What's included
Live tour guide: Japanese
Transport: Bus, Walk
Admission: Lake Biwa Fireworks & Drone Show (Included Reserved Seat)
Multilingual support via a Pocketalk translation device.
Meals
Before you book
Additional information
Other Reminders
- This tour is a Japanese tour. The tour conductor will provide language support using a translator (Pocket Talk).
- If the minimum number of participants (20) is not met by (14) days before the scheduled date, the tour on that date might be canceled.
- The content of the fireworks display and the number of fireworks launched are subject to change without notice.
- It takes approximately 20–30 minutes on foot (about 500m) from the parking lot to the fireworks venue. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
- After the fireworks display, you may need to wait inside the venue for around 30 minutes due to controlled exit procedures.
- When taking photos, please avoid holding your camera/phone above head level so as not to disturb other guests.
- During the fireworks viewing, please remain seated and enjoy the show from your assigned seat.
- The fireworks display will be held even in rainy weather, and the tour will operate as scheduled. However, the event may be cancelled in cases where dangerous conditions are expected, such as severe weather (typhoons, strong winds, heavy rain), rising river levels, or other safety concerns related to launching fireworks.
- The tour will proceed unless the fireworks event organizers announce cancellation before the tour departure. The final decision to cancel may also be made by the fireworks committee early on the morning of the event day. In such cases, the tour escort may notify guests of the cancellation on the day itself.
- If the fireworks display is cancelled before the day before departure, the tour fee will be refunded. However, if the fireworks display is cancelled after the tour has departed, no refund will be provided. Transportation costs to and from the meeting point will also be the guest’s responsibility.
- If the fireworks display is cancelled or postponed due to sudden severe weather after the tour has departed, no refund of the tour fee (including reserved seating fees) will be provided.
- If the return time is significantly delayed due to congestion or traffic conditions and guests are unable to catch their final public transportation, any additional transportation costs such as taxi fares will be the guest’s responsibility.
- Please bring your own items to prevent heatstroke, such as cooling goods or hydration supplies.
- Meals are not included in this tour. There will be food stalls and shops available, but please prepare your own meals if needed.
- The return arrival time will be after 11:30 PM. The stated arrival time is only an estimate and may be delayed depending on traffic conditions. Please check your final public transportation options in advance and make your own arrangements in case you cannot connect to public transportation after the tour.
- Please refrain from drinking alcohol on the bus.
- Members of the odd-numbered group may need to share seats with other passengers on the bus.
- As stipulated by Japanese law, please wear your seat belt on the tour bus.
- Please remain seated and avoid walking while the tour bus is moving.
- Seating on the bus is assigned by H.I.S staff. Please do not change your seat during the tour.
- Please be punctual and arrive at the designated meeting place on time. The bus will depart on time and will not wait for latecomers.
- Latecomers who wish to rejoin the group will be responsible for all transportation fees.
- Please wear the sticker provided by the tour guide visibly. Avoid sticking the sticker on leather goods, as it may leave marks.
- Do not use the seat reclining function or adjust the seat settings.
- Please set all electronic devices, including mobile phones and game consoles, to silent mode.
- Talking on mobile phones and making video calls are prohibited on the tour bus.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited on the tour bus.
- Arrival times at each sightseeing spot may vary depending on traffic conditions.
- The use of drones for filming or other purposes is prohibited during the tour.
- Please do not use perfume, sprays, or change baby diapers on the bus, as it may disturb other passengers.
- Manage your valuable belongings yourself.
- After the tour, please take all your trash with you and do not leave any on the bus.
- Ensure you do not forget or leave any personal belongings on the bus after the tour.
Terms & Conditions
Confirmation
- You'll get confirmation 48 hours before the departure date. If you didn't receive a confirmation email, reach out to our customer support.
Cancellation policy
- You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
- The activity will be cancelled if there is not a minimum of 20 participants. If this happens, you'll get a refund
How to use
Voucher type
- Present your mobile voucher
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
Age & eligibility
Eligibility
- This activity has no age limit
- Free for children aged 0-2 as long as they will not occupy separate seats
- Children aged 3+ will be charged the same rate as adults
- This activity requires a minimum of 20 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund






