Summer in Japan means hanabi taikai (firework festivals), and if you’re unprepared you may find your night quickly fizzling out.
When arriving at a fireworks spot by train, make sure to charge your Suica or Pasmo card, or buy a return ticket for the journey home in advance. The last thing you want to do is end a fun night waiting in line to get a ticket.
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