亮点
- About 20,000 fireworks over two launch sites
- Tokyo Skytree framed in many viewing spots
- Crowds in yukata line the riverbanks
由来与背景
Tracing its roots to the 1733 Ryogoku 'Kawabiraki' river-opening fireworks, this is one of Japan's oldest fireworks traditions, revived in its modern form in 1978.
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Approx. 5–15 min walk from Asakusa Station (Tokyo Metro/Toei/Tobu) Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- culture seekers, date night, families, groups of friends
温馨提示
It's extremely crowded — arrive hours early or scout a riverside spot upstream of Asakusa.
交通
Sumida River (Asakusa area) — Around Sakurabashi & Komagata Bridges, Sumida/Taito Wards, Tokyo