From Saturday, September 19th to Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026, three events will be held at Daisen Park in Sakai City to add color to the autumn nights.
The "Osaka Sakai Balloon" offers nighttime views of Sakai's nightscape and the World Heritage site "Mozu Kofun Group" from approximately 100 meters above ground. The "Daisen Park Thanks Lantern 2026" event features lanterns expressing gratitude illuminating the night sky, and the "Moon Viewing Lanterns" event is a special autumn nighttime opening where visitors can stroll through a Japanese garden bathed in light and moonlight.
You can enjoy fantastical scenery from both the sky and the earth.
These four special autumn days offer a chance to enjoy a different side of Daisen Park than during the daytime.
Spend a memorable evening with your family, friends, or loved ones.

① Osaka Sakai Balloon Night Operation
Take a hot air balloon ride from Daisen Park and soar into the night sky.
Enjoy special views that are different from regular service, such as the cityscape of Sakai spread out above and the night view around the World Heritage site "Mozu Kofun Group".
*Please note that service may be suspended due to weather conditions, wind conditions, etc.

② Daisen Park Thanks Lantern 2026
At Daisen Park, where the Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated, lanterns will be launched into the night sky, carrying messages of gratitude and wishes for loved ones.
The venue will feature food trucks, festival stalls, workshops, performances, bubble-blowing experiences, and more, making it a fun place for the whole family from noon until night.
*A paid ticket is required to launch the lanterns.

③ Daisen Park Japanese Garden Special Nighttime Opening "Moon Viewing Lights"
On autumn nights, Japanese gardens are enveloped in soft light and moonlight.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the enchanting garden, where light and moonlight create a magical atmosphere amidst the crisp air and tranquility.
*An additional entrance fee to the Japanese garden is required. The event will proceed rain or shine, but will be canceled in case of severe weather.