Trial by Fire

Photographer

GoNagai

Category

People Photography - Culture

Company

Submission Group

Professional

Year

2026

Country / Region:

Japan

Tezutsu Hanabi is a centuries-old tradition in Toyohashi, Aichi, Japan. Participants do not simply perform the fireworks—they craft their own bamboo launchers under the guidance of skilled artisans. On the night of the festival, each person embraces the fire they created, carrying it with courage, devotion, and gratitude. Amid the roaring flames, this moment reflects the enduring spirit of a community and its tradition.