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The Soaring Dragons of Chichibu

Chichibu in Saitama Prefecture is a charming, rustic spot not far from Tokyo. It is known for its hundreds of annual festivals. These include the Chichibu Night Festival, as well as one that features rockets. In the Yoshida Ryusei Festival, which takes place in October, locals handcraft rockets that are launched high in the air and release colorful decorations or firework clusters on the way down. We meet the people who are passing down this special tradition.

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  • Originally Aired November 28, 2023
  • Created November 29, 2023 by
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  • Modified November 29, 2023 by
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