Samani Confirms 54th Apoi Fire Festival for 2026 Summer Coastal Celebration

Samani Town’s Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division confirmed on July 21, 2026 that the 54th Apoi Fire Festival will be held during the summer of 2026, one of the southern Hidaka coast’s largest annual community events.

About the festival

The Apoi Fire Festival is named after Mt. Apoi, the town’s iconic peak recognised by UNESCO as part of the Apoi Geopark, with the festival’s fires echoing legends associated with the mountain. Programming typically includes coastal fire displays, performing arts and stalls run by local producers.

Why it matters

At its 54th edition, the festival is one of the most continuously operated coastal festivals in the Hidaka region and has become a fixed point on Samani’s summer calendar. Its Apoi-linked branding ties community identity to the town’s geological heritage.

For international readers

Samani is reached via the Hidaka Expressway and connecting national routes. Nearby anchors include the Apoi Geopark Visitor Centre and Cape Enrumu.

Source: Samani Town official website, July 21, 2026.