OSAKA, Oct 02 (News On Japan) - The Naniwa Yodogawa Fireworks Festival, a staple of Osaka's summer tradition, was captured in its full glory. Featuring footage shot by ytv cameramen, who poured their collective efforts into capturing the event, the video includes stunning scenes filmed from a helicopter.
The footage is from August 3, 2024.
Source: YOMIURI
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