Light and shadow art in the night sky -the history of “ball -shaped fireworks” in Japan

The first fireworks released in 1733 became a fixed tradition and evolved into the annual Sumida Sichuan Fireworks Conference.This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

After the first ordered fireworks were ordered, the shrines across the country began to use fireworks as sacrifice to the gods. Fireworks are deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, and gradually evolve into a form of entertainment, which is the fun firework conference we have held today.This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

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"Many people love the spectacular scenes of a large amount of fireworks, but the design of Japanese fireworks is designed to be released alone and appreciate it alone." Mr. Kobaya went on to say that the key to spherical fireworks lies in its shape. "When it blooms, it must present a perfect sphere shape regardless of size. It is extremely difficult to achieve this. More importantly, layered technology allows fireworks to show ten discoloration views when blooming. Japanese craftsmen have mastered it These technologies have used this to optimize the accuracy and dramatic perception of fireworks.This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

Mr. Xiaosong told us that Japanese fireworks technology can achieve up to six overlapping rings.This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

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There are 14 different sizes in Japan's fireworks shells, from fireworks with only 6 cm in diameter to four -foot balls of 120 cm, which is also the world's largest firework. After Japanese fireworks bloom, it will be enlarged nearly a thousand times the shell. We invite Mr. Xiaosong to introduce us with different types of Japanese fireworks and its production technology to us.This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

The main type of fireworksThis article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

Fireworks you have ever seen can be roughly divided into three categories. The first category is the classic cut (Warmono). "This type of firework blooms in a simple sphere, usually showing the observation of chrysanthemums or peony flowers. The flower pattern will gradually wither and eventually fall, like a withered flower."This article comes from: https://fireworkslit.com/Fireworkslit-https://fireworkslit.com/light-and-shadow-art-in-the-night-sky-the-history-of-ball-shaped-fireworks-in-japan/

HAPPO ZAKI (bloom in all directions) Fireworks can show a gorgeous contrasting view in the night sky

The time difference (stage blasting) Fireworks will change the color tone in stages before the dissipation. Mr. Xiaosong explained: "Before the bottom to top, they will show a variety of color changes. Such fireworks are very interesting, sometimes like Christmas lights."

Fireworks production process

"Fireworks in the United States and European countries generally show cylindrical shapes, but Japanese fireworks are spherical. The production of spherical fireworks mainly includes four steps, which takes at least three weeks to complete each step."

Mixed with gunpowder

Different combinations of various substances can show different colors. "You need to use a compound to present red, but the 锶 itself cannot be burned, so you must mix other various substances, such as aluminum alloy, which makes the red view brighter." Showing a color requires five to nine different substances. "

According to the "Explosive Control Law", fireworks producers must obtain a license to produce fireworks and firecrackers

Make "light beads"

The mixed gunpowder will be filled in the small ball mold. Mr. Xiaosong explained: "They will emit light during the explosion, so they are also called light beads."

Once the production of light beads is completed, you can wait for it to get dry

Produce explosive medicine

The next step is the key to making explosive medicines, which is also the key to the explosion of Canxing.

The explosion medicine is extremely dangerous, so you must handle it carefully

Package

Both the light beads and the explosion medicine will be installed in the round shell named "Jade Park". Then use several thick layers of pouring paper to wrap it tightly, waiting for drying and hardening.

Fill in the shell in the shell (Jade Pi)

"The packaging method of fireworks shell will affect the observation of fireworks -such as fireworks patterns, color change methods, etc. There are several standard packaging methods in the firework industry. Leave your own unique mark in traditional fireworks.

"Occasionally we will conduct trials, but in most cases, there is no need to perform actual testing. Most of the craftsmen can accurately adjust the packaging method of fireworks and present the precise observation of the expected. In the actual release, one win -win see the observation of the fireworks, and this experience is always very excited. "

Mr. Xiaosong said: "Japanese craftsmen and their careful fireworks, which symbolize the innovative spirit of endlessness in traditional Japanese craftsmanship."

Sanctuary Japanese Fireworks Conference

Japan holds more than 1,000 fireworks conference each year, most of which are held in the summer. The fireworks adopted by the fireworks conferences are different and different. Large -scale activities often attract large number of audiences, including music, city fireworks performances and fireworks release contests that match fireworks.

The Nagaoka Fireworks Conference in Niigata is one of the largest fireworks celebrations in Japan. Compared with other fireworks conferences, it has unique background music and will be played with fireworks. Nobunaga's music elements and beautiful scenery attract nearly one million viewers every year.

Nagaoka Fireworks Conference Fireworks Fireworks Fireworks: Due to the new crown epidemic, this year's Nagaoka Fireworks Conference has been canceled

Nagaoka Fireworks Conference
The Fireworks Conference will be held in the head of Niigata County from August 1st to 3rd every year.

The place where the Sagittarius flows through Tokyo is the first continuous venue for the Fireworks Conference in Japan. Fireworks conferences are held here every year. The Sumida -Sichuan Fireworks Conference is one of the largest fireworks celebrations in Tokyo. Hundreds of audiences flocked to see the beautiful blooming on the high -rise buildings on the high -rise building. tower.

Please note that as many as 20,000 fireworks are placed in the Sumida -Sichuan Fireworks Conference: Due to the new crown epidemic, this year's Sumida -Chuan Fireworks Conference has been canceled.

Sumida Sichuan Fireworks Conference
The Fireworks Conference was held on Saturday, the last Saturday of July each year, attracting about 900,000 viewers.

Xiao Song said: "Today, the common fireworks conference will last for nearly 90 minutes. The performance time seems very long, but all links have been carefully planned, so they are very attractive. Grasp the audience's eyes until the last moment. . You should avoid being too close, otherwise you may miss the subtle details of fireworks.

Daqu Fireworks Conference -Athletic Conference to show Japanese fireworks art

The Daqu Fireworks Conference in Daxian City, Akita County is also the National Fireworks Athletic Conference. Firecsmiths from all over the country will show their unique creativity in this conference and strive to fight for the highest honor of the industry -the Prime Minister Award. It started in 1910 and has long been a major event in the firework industry.

The fireworksmiths show their works at the Dazu Fireworks Conference. Please note: Due to the new crown epidemic, this year's Daze Fireworks Conference has been canceled.

"Firecsmiths will participate in four kinds of competitions." Xiao Song explained. "The competitive category held during the day will judge the smoke presented by the fireworks made by the contestants instead of light. In the class category, the contestants will show the traditional way of warfare. The test of creativity.

Japanese elite fireworks artisans will compete in the fierce conference and strive to show superb art and fireworks art, and this will also significantly promote the innovation and development of the Japanese fireworks industry.

The Great Song Fireworks Conference and the National Fireworks Athletic Conference
The National Fireworks Competition is held on Saturday in August each year. In addition, Dazu also held theme fireworks conferences in spring, autumn and winter.

The finals of the National Fireworks Competition Conference are huge, and it takes one year to prepare properly.

"The Japanese fireworks industry has a long history of 300 years, and it can continue to develop on this basis. If possible, it is recommended to add a trip to the Fireworks Conference in your trip to Japan." Mr. Xiaosong concluded.