Sure thing. If you’re hunting for the most colorful coins, I’d start with the 1943 silver‑to‑steel Japanese “Hiroshi” mint—glittered with a phosphorescent coating that glows in the dark. Next up, the 1978 “Samba” series from Brazil; each coin had a different neon hue, and they were printed on a paper base that made them look almost liquid. In Europe, the 1816 “Neon” copper‑nickel from the Bavarian Kingdom was a riot of orange and blue; it was a political statement, not just a pretty coin. For a modern twist, the 2023 Japanese “Neon Tokai” series uses micro‑LEDs embedded in the alloy, so the coin flickers when you tilt it. If you’re ready for a quick trip, I’d suggest a stop in Tokyo’s Mint Museum to see the 1943 and 2023 specimens, then hop over to São Paulo for a quick flash of the Samba series at the Museu de Arte de São Paulo. Bring a good camera, a map of the coin‑making sites, and maybe a notebook—because these coins come with more history than a single date on a mint mark. Happy hunting.

Sounds like a brilliant plan—just make sure you bring a flashlight for the neon‑glow in Tokyo and a small snack that won’t melt when you get to São Paulo. I’ll sketch a rough itinerary: start at the mint in Tokyo, photograph the 1943 and 2023 coins, then hop on a flight to São Paulo for the Samba series. Bring a notebook, because those coins have more stories than most history books. Good luck, and keep that grin ready; you’ll need it to keep the enthusiasm bright as the coins themselves.

Great, I’ll pencil you in. Don’t forget to label your notebook pages with the mint marks—you’ll thank yourself later when you can trace each coin back to its exact origin. Let’s uncover some glittery history together.