Bruno Mars sure loves Japan. After a string of sold-out concerts in recent years – and not to mention that infectious Don Quijote jingle in 2024 – the Grammy-winning artist is returning in a whole new way this autumn. This time, he’s lighting up the sky with the Bruno Mars Fireworks Show 2025, a world-first collaboration with Japanese fireworks artisans.
Held first in Saitama on November 1, before moving to Osaka's Sennan Long Park on November 15, the event blends Bruno Mars’s greatest hits with Japan’s world-famous pyrotechnics to create a unique music-led fireworks festival. Each location will feature a different 60-minute setlist of his biggest songs, all choreographed to a mesmerising fireworks display. What’s more, Bruno himself is reportedly involved in the creative direction of the show, so this isn’t just a name licensing deal.
The Osaka edition promises a resort-style atmosphere set along the beach at Sennan Long Park. Doors open at 3.30pm, with the hour-long fireworks launching at 6.30pm, but there’s plenty to enjoy beforehand. Expect a DJ zone to set the party mood, a food and drink area, a photo booth, and of course, a giant screen playing Bruno Mars’s music videos. Judging from the programme, the event is shaping up to be a fun-filled seaside getaway.
Tickets for the Osaka show range from ¥7,000 up to an eye-watering ¥440,000 for the luxury Suite Box, which accommodates four guests and includes access to a private lounge with refreshments, VIP passes, exclusive merchandise like a tote bag and bath towel, plus parking. There’s also a dedicated photographer ticket for ¥20,000 and wheelchair-accessible seating for ¥11,000.
As for the Saitama show, which will be held at Saitama Stadium 2002, tickets range from ¥7,000 to ¥110,000.
The general pre-sale starts at noon on Saturday September 20, and runs until Sunday September 28. Tickets are available online and sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Oh, just so we’re clear: Bruno Mars won’t be appearing at the event in person. But he has shared a special video message for fans, which you can watch here:
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