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2015.06.30
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Summer is all about fireworks! Recommended fireworks festivals in Tokyo and Yokohama
In this article, we'll introduce some of the most popular fireworks shows, mainly in Tokyo and Yokohama. Check out the features and history of each fireworks event, as well as the viewing spots at each venue.
About the Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival (Scheduled for Saturday, July 25, 2015)
Currently, the event is held at two venues on the Sumida River in Tokyo, the first venue is from the lower reaches of Sakura Bridge to the upper reaches of Kototoi Bridge, and the second venue is from the lower reaches of Komagata Bridge to the upper reaches of Umaya Bridge. The first venue features a fireworks competition with a total of 200 fireworks, which is considered to be the highlight of the event, while the second venue features many starmines (a series of fireworks), and the two venues together display about 20,000 fireworks in the summer night sky. Recently, the collaboration of the Sky Tree and fireworks has become a hot topic, and this fireworks display is reputed to be the best in the Kanto region.
Recommended viewing spots
・Kototoi Bridge
・Kuramae Bridge
・Shioiri Park
・Higashi Shirahige Park
・Higashikomagata 3-chome intersection
・Honjo 3-chome intersection
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About Tokyo Bay Fireworks Festival (Scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2015)
The highlight of the Tokyo Bay Fireworks Festival is the spectacular match of fireworks and the night view of the Tokyo Bay area overlooking the Rainbow Bridge. You will be able to enjoy the best fireworks right in the heart of Tokyo city.
Recommended viewing spots
・ Hinode venue
・ Toyosu Park
・ Odaiba Marine Park
・ Shiokaze Park
・ Takeshiba Pier
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About Kanagawa Shimbun Fireworks Festival (Scheduled for Tuesday, August 4, 2015)
In addition, since the fireworks are launched over the sea, the viewing area is wide and can be enjoyed from various directions. It is also a great opportunity to visit some of Yokohama's tourist attractions such as Chinatown and Motomachi Shopping Street.
Recommended viewing spots
・ Rinko Park
・ Yokohama Port Osanbashi
・ Yokohama Bay Bridge Skywalk
・ Nogeyama Park
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About the Kamakura Fireworks Festival (Scheduled for Thursday, July 23, 2015)
In addition, since 2014, waste wood cut from the mountains of Kamakura has been used to make fireworks, attracting attention as an environmentally friendly fireworks display.
Recommended viewing spots
・ Hiroyama Park
・ Osaki Park
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