Winter 2026-2027

Japan Winter Illuminations
2026-2027

We picked 20 across the country with dates, admission and directions for each — 11 of them free to enter and each one says whether its dates are officially confirmed or still the usual annual window

Last updated 1 Sep 2026 · By the MjourneyGo team

Dates confirmed The organizers have announced the official dates for this season. · Usual annual window no official dates announced yet we give the window this event normally runs in — before booking flights or a hotel, always check again through the official link at the bottom of the card

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Ashikaga Flower Park

Ashikaga Flower Park — Flower Fantasy · あしかがフラワーパーク イルミネーション

Ashikaga · ProvinceTochigi · RegionKanto

Mid Oct. 2026 – Mid Feb. 2027 Usual annual window

A giant wisteria arch that turns into flowers during the day The night turned into a curtain of purple fire.

Go in the morning and return from Tokyo.You can use JR Pass.

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
Ranked among the three most beautiful illuminations in Japan for many years in a row. A day trip and a late night return trip from Tokyo can be done in one day.
Admission
Around ¥1,400 (changes depending on the season)
How to travel
From Tokyo Shinkansen to Oyama, take the JR Ryomo Line to Tomita Station, walk another 13 minutes. · Use the JR Pass all along the route.

Official website of the event ↗

Yomiuri Land Jewellumination

Yomiuriland Jewellumination · よみうりランド ジュエルミネーション

Inagi, Tokyo · ProvinceTokyo · RegionKanto

Late Oct. 2026 – early Apr. 2027 Usual annual window

The entire amusement park is lit up with seven colored gem lights. You can also ride a roller coaster through the middle of the fire.

Suitable for childrenOpen until April

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
The only one where you can use the equipment to go see the lights. Suitable for families with children and open until April.
Admission
Included in theme park ticket
How to travel
From Shinjuku Keio Line, get off at Keio-Yomiuriland Station. Then connect to the basket

Official website of the event ↗

Tokyo German Village

Tokyo German Village Winter Illumination · 東京ドイツ村 ウインターイルミネーション

Sodegaura · ProvinceChiba · RegionKanto

Late Oct. 2026 – early Apr. 2027 Usual annual window

Fire spreads all over the mountainside in a pattern seen from above. There is a viewpoint to go up and see the overall picture.

Must have a carFire pattern viewed from a height

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
It is specifically designed to be viewed from a height. The floor pattern changes theme every year. But traveling is the most difficult on this list if you don't have a car.
Admission
Around ¥1,000 per vehicle (calculated per vehicle, not per person)
How to travel
The most convenient way is to drive or bus from Sodegaura Station. Be sure to check bus schedules in advance.

Official website of the event ↗

Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination

Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination · 東武動物公園 ウインターイルミネーション

Miyashiro · ProvinceSaitama · RegionKanto

Late Oct. 2026 – Late Feb. 2027 Usual annual window

Zoo lights emphasize moving light effects rather than static lights.

Not crowdedSuitable for children

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
There are far fewer people than in the city. And you can go to the zoo and the amusement park in one ticket. Suitable for families
Admission
Around ¥1,400 and up
How to travel
From Asakusa Tobu Skytree Line, get off at Tobu-dobutsu-koen Station and walk 10 minutes.

Official website of the event ↗

Sagamiko Illumillian

Sagamiko Illumillion · さがみ湖イルミリオン

Sagamihara · ProvinceKanagawa · RegionKanto

Early November 2026 – Early April 2027 Usual annual window

Six million lights on the mountainside Looking down, he saw that the entire valley was a sea of ​​fire.

The largest in Kantoview from above

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
The largest in the Kanto area. And it's one that has a view from a high place. It's different from the ones in the city that walk at ground level.
Admission
Around ¥1,800 and up
How to travel
From Shinjuku on the JR Chuo Line to Sagamiko Station, about 8 minutes by bus.

Official website of the event ↗

Tokyo Midtown Christmas

Tokyo Midtown Christmas · 東京ミッドタウン クリスマス

Roppongi, Tokyo · ProvinceTokyo · RegionKanto

Mid Nov. – 25 Dec. 2026 Usual annual window

A blue-lit walkway runs the length of the garden. with a Christmas tree in the middle of the courtyard

Freecity center

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
In the middle of Tokyo and a ten minute walk to Roppongi Hills. You can get two in one night.
Admission
Free
How to travel
Next to Roppongi Subway Station, Exit 8.

Official website of the event ↗

Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka

Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination · 六本木ヒルズ けやき坂イルミネーション

Roppongi, Tokyo · ProvinceTokyo · RegionKanto

Mid Nov. – 25 Dec. 2026 Usual annual window

The road slopes down and ends at Tokyo Tower. Silver-blue lights on both sides of the road

FreeTake a photo together at Tokyo Tower

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
The most well-known photo spot for Thai people in Tokyo in winter. Standing on the overpass in the middle of the road, you can see Tokyo Tower at the end of the light tunnel.
Admission
Free
How to travel
About 5 minutes' walk from Roppongi Station.

Official website of the event ↗

Marunouchi Illumination

Marunouchi Illumination · 丸の内イルミネーション

Marunouchi, Tokyo · ProvinceTokyo · RegionKanto

Mid Nov. 2026 – Mid Feb. 2027 Usual annual window

Nakadori Road is over one kilometer long. Every tree is covered in champagne-colored lights.

FreeOpen until FebruaryNext to Tokyo Station

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
Open until mid-February. This is different from other places in Tokyo that are closed on Christmas Day. Anyone who comes at the beginning of the year will still be in time.
Admission
Free
How to travel
In front of Tokyo Station, Marunouchi side, just get out of the station.

Official website of the event ↗

Enoshima, the Jewel of Shonan

Enoshima Illumination — Jewel of Shonan · 湘南の宝石

Fujisawa · ProvinceKanagawa · RegionKanto

Late Nov. 2026 – Late Feb. 2027 Usual annual window

The Sea Candle Tower on the island turns into a glow stick. Can be seen from the entire beach.

Saw Fuji on a clear day.Seaside

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
On a clear sky day, standing on the tower and seeing Mount Fuji as a dark shadow behind the fire. It's a picture that can't be found anywhere else.
Admission
Around ¥500 (not including the tower entrance fee)
How to travel
From Shinjuku Odakyu Line to Katase-Enoshima Then walk across the bridge for about 20 minutes.

Official website of the event ↗

Shibuya Aonodokutsu (Blue Cave)

Shibuya Ao no Dokutsu — Blue Cave · 青の洞窟 SHIBUYA

Shibuya, Tokyo · ProvinceTokyo · RegionKanto

Late Nov. – Late Dec. 2026 Usual annual window

The tunnel of pure blue lights was seven hundred meters long. Reflects onto the road surface until it's like walking under water.

FreeFor a short period, there were a lot of people.

Why it is worth going, and how to get there
Why it is worth going
Very short period, only one month. And the most crowded of all the free ones. If you want a picture of no one Must go on weekdays before 8 p.m.
Admission
Free
How to travel
Keyaki Street between Yoyogi Park and Shibuya About 10 minutes' walk from Shibuya Station.

Official website of the event ↗