Red Cliff to Host Recovery Drone Show at Wakura Onsen on October 11, 2025
On October 11, 2025, the renowned drone show company, Red Cliff, will be hosting a special event at Wakura Onsen in Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture. This drone show, aptly named the "Wakura Onsen Recovery Drone Show," is designed to commemorate the recovery efforts following the devastating Noto Peninsula Earthquake that struck on January 1, 2024. Coinciding with the largest Yosakoi festival in Ishikawa, this event represents a community-led initiative focused on revitalizing the region after the natural disaster.
The Noto Peninsula Earthquake brought significant challenges to Wakura Onsen, famous for its 1200-year history as a hot springs destination. Many facilities in the area are still struggling to recover, leaving the entire community facing hardships. In response, the residents have collaborated on the "Wakura Onsen Creative Recovery Plan," which emphasizes the concept of "revitalizing the rich landscapes of Noto's Satoyama and Satoumi" and aims to reinvigorate the hot spring town.
Red Cliff’s drone show will be launched from "Yunotani," the source of the hot spring waters, and will feature an impressive display of 500 drones. These drones will create a stunning visual representation in the night sky, embodying the community's strong desire to ignite the "light of recovery." By using cutting-edge technology, Red Cliff will illustrate this collective hope through the drone performance, combining elements of local culture and the aspiration for renewal.
The drone show will draw on themes from various prominent local festivals, including the "Noto Yosakoi Festival," "Aoshi Festival," and "Ishizaki Lantern Festival." Audiences will be treated to a vibrant display of colors illuminating the night sky, showcasing a vision of the future where the community thrives once more. The event's artistic direction is led by the acclaimed KUDO Shin-ichi, who aims to communicate the rich traditions of Noto and the hopeful spirit of its residents through this unique performance. He expressed his heartfelt wishes:
"I have poured my thoughts for recovery into this show. I hope that this drone performance inspired by the lively Noto Yosakoi Festival and the historic Aoishi and Ishizaki lantern festivals will act as a beacon of hope for everyone."
About the Director, KUDO Shin-ichi
KUDO Shin-ichi is a multifaceted creator known for his work in commercials, music videos, dramas, stage performances, and concerts. After studying art direction in London, he directed the film "The Passion of Roses" (starring Masatobu Nagae and Kiko Mizuhara) in 2017, which was showcased in film festivals across 12 cities worldwide. His portfolio exceeds 500 works and boasts numerous accolades, such as those from the New York Festivals and MTV Video Music Awards. KUDO also gained recognition for Chiharu Matsutoya's 50th anniversary project involving an AI recreation of Yumi Arai, which won the VFX-Japan Award for Excellence. His innovative vision continues to connect emotionally powerful pieces in various media forms.
Note: The performance is subject to cancellation for safety reasons due to weather conditions (wind speed/direction, etc.). For the latest updates on event status based on weather conditions, please check the official website here and the official Instagram account here.
Headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Red Cliff, Inc. was established on May 15, 2019. The company focuses on planning and managing drone shows, selling drone equipment, aerial photography, and programming courses. With a mission of "Delighting audiences with astonishing experiences in the night sky," Red Cliff has quickly risen as a leading company in the domestic drone show market, holding the number one market share as reported by Fujikimi Research Institute in the "2024 Comprehensive Survey of Video DX Market". Known for successful large-scale shows with over 1000 drones, their performances combine high-quality animation from veteran animators and cutting-edge drone technology to create a safe, yet spectacular experience. Recently, Red Cliff launched Japan's first fireworks drone show and conducted test flights with 3000 drones, further establishing their innovative reputation. They are also contributing to local community revitalization by fusing traditional Japanese festivals with their unique drone performances.
For behind-the-scenes content and event updates, be sure to follow Red Cliff on social media platforms:
The Noto Peninsula Earthquake brought significant challenges to Wakura Onsen, famous for its 1200-year history as a hot springs destination. Many facilities in the area are still struggling to recover, leaving the entire community facing hardships. In response, the residents have collaborated on the "Wakura Onsen Creative Recovery Plan," which emphasizes the concept of "revitalizing the rich landscapes of Noto's Satoyama and Satoumi" and aims to reinvigorate the hot spring town.
Red Cliff’s drone show will be launched from "Yunotani," the source of the hot spring waters, and will feature an impressive display of 500 drones. These drones will create a stunning visual representation in the night sky, embodying the community's strong desire to ignite the "light of recovery." By using cutting-edge technology, Red Cliff will illustrate this collective hope through the drone performance, combining elements of local culture and the aspiration for renewal.
The drone show will draw on themes from various prominent local festivals, including the "Noto Yosakoi Festival," "Aoshi Festival," and "Ishizaki Lantern Festival." Audiences will be treated to a vibrant display of colors illuminating the night sky, showcasing a vision of the future where the community thrives once more. The event's artistic direction is led by the acclaimed KUDO Shin-ichi, who aims to communicate the rich traditions of Noto and the hopeful spirit of its residents through this unique performance. He expressed his heartfelt wishes:
"I have poured my thoughts for recovery into this show. I hope that this drone performance inspired by the lively Noto Yosakoi Festival and the historic Aoishi and Ishizaki lantern festivals will act as a beacon of hope for everyone."
About the Director, KUDO Shin-ichi
KUDO Shin-ichi is a multifaceted creator known for his work in commercials, music videos, dramas, stage performances, and concerts. After studying art direction in London, he directed the film "The Passion of Roses" (starring Masatobu Nagae and Kiko Mizuhara) in 2017, which was showcased in film festivals across 12 cities worldwide. His portfolio exceeds 500 works and boasts numerous accolades, such as those from the New York Festivals and MTV Video Music Awards. KUDO also gained recognition for Chiharu Matsutoya's 50th anniversary project involving an AI recreation of Yumi Arai, which won the VFX-Japan Award for Excellence. His innovative vision continues to connect emotionally powerful pieces in various media forms.
Event Details
- - Event Name: Noto Yosakoi Festival x Noto Recovery Drone Show 2025
- - Date and Time: October 11, 2025 (Saturday) at approximately 8:00 PM for about 15 minutes
- - Location: Near Wakura Onsen Festival Hall, Nanao City, Ishikawa Prefecture
- - Official Website: Noto Yosakoi Festival
- - Organizers: Noto Yosakoi Festival Management Committee / Drone Show Management Committee
- - Co-organizer: Red Cliff, Inc.
- - Number of Drones Used: 500 (RiFF-JP model)
Note: The performance is subject to cancellation for safety reasons due to weather conditions (wind speed/direction, etc.). For the latest updates on event status based on weather conditions, please check the official website here and the official Instagram account here.
About Red Cliff, Inc.
Headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, Red Cliff, Inc. was established on May 15, 2019. The company focuses on planning and managing drone shows, selling drone equipment, aerial photography, and programming courses. With a mission of "Delighting audiences with astonishing experiences in the night sky," Red Cliff has quickly risen as a leading company in the domestic drone show market, holding the number one market share as reported by Fujikimi Research Institute in the "2024 Comprehensive Survey of Video DX Market". Known for successful large-scale shows with over 1000 drones, their performances combine high-quality animation from veteran animators and cutting-edge drone technology to create a safe, yet spectacular experience. Recently, Red Cliff launched Japan's first fireworks drone show and conducted test flights with 3000 drones, further establishing their innovative reputation. They are also contributing to local community revitalization by fusing traditional Japanese festivals with their unique drone performances.
For behind-the-scenes content and event updates, be sure to follow Red Cliff on social media platforms:
- - X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn.
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