# Japanese summer festivals using drone technology

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/japanese-summer-festivals-using-drone-technology
> Updated: 2026-08-15T22:19:05.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

Various Japanese summer festivals in 2026 are integrating drone technology alongside traditional fireworks displays.

The 110th Ashikaga Fireworks Festival at Watarase Sports Park features a 15-minute drone show using 500 drones, including segments themed around animation and idol groups. To manage rising costs, organizers have implemented crowdfunding, paid online ticketing, and AI-driven support.

In Fujisawa City, a separate event scheduled for August 18 at Katase Nishihama and Kugenuma Beach will feature a drone show titled ‘Three Goddesses and the Bell of Prayer’ followed by the ‘Miami Beach Show “Summer” Fireworks’, which serves as Noto reconstruction support fireworks.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-15: Fujisawa to host drone show and fireworks in August 2026

Fujisawa City will host a 500-drone light show and Noto reconstruction support fireworks at Katase Nishihama and Kugenuma Beach on August 18, 2026.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fujisawa-to-host-drone-show-and-fireworks-in-august-2026

### 2026-07-23: Ashikaga Fireworks 110th Anniversary Showcases Drone Display and Funding Plans

Ashikaga’s 110th fireworks festival on Aug 1, 2026 will host a 500‑drone show and pursue new funding via crowdfunding and cost‑cutting measures to sustain the historic event.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ashikaga-fireworks-110th-anniversary-showcases-drone-display-and-funding-plans

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