Join us for the Sumida River Fireworks Festival – Japan’s Oldest Fireworks

※This event will be conducted in Japanese only (No English).

🔶Meeting Point:
ガスト 浅草雷門店
https://maps.app.goo.gl/U2DJTmXcESihDckv8
※この前の道は車は通らないので道路上で集まります。

🔶Participation Fee:
500yen (Please bring a single 500yen coin.)

🔶Description:
Experience the historic Sumida River Fireworks Festival (formerly known as "Ryogoku Kawabiraki"). While the crowds are immense, the atmosphere is electric. Let’s enjoy the fireworks and the spirit of Tokyo together!

History & Origins:

Japan's Oldest: Records date back to 1733, making it the oldest recorded fireworks display in Japan.

A Prayer for Peace: It began during the Edo period (under Shogun Yoshimune) as a ritual to comfort the souls of those lost to famine and plague, and to pray for the end of the epidemic.

The Revival: After a long hiatus due to urban traffic issues, it was revived in 1978 under its current name, expanding to two launch sites to accommodate more viewers.

Important: Walking Style Viewing
Please note that there are almost no spots to sit in the free areas. We will be viewing the fireworks while walking. * The best views are while crossing the bridges.

Due to police crowd control, we will move in a "stop-and-go" fashion.

Between buildings, the fireworks may appear and disappear, so let's enjoy the conversation and the unique urban vibe!