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Fireworks on Lake Toyako in Japan

Watch fireworks every night on Lake Toyako over six months!

Best time: April–October

Fireworks on Lake Toyako
Fireworks on Lake Toyako

Fireworks are important in Japan because they are believed to scare off evil spirits. They are especially popular during the summer. Toyako Lake fireworks last for over 20 minutes are especially remarkable because they happen every day from April till October. Fireworks are launched from a ship that slowly moves along the coast. Can you imagine a more beautiful sight?

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