The Fourth of July marks one of the most significant events in the history of the United States. On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia, officially breaking bonds with England and forming a new independent nation, the United States of America. Independence Day is celebrated on July 4 because independence from Britain was officially declared on that day. On July 8, 1776, the first public readings of the Declaration of Independence were held to the ringing of bells and band music.
Early Independence Day celebrations included games and sports events, military parades, bonfires, and fireworks. Nowadays most Americans have a holiday from work or school on July 4. Communities and families organize all-day picnics and barbecues with favorite American foods like hot dogs and hamburgers, potato salad, baked beans, pie, and watermelon. Many people display the American flag outside their homes or buildings. Some cities have parades with people dressed up as the original “founding fathers,” who march to the music of high school bands. At dusk, people across the country gather with friends and family to watch local fireworks displays.

Fireworks explode in front of the Manhattan skyline during the Macy's Fourth of July fireworks show in 2015. (AP Photo/Jason DeCrow)
Many U.S. embassies and consulates around the world, including Tokyo and the five consulates in Japan, invite people from the local community to join their Independence Day festivities. The grounds are decked out in red, white, and blue, and a variety of American musical performances, cultural displays, and refreshments are provided for all to enjoy.
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Hello,
My family and I will be in Tokyo on July 4, 2019. We would like to celebrate the holiday with some fellow Americans. Will the U.S. Embassy or any other organizations be sponsoring fireworks or some type of celebration? Thank you.
Hi. Our family will be in Tokyo, too, and I was wondering if there is any gatherings / bbq / fireworks / parties for Americans.
独立記念日おめでとう!!!
過去の歴史には様々な事がありましたが、しかし両国の努力でこの難関を乗り越えて現在があります
両国国民の今後の世界平和構築の為の努力に期待したいと思います
頑張りましょう
America Independence Day July 4 2017, Declaration of Independence 241 years ago on July 4, 1776.
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