It looks like the “36th Ashiyagawa Genji Firefly Observation Event” will be held on Saturday, June 6 around Kaimori Bridge near Hankyu Ashiyagawa Station〜 ※Will be held in light rain
Quoted from Ashiya City Official Website / Ashiyagawa Genji Firefly Observation Event
Ashiyagawa Genji Firefly Observation Event
When is it?
Saturday, June 6, 2026
19:30〜21:00
Where is it?
Around Kaimori Bridge〜the upstream walkway
The meeting place is southeast of Kaimori Bridge, on the west side of Certified Kodomoen Yamate Yume.
Here it is on the map↓
The address is around Higashi-Ashiyacho〜Yamatecho, Ashiya City, Hyogo Prefecture.
What will happen there?
- Explanation about Genji fireflies（19:45〜）
- Observe Genji fireflies while walking at your own pace along the upstream walkway from Kaimori Bridge
- You cannot go down to the river
How much does it cost?
Free
Capacity?
No capacity limit
Who can join?
Anyone is welcome
How to apply
No application required
Event details here（Ashiya City Official Website）
Finally
The Genji fireflies along the Ashiyagawa River become a hot topic around this time every year. This year, you might once again be able to see fireflies glowing softly〜. Since you can observe them while walking along the quiet Ashiyagawa River at night, it also sounds nice for anyone who wants to enjoy a bit of nature.
