DOCUMENTARY

Pyrotechnicians: Laying All on the Line for a Flash of Light
DOCUMENTARY
2012
30 mins Episode(s): 1
english
English
Yamazaki is a pyrotechnician who has won numerous accolades for his fireworks skills.
All his time and effort go into creating a flash in the sky that lasts just an instant.
We introduce his intricate designs at the Tsuchiura All-Japan Fireworks Competition, one of the three biggest in Japan.
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All his time and effort go into creating a flash in the sky that lasts just an instant.
We introduce his intricate designs at the Tsuchiura All-Japan Fireworks Competition, one of the three biggest in Japan.
Click here to preview the program!
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