Fireworks are very popular in Japan, and nearly every one of Tokyo's 23 wards launches them during the July and August ...

People in Akita Prefecture can watch the national Omagari fireworks contest on Aug. 26. The Tsuchiura All-Japan Fireworks Competition will take place on Nov. 4 in Ibaraki Prefecture.

Just one hour by bullet train from Tokyo and home to majestic Mount Fuji, the Japanese prefecture of Shizuoka will welcome an ...