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Drone Show Japan Lights Up Noto's Night Sky

On August 16, 2025, Drone Show Japan hosted a spectacular event titled "Charge & Go! Special Version for Noto Reconstruction" as part of the Gozare Festival organized by the Noto Mirai Creative Network. The event attracted around 4,000 visitors, each one gazing skyward in anticipation of a magical evening.

The show featured breathtaking displays of lights simulating Noto Kiriko, the region’s traditional oversized lanterns, alongside the iconic Noto Peninsula, bringing forth a sense of nostalgia and hope for the future. The combination of the area's cultural heritage and modern drone technology left the audience awestruck, resulting in roaring applause and cheers as the night sky came alive with vibrant images.

This unique blend of tradition and innovation aimed not only to visually stimulate the audience but also to serve as a beacon of hope for those affected by the recent earthquakes in the region. With the mission of supporting victims and helpers alike, Drone Show Japan aspires to enhance local culture and invigorate tourism in Noto.

Event Overview

• - Drone Show Name: Charge & Go! Special Version for Noto Reconstruction
• - Date and Time: August 16, 2025, from 20:15 to 20:30
• - Location: Yanagida Botanical Park, Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture
• - Attendance: Approximately 4,000 participants (across the Gozare Festival)
• - Organizer: Noto Mirai Creative Network
• - Planning and Production: Drone Show Japan
• - Collaborators: Ageha Ride Co., Ltd. (President: Kenn Kato, Songwriter), Lucas Drone Co., Ltd.
• - Drone Model Used: DSJ MODEL-X with 500 units

Insights from Organizers

Takeshi Takeuchi, representing the Noto Mirai Creative Network, expressed that the aim was to create new tourism resources that compensate for the lost sights due to earthquakes. By illuminating the night with stars and Kiriko through a drone show, they hoped to uplift the spirits of the local community while attracting visitors from outside.

The first installment, which revolved around the lively theme of AAA’s hit song “Charge & Go!”, showcased an exquisite synthesis of music and light, captivating the spectators. Following this, excitement builds for the upcoming second show, set against the beautiful backdrop of the seaside town, and the much-anticipated final show titled “Light of the Sea.”

Second Show Announcement

The second part of the drone show, also titled "Charge & Go! Special Version for Noto Reconstruction," is set to take place on September 7, 2025, at 20:00 for approximately 15 minutes at Minato no Niwa in Noto Town, Ishikawa Prefecture. There will be a third installment planned for October 25, 2025, once again at Yanagida Botanical Park.

A Message of Hope

The company aims to deliver a message of hope through light, wishing to evoke courage and emotion in everyone watching. This drone show transcends mere entertainment, aspiring to become a catalyst for the reconstruction of Noto and support for those affected. The heartfelt aim is for the mesmerizing visuals to resonate with the audience and fortify the spirits of the people in the affected regions.

Musical Notes

The special version of the show features the hit song “Charge & Go!” released by AAA in 2011, with lyrics by Kenn Kato and melodies by renowned composer Tetsuya Komuro. Coincidentally created in the same year as the East Japan earthquake, the lyrics echo a message of resilience and hope, wishing for it to touch the hearts of those in the devastated areas and all supporters of the recovery efforts.

Companies Involved

• - Ageha Ride Co., Ltd.

- CEO: Ken Kato (Songwriter)
- Specializes in planning, producing, and operating drone shows and light advertising.
- Located in Shinjuku, Tokyo.
- Website: ageharide.tokyo

• - Lucas Drone Co., Ltd.

- CEO: Toshio Ochi
- Offers drone show planning, production, and management, along with light advertising.
- Headquartered in Uruma, Okinawa, with an office in Tokyo.
- Website: lucasdrones.co.jp

• - Drone Show Japan

- CEO: Yuki Yamamoto
- Develops and manufactures specialized drone units called DSJ MODEL-X, operates drone shows, and offers light advertising services.
- Headquarters located in Kanazawa, Ishikawa, and Tokyo.
- Website: droneshow.co.jp