The Tokyo Mega Illumi event, held at Oi Racecourse on non-racing days, offers a variety of stunning, photo-worthy displays. Highlights include the Mega Tree, vibrant Rainbow Stairs, the charming Rose Garden, a wisteria-themed Wisteria Trellis, and the breathtaking 100-meter-long Edo Sakura Tunnel.

Cutting-edge attractions like colorful moving lights, which shift and dance in different shapes, and interactive projection mapping that responds to your footsteps, add an extra layer of magic to this must-see event!

As a special feature unique to Oi Racecourse, the Miniature Horse and Pony Event takes place daily in front of G-FRONT. Adorably groomed miniature horses and ponies, with braided manes and tails decorated with ribbons, make an appearance to delight visitors.

Additional activities include pony riding and carriage rides, available on select days with advance reservation and a fee. It’s a charming experience for animal lovers of all ages!

The annual illumination event at Yomiuri Land is a spectacular production by renowned lighting designer Motoko Ishii, transforming the park into a vibrant display of colorful lights.

There’s plenty to see, starting with the Fountain Show, held every 15 minutes from 5 PM until closing time, followed by the Light Hop, a glowing display set upon the water’s surface at the center of the pool (every 30 minutes from 5:15 PM). There’s also the Silhouette stage show, where dancers decked out in dazzling lights perform twice per day (at 6:45 and 7:45 PM).

At the entrance, you’ll be greeted by the newly-designed Jewelry Bridge. From there, there’s plenty to see as you stroll along Colorful Jewelry Street, pass through the Crystal Tunnel, and approach the new-and-improved, 25-meter-high Jewelry Tower!



Adding to the festivities, the newly installed Ferris wheel Sky-Go-LAND showcases a special display of gemstone-like lights that shift and sparkle like a parade, towering over the surrounding skyscrapers and the entire rest of the glittery amusement park!

Now in its 24th year, the Marunouchi Illumination transforms over 1.2 kilometers of Marunouchi Naka-dori and nearly 250 street trees into a shimmering wonderland. Lit by approximately 820,000 LEDs in the sophisticated Marunouchi-original champagne gold color, this event is a true holiday highlight. 



From November 13 to February 15, 2026, the illuminations will extend to Gyoko-dori, connecting the Imperial Palace Outer Garden and Tokyo Station. 



Marunouchi Naka-dori will also host a festive Christmas market and food trucks along a 500-meter stretch, while Gyoko-dori will feature a Christmas tree for the first time.

Marunouchi is hosting a winter event in collaboration with Disney with MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY 2025 Disney JOYFUL MOMENTS.

The theme is “Mickey & Friends in Real Life,” and during the event period, the entire Marunouchi area will come to life with all your favorite Disney friends, including from Frozen, Toy Story, Winnie the Pooh, and Zootopia.

Heralding the arrival of winter in Tokyo, the iconic Keyakizaka illuminations return to Roppongi Hills. Around 800,000 sophisticated "Snow & Blue" LEDs light up the 400-meter-long Keyakizaka street, creating a dazzling urban display.

Prime photo spots include areas near Tiffany & Co. and Roppongi Tsutaya Books, where you can capture the full view of the lights from both ends of the slope. For an extra touch of magic, try filming as the lights turn on!

You also won’t want to miss the glittery gold-hued Christmas tree at Ark Hills, or the enchanting "Bouquet of Lights” at 66 Plaza: an illumination that transforms the Keyaki trees into a stunning bouquet of colors. Created with approximately 200,000 LEDs, this dazzling display weaves together a variety of hues for a truly magical effect.


There’s also two Christmas Markets: the Azabudai Hills Market, lined with shops and food stalls, and Roppongi Hills’ German-style Christmas market, where you can browse authentic Christmas ornaments and enjoy classic German cuisine. The markets run from November 22 to December 25, from 11 AM to 9 PM.

The annual Winter Illumination at Ebisu Garden Place features the iconic Baccarat chandelier once again. Now in its 26th year, this stunning masterpiece lights up the space with the brilliance of 250 sparkling bulbs.

This year, in celebration of Ebisu Garden Place’s 30th anniversary, a massive 10-meter Christmas tree and the illuminated promenade leading to the chandelier will feature a special light show every 30 minutes. Equipped with eight RGB lighting devices for the tree and twelve for the promenade, the display synchronizes with music to bathe the area in shifting colors. Adding to the festive atmosphere, 5,000 flashlights twinkle, enhancing the Christmas mood.

For an even more magical experience, a Christmas market will be held at two locations: the Clock Plaza and, for the first time, the Chateau Plaza.

The annual Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination is now in its 26th year. With the theme SNOW DOME, this year’s event is scheduled to be the largest ever, adorning Tokyo Dome City with nearly 1 million stunning white lights, creating a magical, snow-like glow.

At the Crystal Avenue Lawn Square, the centerpiece of Tokyo Snow Dome City, the 15-meter-tall Wonder Snow Tree dazzles with a special show combining lights and bubbles. Running every 15 minutes from 5 PM to 9:45 PM, this enchanting display transforms the area into a dreamlike snow globe experience.



Other highlights include an interactive snow dome (on LaQua Garden 1F, from 5:00 PM–midnight), where mirrored reflections create dynamic light effects, and a tunnel of illumination.

There’s also the Nordic Christmas Park 2025, where Santa makes a special visit to Tokyo Dome City for festive photos (December 13–14; 20–21; 24–25). This event also includes a Scandinavian Christmas market, featuring food, films, and a fun sports experience from Finland. You also won’t want to miss the Soap Bubble show!

These hands-on attractions make the event even more magical and memorable for visitors of all ages.

With the theme "Light, Colorful. Heart, Joyful. Colorful & Heartful," Shinjuku Minamillumi transforms the entire South Exit area into a glowing wonderland. Six participating locations each feature unique illuminations inspired by the theme, wrapping the Shinjuku South Exit area in a vibrant display of light and color.

At Suica’s Penguin Plaza, directly connected to Shinjuku Station’s New South Gate, you’ll find a sparkling Welcome Gate and a "SHINJUKU" letter sculpture that shines both day and night. From the New South Gate, a corridor of lights leads you through Shinjuku Southern Terrace’s walkway, Shinjuku Mylord Tower, and Takashimaya Times Square, creating a captivating illuminated journey.

The HIBIYA Magic Time Illumination 2025 will light up Tokyo Midtown Hibiya (Hibiya Step Plaza and the 6th Floor Park View Garden) and Hibiya Naka-dori with stunning displays. This year’s theme is music, with the event divided into two displays: Hot Jazz, based on the popular music genre in the United States from the 1920s –30s (11/13–12/25), and Nocturn, a serene spectacle of blue lights representing the silent night sky (12/26–2/28).



At the main venue, Hibiya Step Plaza, illuminations inspired by the world of Disney's Zootopia 2 take center stage. Dynamic ornaments and lights recreate the magic of the film, with a new Christmas tree standing a whole 8-meters taller than last year serving as the focal point, immersing visitors in the movie’s magical atmosphere.



Meanwhile, the surrounding areas and Hibiya Naka-dori will also feature stunning illuminations, including the “HIBIYA AREA ILLUMINATION” and “PARK VIEW WINTER GARDEN,” both scheduled from November 13, 2025–February 28, 2026.

The MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2025 at Tokyo Midtown in Roppongi returns with even grander illuminations covering the entire Midtown Garden with around 560,000 sparkling lights. The theme this year is “Your Christmas Story.”



The main display, CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS, brings a snowy wonderland to life. It starts with a golden-lit cityscape, followed by softly falling snow, and ends in a gorgeous snowy scene. With lights and music perfectly synced, plus fun extras like floating bubbles and falling snow effects, it’s a magical experience you won’t want to miss.

Other highlights include the Path of Light, where shimmering gold illuminations light up the streets, and the EMOTION PALETTE TREE, a sophisticated Christmas tree in gold and red tones that adds a touch of elegance to the season.



Beyond the illuminations, there’s plenty more to enjoy! Inside, visitors can admire the Santa Tree decorated with over 1,600 Santas! A Christmas market runs until December 25 (11 AM–9 PM), and the KOSÉ MIDTOWN ICE RINK, one of Tokyo’s largest outdoor skating rinks, is open until February 23, 2026 (11 AM–9 PM, last entry at 8 PM, closed January 1).

Centered around a 20-meter-tall tree, the Odaiba Illumination offers breathtaking views of Tokyo Bay, including Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Skytree, and Rainbow Bridge. The must-see Odaiba Memorial Tree glows in seven vibrant colors, standing 20 meters high and 10 meters wide.

The Seaside Terrace art spot ODAIBA is lit up with illuminations inspired by the blue of the ocean, reflecting both the theme color of Decks Tokyo Beach and the beauty of the bay.

Now in its 15th year, the Meguro River Minna no Illumination 2025 lights up the cherry trees along the river with stunning LED displays, powered by a unique local initiative. Using biodiesel fuel made from recycled cooking oil collected from nearby homes and restaurants, this self-sustaining illumination highlights the importance of rethinking energy usage in the 21st century. It’s a beautiful blend of sustainability and winter charm.

The annual winter illumination lights up Omotesando in stunning style. From the Jingubashi Intersection to the Omotesando Intersection, LEDs adorn the shrubbery along the streets. Stretching for about 1 kilometer, the champagne-gold glow creates a breathtaking winter scene.

In 2014, the illumination event began in Tokyo's Nakameguro as the "Nakameguro Blue Cave" and has since been held in Shibuya, Sapporo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. This year marks its 11th run.



Held along Shibuya Koen-dori and the Zelkova-lined promenade of Yoyogi Park, approximately 600,000 blue lights will romantically illuminate Shibuya nights with creative displays. This year, the huge balloon introduced last year also makes its return is the shape of a snowman!

This year, Aqua Park Shinagawa teams up with NAKED to bring you a new holiday spectacular, STAR AQUARIUM. From November 15 to December 25, the park brings the holidays to life with aquatic-themed illuminations.

During the day, join the Pop Santa Party, where Santa trades his reindeer for dolphins in an exciting spectacle sure to dazzle guests of all ages. Then at night, the dolphins return for the Bright Christmas Party, featuring a sparkling sea of stars in 360°.

There are also several other sights to see throughout the venue, including the Christmas tree, indoor displays (like the Sky Over City, Bright Sky Street, and Jellyfish Ramble), and even the Shiny Starry Bar, where you can bring your night to a close with a sip of holiday cheer from the limited seasonal menu.

We’ve introduced some of Tokyo’s popular illumination spots. These locations may be crowded during peak times, so to enjoy them at a more relaxed pace, it’s best to visit during quieter hours.

(Note: The information has been updated as of November 2025. Event times, durations, or content may change or be canceled depending on the situation. Please check the official website before you go. The photos are for illustrative purposes and may differ from the actual events.)