The first firework festival was held in during the Kyoho famine in 1732. The fireworks were part of a festival for the dead. Because of the economic crisis in the country due to the famine, the festival was also a celebration of life and entertainment for the poverty-stricken masses. The tradition became established in 1810. Over the years rivalries between the guilds of pyrotechnicians emerged. The Tamaya and the Kagiya guild quickly became the two major rivals, both trying to gain popularity and support of the onlookers. The tradition dropped off in the 1920s and eventually ceased entirely during World War II. Only in 1978, the tradition was reinstated and continues under the name of Sumidagawa Fireworks Festival until today.
Nowadays, there are many firework festivals in around the world. And almost every city celebrates some event with fireworks. National holidays, New Year or major events are among the most common reasons for the beautiful entertainment.
This discs comes with a scenic disc showing ships and boats. Those who always wanted to watch fireworks on the water will certainly enjoy it.