"Peak Fireworks × Mt. Fuji", a One-Night-Only Spectacular Experience That Stirred Hearts: 'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji" 2026 ~Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern~' Event Report
The Zekkei Hanabi Executive Committee successfully held 'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji" 2026' on April 25, 2026, at the unique World Heritage site, Mt. Fuji. This premium fireworks event featured world-class pyrotechnicians and traditional hand-held fireworks, offering a spectacular experience to a limited audience.
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The Zekkei Hanabi Executive Committee hosted 'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji" 2026 ~Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern~' (hereinafter referred to as Zekkei Hanabi), a one-night-only premium spring fireworks entertainment, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Held in the unparalleled location within the World Heritage site of Mt. Fuji, with Mt. Fuji as the backdrop, this event allowed attendees to luxuriously enjoy world-class fireworks. A special viewing environment with all paid seating was set up on the vast grounds at the foot of Mt. Fuji, providing an ultimate viewing experience for a limited number of visitors within the spacious area.
In 2026, the world's top pyrotechnicians, renowned for their tradition and awards, evolved from "BIG4" to "BIG5" and gathered at Mt. Fuji for the first time. In line with the event theme "Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern," a special one-night-only program was launched, allowing attendees to experience the fireworks culture itself, from Japanese tradition to innovation. Furthermore, the event featured Tezutsu Hanabi (hand-held fireworks), said to originate from Yoshida Shrine, as a special performance, creating a breathtaking spectacle of launched fireworks and pillars of fire rising from the ground. With the changing colors of the sky, every moment was elevated to a "spectacular view," captivating the visitors.
'Zekkei Hanabi,' which has attracted attention from both Japan and abroad with each successive event, has decided to hold the next event at the same venue on Saturday, April 17, 2027, as a unique, premier fireworks entertainment.
'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji"'
https://the-zekkeihanabi.com/mt-fuji/
■ 'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji" 2026 ~Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern~' Report
The daytime of the event was cloudy, but as the start time approached, the clouds slowly drifted away, gradually changing into a calm sky with soft sunlight. Late-blooming cherry blossoms adorned various spots around the venue, and with Mt. Fuji quietly standing with more lingering snow than usual, the cold, clear, dry air accentuated the outlines and delicate colors of the fireworks. This created the best viewing space where the ultimate fireworks unique to 'Zekkei Hanabi' bloomed across the entire sky.
The "BIG5" pyrotechnicians who created this event—the leading figures in the fireworks industry, comprising the "BIG4" (Beniya Aoki Fireworks, Isoya Fireworks, Saiki Fireworks, Kikuya Obata Fireworks) and the first-time guest pyrotechnician, Kita Nihon Fireworks, known as the pioneer of character fireworks—developed a special one-night-only program for 2026, in line with the theme "Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern," allowing attendees to experience the fireworks culture itself, from Japanese tradition to innovation.
The program, which leveraged the unique topography and slopes at the foot of Mt. Fuji, featured a diverse composition. It was based on ancient Japanese "Wabi" (traditional fireworks), transitioning to "Yobi" (Western-style fireworks) as colors were layered, a collaboration of flat and three-dimensional shaped fireworks, a directory of various-sized shells allowing enjoyment of each pyrotechnician's masterpieces, starmines combining innovative fireworks, and special collaborations between masters and apprentices. On the canvas of the sky, precise performances manipulated time, sometimes speedily, sometimes like slow motion, creating moments where the techniques and aesthetic sensibilities of the pyrotechnicians intersected.
A variety of fireworks, differing in size, shape, and style, were launched based on a meticulously calculated design, rich in color and vibrancy, and with precise timing. They depicted depth through the beauty of individual bursts and overlapping layers, creating sophisticated expressions based on traditional styles. The audience responded with great applause and cheers for the advanced techniques and compositional skills that only Japan's top pyrotechnicians could achieve.
Attendees included both domestic and increasingly inbound visitors. The event became a tournament where guests could experience the 'Zekkei Hanabi' style of enjoying with all five senses, with VVIP/VIP seats offering special fireworks viewing and gourmet content that allowed them to feel Japanese culture, as well as photographer seats for fireworks enthusiasts.
Among fireworks events nationwide, this one offered the closest viewing area, where fireworks bloomed almost directly overhead. It felt as if fireworks were raining down three-dimensionally, providing a powerful viewing experience accompanied by the sound of explosions.
■ "The Zekkei Hanabi \"Mt. Fuji\" 2026" Program Lineup
1. Prologue Fireworks "Twilight of Fuji" (Saiki Fireworks)
A unique performance of "The Zekkei Hanabi." A collaboration of the majestic figure of Fuji and fireworks during the precious twilight hours.
2. Special Performance: Tezutsu Hanabi (Hand-held Fireworks)
The oldest fireworks in Japan, originating from Yoshida Shrine (Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture). Pyrotechnicians and bearers directly hold and ignite them, delivering a brave traditional fireworks display where they endure intense sparks.
3. Starmine "Stars Sparkling on Blue Fuji" (Beniya Aoki Fireworks)
The blue ridgeline of Fuji sinks into the night. The presence of night envelops the mountain, and one by one, stars light up the sky. Beniya Aoki Fireworks, a top runner in the fireworks industry, beautifully expressed the sparkling light of stars illuminating Fuji's blue ridgeline with fireworks.
4. Master's Fireworks "
In 2026, the world's top pyrotechnicians, renowned for their tradition and awards, evolved from "BIG4" to "BIG5" and gathered at Mt. Fuji for the first time. In line with the event theme "Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern," a special one-night-only program was launched, allowing attendees to experience the fireworks culture itself, from Japanese tradition to innovation. Furthermore, the event featured Tezutsu Hanabi (hand-held fireworks), said to originate from Yoshida Shrine, as a special performance, creating a breathtaking spectacle of launched fireworks and pillars of fire rising from the ground. With the changing colors of the sky, every moment was elevated to a "spectacular view," captivating the visitors.
'Zekkei Hanabi,' which has attracted attention from both Japan and abroad with each successive event, has decided to hold the next event at the same venue on Saturday, April 17, 2027, as a unique, premier fireworks entertainment.
'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji"'
https://the-zekkeihanabi.com/mt-fuji/
■ 'The Zekkei Hanabi "Mt. Fuji" 2026 ~Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern~' Report
The daytime of the event was cloudy, but as the start time approached, the clouds slowly drifted away, gradually changing into a calm sky with soft sunlight. Late-blooming cherry blossoms adorned various spots around the venue, and with Mt. Fuji quietly standing with more lingering snow than usual, the cold, clear, dry air accentuated the outlines and delicate colors of the fireworks. This created the best viewing space where the ultimate fireworks unique to 'Zekkei Hanabi' bloomed across the entire sky.
The "BIG5" pyrotechnicians who created this event—the leading figures in the fireworks industry, comprising the "BIG4" (Beniya Aoki Fireworks, Isoya Fireworks, Saiki Fireworks, Kikuya Obata Fireworks) and the first-time guest pyrotechnician, Kita Nihon Fireworks, known as the pioneer of character fireworks—developed a special one-night-only program for 2026, in line with the theme "Japan's Pinnacle, Unparalleled Ancient and Modern," allowing attendees to experience the fireworks culture itself, from Japanese tradition to innovation.
The program, which leveraged the unique topography and slopes at the foot of Mt. Fuji, featured a diverse composition. It was based on ancient Japanese "Wabi" (traditional fireworks), transitioning to "Yobi" (Western-style fireworks) as colors were layered, a collaboration of flat and three-dimensional shaped fireworks, a directory of various-sized shells allowing enjoyment of each pyrotechnician's masterpieces, starmines combining innovative fireworks, and special collaborations between masters and apprentices. On the canvas of the sky, precise performances manipulated time, sometimes speedily, sometimes like slow motion, creating moments where the techniques and aesthetic sensibilities of the pyrotechnicians intersected.
A variety of fireworks, differing in size, shape, and style, were launched based on a meticulously calculated design, rich in color and vibrancy, and with precise timing. They depicted depth through the beauty of individual bursts and overlapping layers, creating sophisticated expressions based on traditional styles. The audience responded with great applause and cheers for the advanced techniques and compositional skills that only Japan's top pyrotechnicians could achieve.
Attendees included both domestic and increasingly inbound visitors. The event became a tournament where guests could experience the 'Zekkei Hanabi' style of enjoying with all five senses, with VVIP/VIP seats offering special fireworks viewing and gourmet content that allowed them to feel Japanese culture, as well as photographer seats for fireworks enthusiasts.
Among fireworks events nationwide, this one offered the closest viewing area, where fireworks bloomed almost directly overhead. It felt as if fireworks were raining down three-dimensionally, providing a powerful viewing experience accompanied by the sound of explosions.
■ "The Zekkei Hanabi \"Mt. Fuji\" 2026" Program Lineup
1. Prologue Fireworks "Twilight of Fuji" (Saiki Fireworks)
A unique performance of "The Zekkei Hanabi." A collaboration of the majestic figure of Fuji and fireworks during the precious twilight hours.
2. Special Performance: Tezutsu Hanabi (Hand-held Fireworks)
The oldest fireworks in Japan, originating from Yoshida Shrine (Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture). Pyrotechnicians and bearers directly hold and ignite them, delivering a brave traditional fireworks display where they endure intense sparks.
3. Starmine "Stars Sparkling on Blue Fuji" (Beniya Aoki Fireworks)
The blue ridgeline of Fuji sinks into the night. The presence of night envelops the mountain, and one by one, stars light up the sky. Beniya Aoki Fireworks, a top runner in the fireworks industry, beautifully expressed the sparkling light of stars illuminating Fuji's blue ridgeline with fireworks.
4. Master's Fireworks "