Kinnotake Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Hakone Town, Kanagawa Prefecture / President and CEO: Masaaki Yawata, hereinafter referred to as Kinnotake), which operates 5 inns and 4 restaurants in Hakone Town, Kanagawa Prefecture, is pleased to announce recommended events and accommodation information for summer trips to Hakone. Summer in Hakone is a season full of attractions, including the Daimonjiyaki (Great Character Bonfire) and four major fireworks festivals, as well as traditional events and summer festivals held throughout the region. Amidst the intense heat for which the Ministry of the Environment issues daily "Heatstroke Alert," Hakone, a natural summer resort about 7°C cooler than the city center, offers the enjoyment of traditional events that color the night sky in a refreshing climate. To allow more customers to experience the unique summer charms of Hakone, our group has launched a "30% OFF Summer Sale" exclusively on our official website, starting from July 1, 2026 (Wed) at four of our inns. | [Summer Vacation/Obon Hakone Sightseeing] 4 Major Fireworks Festivals & Traditional Events Lake Festival Fireworks Display Summer in Hakone is not only about its cool climate but also its greatest attraction: traditional festivals and fireworks displays held daily. This year, marking the 1269th anniversary of the founding of Hakone Shrine, major events will be held from late July to mid-August. 1269 Lake Ashi Summer Festival Week Period: July 31, 2026 (Fri) - August 6, 2026 (Thu) Content: Fireworks will be launched every night from 8:00 PM, touring the four bays of Lake Ashi (Moto-Hakone Bay, Hakone Bay, Hakone-en Bay, and Kojiri Bay) (excluding August 6). July 31 (Fri): Lake Festival Fireworks Display (Moto-Hakone Bay) = A festival for Kuzuryu Daimyojin, where underwater fireworks vividly color the lake surface. August 1 (Sat): Grand Festival Celebration Fireworks Display (Moto-Hakone Bay) = Spectacular fireworks celebrating the largest festival at Hakone Shrine. Augus