Suruga traditional fireworks to enjoy at home! Launched the first self-owned brand “Gisuke” of a long-established fireworks company

2020.07.03

Inoue Toy Fireworks Co., Ltd., a well-established fireworks manufacturing company with a history of about 100 years, is the first company’s own brand fireworks assortment of high-class fireworks “Surugawa traditional fireworks “Yoshisuke” (Yoshisuke) June 2020 It was released on the 17th.

“Gisuke” is a special fireworks set brand that combines three types of “Japanese fire” made from traditional Japanese materials and “Sahi” which is highly regarded overseas. The name is derived from the sword and fireworks that are made of the same material, as well as the respect and respect for Shimada’s swordsmith, Meiji Yoshisuke. While the fireworks display was postponed all over because of the new coronavirus, we wanted to have a peaceful time with handheld fireworks and to deepen the bonds of the family.

In addition, it is also recommended as a gift to celebrate with your loved one, or as a gift for the day of Hare. For those who can’t actually catch fireworks, you can enjoy the images on the brand site as if you were watching an art.

◎ Shimada fireworks and swords

During the Edo period, Suruga Kuni Shimada-juku was on the left bank of the Oi River. It is said that the traveler, who was “retained by the river” due to the increase in water in the river, enjoyed fireworks with Japanese firewood (wabizai) such as salt stone, sulfur, red pine charcoal, and iron sand packed in a thin reed tube.

At the same time, many swordsmiths were active in Shimada. Among them, the master carpenter, “Gisuke” was the most famous and was a swordsmith who was keen to study the trends of the times. In addition, the theory that Ieyasu Tokugawa was the first person to see fireworks in Japan was left behind in the ancient document “Supu Government Records.” In this way, Shimada has a deep connection with swords and fireworks, so the traditional Suruga-kuni traditional fireworks “Gisuke” was born in honor of Yoshisuke Niko.

"Gisuke"

1. “Gisuke” Kamui Gold/Silver · “Gisuke” smart · “Gisuke” Hana · “Gisuke” pole

(From the left) ``Gisuke'' Kamui Gin, Iki, Hana, Goku, Kamui Kin

2. Custom-made package of recycled milk pack “Milpax” made with SDGs in mind

"Gisuke" package

◎”Gisuke” lineup

1 Kamui Kin (Round gold fireworks)
2 “Kamui silver” (round silver fireworks)
Sparks consisting of iron particles become beautiful golden flowers that bloom continuously.
Because it has a sphere, you can enjoy a three-dimensional fireworks
*Although the appearance of gold and silver is different, it is the same type of fireworks that uses common gunpowder.
3 “Iki” (black x silver fireworks)
The material ignites in the air and continuously emits a dazzling flash of light.
The appearance is as if a golden bell were dancing all around.
4 “Flower” (black fireworks)
When a material containing charcoal ignites, orange sparks and golden sparks are scattered.
Please appreciate the flowers that bloom like lithe willow branches.
5 “Goku” (black x gold fireworks)
A special combination of gunpowder causes a flashing golden spark.
Please pay attention to the expression of light that repeats light and shade

*Patent/trademark acquisition/application completed

◎Product Overview

Product name: Yoshisuke (Kamui Kin, Kamui Gin, Iki, Hana, Goku 1 each
(A set of 5 fireworks, 1 candle, 1 postcard)
Price: 3,000 yen (tax and shipping not included)
Sales form: Made to order by phone or contact form on the official website
"Gisuke" set

◎How to order
We accept orders via the inquiry form on the official website and by phone.
◆ Inquiry form
>Contact form link
◆TEL.0547-37-2460
(Telephone reception hours/Monday-Friday 10:00-16:00)
* Currently, we are flooded with applications.
Due to build-to-order manufacturing, it takes about 2 weeks to ship.
*After receiving your order, we will send you an invoice by email or fax.
After confirming the transfer, we will ship sequentially.

◎About Inoue Toy Fireworks Co., Ltd.
Inoue Shoten, the predecessor of the company, was founded in 1952, and then established a stock company in 1952, which led to a major shift to the business centered on fireworks. Since then, we have been expanding our business by exporting overseas and opening new factories, but there were also critical situations such as cheap fireworks coming in from China due to the recession. However, during that time, we have consistently continued our business by focusing on original product development and domestic manufacturing. Currently, we are engaged in manufacturing other than smoke and fire. To promote Japan’s fireworks culture, the Instagram “Asobi” operated and managed by employees introduces information about fireworks from all over the country and the charm of handheld fireworks. We will continue to work on new projects that will make more people aware of the appeal of domestic fireworks, with the spirit of the old and new knowledge.
>”Gisuke” brand site

Representative: Yoshikatsu Inoue / 4th generation Yoshihiko Inoue and "Gisuke"

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