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Redcliff and Showa Kinen Park Announce Additional Event Highlights for "Tokyo Starlight & Light Summer Festival 2026"


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Image is for illustrative purposes only. Actual performance may vary.

– Featuring Drone Piloting Experiences, AR Stickers, and Real Drone Photo Spots! Includes Exclusive Visitor Gifts Collaborating with “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “Yodo Ran Hikari” –

Redcliff Inc. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Komei Sasaki; hereinafter “Redcliff”), a leading drone show planning and operating company, in co-sponsorship with Showa Kinen Park (Tachikawa City & Akishima City, Tokyo), has unveiled additional venue attractions for the upcoming “Tokyo Starlight & Light Summer Festival 2026,” taking place over nine days from Saturday, August 8 to Sunday, August 16, 2026.

The festival site will feature an interactive drone piloting booth designed for visitors of all ages, alongside dedicated photo spots with real show drones and augmented reality (AR) stickers.

To further elevate the summer night experience, limited-edition promotional items will be distributed on-site, including original fans featuring the movie “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and commemorative fans celebrating the 50th anniversary of “Yodo Ran Hikari” premium eggs.

Interactive Drone Experience Booth Hosted by Redcliff

©Redcliff Inc.

Redcliff will host an interactive drone booth on-site, offering visitors of all ages a fun and easy opportunity to experience drone piloting using the “Hula-JP” educational drone.

Participants will navigate the “Hula-JP”—a lightweight educational drone weighing under 100g that supports Python programming—through hands-on missions such as flying through hoops and engaging in infrared laser target shooting. In just about 3 minutes, guests can enjoy an authentic drone flight experience.

  • Duration: Approx. 3 minutes
  • Fee: ¥500

©Redcliff Inc.

Limited-edition, custom-designed AR stickers will also be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests can receive a sticker by participating in the drone piloting experience or by following Redcliff’s official social media accounts. When scanned with a smartphone, the sticker design comes to life in augmented reality.

Additionally, a dedicated photo spot featuring an actual outdoor show drone used in the event will be set up on-site, giving visitors a rare opportunity to snap memorable photos up close.

Limited-Edition Original Fans from the Movie “Spider-Man: Brand New Day

*Image is for illustrative purposes only.

Over the eight days from Saturday, August 8 to Saturday, August 15, original handheld fans featuring the movie “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” will be distributed on-site in limited daily quantities. These collectible items—celebrating the movie currently in theaters—are perfect for staying cool and beating the summer heat.

This promotion is brought to you courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment Inc., who contributed to the festival’s drone show production and provided the exclusive fans for this occasion.

  • Distribution Period: Saturday, August 8, 2026 – Saturday, August 15, 2026
  • Location: Inside the festival venue
  • Quantity: Limited daily quantities (available while supplies last)

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of “Yodo Ran Hikari”: Special Production & Limited-Edition Fans Designed by Eiji Kotouge Distributed on Sunday, August 16

This festival is proudly sponsored by Nosan Corporation (Headquarters: Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa; President & CEO: Takeshi Koyama).

“Yodo Ran Hikari”—Japan’s first branded egg (*1)—celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2026. Since its launch in 1976, “Yodo Ran Hikari” has continuously delivered the premium value of high-quality eggs to dining tables across Japan. To mark this milestone, a new TV commercial is currently airing featuring comedian Eiji Kotouge of the comedy duo “Viking.” Kotouge was also born in 1976 and turns 50 this year alongside the brand.

Featured Commercial:
“Yodo Ran Hikari: 3.5x Richer Flavor” Edition (30 sec.)

*1: Based on Hit Products Research (Akiba, Yoshinobu & Chikama, Tadao. “Secrets of Hit Product Naming.” Kodansha, Dec 2000.)

During Part 1 (approx. 7:15 PM) of the daily “Starlight Drone Theater” show throughout the festival period, a special commemorative performance will take place to honor the 50th anniversary of “Yodo Ran Hikari.”

Furthermore, exclusively on Sunday, August 16—the official anniversary date of “Yodo Ran Hikari”—limited-edition custom fans featuring original artwork by Eiji Kotouge, the brand’s new TV commercial ambassador, will be distributed in limited quantities.

This exclusive souvenir marks both the momentous 50th anniversary and the grand finale of the “Tokyo Starlight & Light Summer Festival 2026.” Be sure to collect yours at the venue!

  • Distribution Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
  • Location: Inside the festival venue
  • Quantity: Limited quantities (available while supplies last)

Disclaimers:
In the event that the festival is expected to be canceled due to adverse weather or other safety considerations, the distribution date may be moved forward without prior notice.

Tickets Now on Sale

In addition to general admission tickets, optional experience tickets are also available, including the “Starlit Lanterns” launch experience and access to the “Star-Lit Sparkler Plaza” (fireworks area).

Come and enjoy an unforgettable summer night found nowhere else, where dynamic drone light shows, synchronized music fireworks, and mesmerizing light installations illuminate the evening sky.

Event Overview

CategoryDetails
Event NameTokyo Starlit & Light Summer Festival 2026
DatesAugust 8 (Sat) – August 16 (Sun), 2026 (9 days)
Hours5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Subject to change)
VenueMinna no Harappa, Showa Kinen Park
(Tachikawa City / Akishima City, Tokyo)
Organizers & Co-OrganizersShowa Kinen Park, Redcliff Inc.
SupportersTachikawa City, The Tachikawa Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Tachikawa Tourism & Convention Association
Drone Show PartnerSony Pictures Entertainment Inc.
Planning & Creative Production PartnerHiroyoshi Uruma (Creative Director) / HIROYOSHI URUMA Inc.
Production PartnerCURIOCITY Inc. / GENICA Inc.
Main Attractions
(tentative)
Drone Show, Fireworks, Starlight Lanterns, Light-ups, Sparkler Area, Stage Programs, Food Court
AccessPlease check the official Showa Kinen Park website for detailed access information.

Important Note: On the days of the event, entry and exit are strictly limited to the Nishi-Tachikawa Gate only. Other gates will not be accessible. Please keep this in mind when planning your visit.

https://www.showakinen-koen.jp/access/
Official Websitehttps://hoshihika-fes.redcliff-inc.co.jp/
TicketingTickets are now available on Asoview! and Ticket Pia.

Please Note:
The “Starlight Drone Theater” drone show and the “Music Fireworks Show” may be subject to changes in content or schedule, or cancellation, depending on weather and other operational conditions. For the latest updates, please check the official event website.

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