aug 1–Aug 31, 2025, 17:00–20:00. 5 designated parks. Small groups only. Details – Shinagawa Ward |
| Ota | 🔼 | Limited period: Aug 1–Aug 17, 2025, 18:00–20:30. 51 designated parks (Kasuga Park trial canceled). Small groups (~5 people). Details – Ota Ward |
| Setagaya | ✅ | Small groups only (application required for groups). Fireworks until 20:30 (varies by park). Riverbeds, underpasses, and grassy areas prohibited. Details – Setagaya Ward |
| Shibuya | ✅ | Allowed year-round (not late at night). Be mindful of nearby residences. Details – Shibuya Ward |
| Nakano | ✅ | Small groups (~5 people). Prohibited in 8 specific parks; otherwise allowed. Details – Nakano Ward |
| Suginami | 🔼 | Limited period: Jul 20–Aug 31, 2025, 18:00–21:00. 39 designated parks (no notification required for ≤5 people). One group per park per day. Details – Suginami Ward |
| Toshima | ✅ | Until 21:00. 5 parks near downtown areas are prohibited. Details – Toshima Ward |
| Kita | ✅ | Small groups only. Handheld fireworks only (excludes parks/areas closed at night). Details – Kita Ward |
| Arakawa | 🔼 | Limited period: Aug 1–Aug 31, 2025, 18:00–21:00 (Arakawa Nature Park until 20:30). 5 designated parks. Limited to elementary school children with guardians. Details – Arakawa Ward |
| Adachi | ✅ | Handheld fireworks only, until 21:00. Details – Adachi Ward |
| Katsushika | ✅ | Small groups only (application required for groups). Some parks prohibited. Handheld fireworks only, until 21:00. Details – Katsushika Ward |
| Edogawa | ✅ | Small-scale handheld fireworks for children allowed. Some parks/children’s playgrounds are prohibited. Details – Edogawa Ward |
Why Are There Restrictions and Rules?
In Tokyo’s ward parks, only a few wards (Shinjuku, Meguro, Itabashi, Nerima) have a total ban on fireworks.
Most other wards allow them under limited periods, times, or specific parks.
Reasons for these rules include:
- 🔥 Fire risk (grass and plants catching fire)
- 🏙 Smoke and noise in dense residential areas
- 🚯 Preventing litter and poor etiquette
- 📣 Reducing complaints from nearby residents
Some parks have revoked fireworks permission in the past due to rule violations.
If we want the remaining allowed spots to survive, we need to follow the rules.
Recommended Parks in Tokyo Where You Can Do Fireworks
In the past, most Tokyo parks banned fireworks.
In recent years, more wards have started allowing them again with specific rules.
As of 2025, 19 out of 23 wards permit fireworks in limited times and locations.
Here are some representative parks and their rules.
1. Sumida Ward｜Balancing Riverside Ambience and Safety
Kinshi Park
Just steps from Kinshicho Station, this park has a lawn, playground, and sports hall. The Tokyo Skytree view adds charm, and summer evenings here feel surprisingly relaxed for such a central location.
| Hours | Evening until 21:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Families with elementary-aged children or younger only 📍 Away from playgrounds, grass, and planted areas 🕐 Limited dates only / No noisy fireworks 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 4-15-1 Kinshi, Sumida, Tokyo 130-0013 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Kinshi Park – Sumida Ward ⚠️Sumida Ward Fireworks Rules |
Sumida Park
| Hours | Evening until 21:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Groups allowed (confirm with Park Center recommended) 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks only 📍 Paved “Soyokaze Hiroba” area only 🔞 Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 1-3 Mukojima, Sumida, Tokyo 131-0033 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Sumida Park Center ⚠️Sumida Ward Fireworks Rules |
2. Setagaya Ward｜Fireworks Making a Family Comeback
Futako-Tamagawa Park
| Hours | Until 21:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Small groups only 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks 📍 Children’s play area (gravel surface) only 🔞 Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 1-16-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya, Tokyo 158-0093 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Futako-Tamagawa Park Visitor Center ⚠️Fireworks Use Guidelines |
Setagaya Park
Known for its operational SL locomotive. Bustling with families and picnickers during the day, it becomes peaceful in the evening—perfect for quiet fireworks.
| Hours | Until 21:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Small groups only (large groups must file notice) 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks 📍 Avoid lawn and playground areas 🔞 Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 1-5-27 Ikejiri, Setagaya, Tokyo 154-0023 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Setagaya Park – Official Site ⚠️Fireworks Rules |
3. Katsushika Ward｜Old-Town Hospitality Still Lives On
Horikiri Waterside Park
A narrow riverside park along the Sumida River. Not in most guidebooks, but loved by locals for low-key fireworks evenings.
| Hours | Until 22:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Small groups only (large groups must contact Park Management at 03-3693-1777) 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks 📍 Safe areas away from dry grass 🔞 Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | Horikiri 1, Katsushika, Tokyo 124-0006 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Horikiri Waterside Park – Katsushika ⚠️Fireworks Rules in Katsushika Parks |
Mizumoto Park (Permit Required)
| Hours | Until 21:00 (including cleanup) |
| Rules | ✅ Permit required for fireworks use 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks 📍 Fountain Plaza & stage area in the Iris Garden 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 3-2 Mizumoto Park, Katsushika, Tokyo 125-0034 GoogleMap |
| Permit Process | Apply in person at Mizumoto Park Service Center (09:00–17:00) |
| Phone | 03-3607-8321 |
| Reference | ・Mizumoto Park – Tokyo Parks ⚠️Fireworks Guidelines for Mizumoto Park |
4. Edogawa Ward｜Special Spot by Tokyo Bay
Kasai Rinkai Park (Seafront by Observation Plaza)
A massive waterfront park famous for its aquarium and giant Ferris wheel. The seafront by the Observation Plaza offers open views and sea breezes. Fireworks here require advance notice and are canceled in strong winds.
| Hours | Check the official site or park office for current hours |
| Rules | ✅ Advance notice at service center required 🕐 Limited dates only / Quiet handheld fireworks only 📍 Seafront area by Observation Plaza only 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home 🚫 Canceled during strong winds |
| Address | 6-2 Rinkai-cho, Edogawa, Tokyo 134-0086 GoogleMap |
| Permit Process | Kasai Rinkai Park Service Center (09:00–17:00, in person only) |
| Reference | ・Kasai Rinkai Park – Tokyo Parks ⚠️Fireworks Guidelines for Kasai Rinkai Park |
5. Koto Ward｜Fireworks with Night Views and Sea Breezes
Toyosu Gururi Park
※ Note: The adjacent Harumi Bridge Park (under Tokyo management) prohibits all fireworks, including handheld.
| Hours | Check the official site or park office for current hours |
| Rules | 🕐 Quiet handheld fireworks only 📍 No fireworks near grass or planted areas 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home 🚫 No aerial/rocket/fountain-type fireworks 🕯 Candles prohibited (can damage pavement) |
| Address | 6-1 Toyosu, Koto, Tokyo 135-0061 GoogleMap |
| Reference | ・Toyosu Gururi Park ⚠️Fireworks Guidelines for Toyosu Gururi Park |
6. Musashino & Mitaka Cities｜Outside the 23 Wards, Still a Friend to Tokyoites
Inokashira Onshi Park (5 Designated Spots)
One of Tokyo’s most beloved parks, complete with a lake, forest, cafés, art, boats, and a zoo. From June to mid-October, five specific spots open for quiet handheld fireworks.
| Hours | Until 22:00 (no daytime use) |
| Rules | ✅ June to mid-October only / Quiet handheld fireworks 📍 Only in 5 designated locations 💧 Bring a water bucket & take all trash home |
| Address | 1-18-31 Gotenyama, Musashino, Tokyo 180-0005 GoogleMap |
| 5 Locations | 1. East side of outdoor stage 2. Triangle Plaza near Yuyake Bridge 3. Lakeside near Community Safety Center 4. West path of playground 5. Second Park Plaza |
| Reference | ・Inokashira Onshi Park – Official Site ⚠️Fireworks Rules for Inokashira Park |
Common Rules Summary｜Follow These Everywhere
- 🎇 Aerial / rocket / firecracker types → Absolutely NO
- 💧 Always bring a water bucket
- 🧹 Take all trash and spent fireworks home
- 🤫 No loud voices or music – keep it quiet
- 🕐 Clean up and leave by the designated time
RAW JAPAN’s Takeaway
Tokyo’s parks are “strict, but not hopeless” when it comes to fireworks.
While “No Open Flames” signs are everywhere, there are still places where you can enjoy sparklers quietly.
The key is minimal prep: bring water, take your trash, keep your voice down.
Do that, and you can still enjoy a summer night in the heart of Tokyo.
You don’t need big explosions or loud bangs – just the soft glow of sparks in your hand, a reminder of the season passing and time slowing down.
Maybe that’s the kind of fireworks that fit Tokyo best right now.
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