[Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd.] YANAI MOON NIGHT ~Relive that excitement once again~
*Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd.*
Press release: September 7, 2024
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YANAI MOON NIGHT ~That excitement once again~
*This year as well, 2,000 glowing balloons “Lumiem” will be flying in the night sky under an “almost” full moon. Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd. holds the event for the second time at Yamaguchi Flower Land (Yanai City)*
YANAI MOON NIGHT2024 flyer
Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Representative Director and President: Tsuneyuki Tsubono) will hold the “YANAI
MOON NIGHT ~ Relive that excitement once again ~ This year as well, we will be holding an event where 2,000 glowing balloons, “Lumiem,” the most ever, will dance in the night sky “almost” every month. Special event site
*What is YANAI MOON NIGHT*
The first “YANAI MOON”
NIGHT” was an event held by the company on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, to commemorate the renewal of Kakonoki’s representative product “Eggs Found on the Moon.” In honor of the number “1986”, which is the year of the product’s birth, 1,986 glowing balloons called “Lumiem” floated through the night sky, creating a magical scene that attracted approximately 700 visitors.
After the event, there were many happy voices such as, “The many Lumiems were so fantastic and so beautiful.” “It was so much fun to be able to participate in such a wonderful event on the last full moon night of the year.” Due to the overwhelming response, we have decided to hold the event for the second time.
When holding the event, we had the idea that “this year, we would like all of our visitors to have an even longer and more enjoyable time.”
After many internal meetings, we came up with the idea of holding an event that the whole family could enjoy on September 16th (Monday, a public holiday), which is Respect for the Aged Day and the day before the Harvest Moon.
We hope that you and your family, including your grandparents, can come and look at the night sky filled with glowing balloons, creating wonderful memories that will remain in your memory.
This year, we will also be holding a night market where you can sell Tsukimi Dango and shaved ice, as well as fish for sweets. Enjoy a fun time with your family on the long autumn nights.
* What is Lumiem? *
Lumiem is a balloon developed by Material Balloon Yu Ltd. (Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture) in cooperation with the Yamaguchi Prefectural Industrial Technology Center over a period of about eight years. Fill it with helium gas, irradiate it with a black light for a certain period of time, and then release it into the sky to illuminate the night sky with a flickering, graceful glow.
All materials used are those that can be returned to nature, making these balloons eco-friendly and earth-friendly.
*Put your “wishes” on 2000 Lumiems, the largest number in Japan* At this event, we will fly 2000 Lumiems, more than last year. In addition, cards with wishes written on them are tied to the 2000 Lumiems and sent flying. Those attending on the day will have the opportunity to write their wishes on a message card and have an irreplaceable experience as they release it into the sky with Lumiem.
*From Mr. Tsubono, Manager of the Marketing Headquarters who planned the project*
“Last year’s YANAI MOON
At “NIGHT,” many people participated and had a wonderful time sharing fantastic views. We are deeply grateful for the kind words we have received from everyone. This year as well, a record 2,000 luminous balloons called “Lumiem” will fly in the night sky under an almost full moon. We hope that this event, which will be held on Respect for the Aged Day, will be a special memory that will remain in everyone’s hearts. ”
* “YANAI MOON NIGHT ~ Relive that excitement once again ~ This year too, 2,000 glowing balloons “Lumiem” will dance in the night sky under an “almost” full moon” *
■Date and time: September 16, 2024 (Monday/holiday) 17:30-20:00 ■Venue: Yamaguchi Flower Land (500-1 Shinjo, Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture) ■Admission fee: Adults from 500 yen (advance reservation required, limited to 300 people)
*Free for elementary school students and under
*You can enter the venue from 17:30.
Click here for advance reservations
■Sponsor: Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd. (5275 Yanai, Yanai City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, TEL 0820-22-0757)
■Co-host: Yamaguchi Flower Land
*Asahi Confectionery Co., Ltd.*
The company strives to provide Asahi Seika’s unique hospitality that is one step ahead of the times, and uses ingenuity to ensure that customers not only feel safe and secure, but also enjoy “delicious sweets” and “sweets that customers need right now.” Masu. Because we are a “company that is loved by the people of Yamaguchi and was grown in Yamaguchi,” our mission is to continue to be a “confectionery shop that is grateful to Yamaguchi, closely connected to Yamaguchi, and can be the pride of Yamaguchi.” Our beloved staff will continue to work together to provide sincere hospitality while keeping everyone’s smiles in mind.