Top Winter Illuminations in Tokyo 2025–2026
Discover the magic of lights across the city this holiday season!
When winter arrives, Tokyo turns into a glittering dream. Golden lights flow through the city streets, crystal chandeliers sparkle against the skyline, and the cool night air carries the scent of cinnamon and cocoa.
Whether you’re strolling hand in hand or exploring solo, these illuminations promise to make your winter in Tokyo unforgettable.
① Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter
📍 Marunouchi, Tokyo | November 13, 2025 – December 25, 2025
Nearest Station: Tokyo Station (JR Lines / Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line)
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Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter transforms central Tokyo into one of its most romantic holiday strolls, wrapped in the warm glow of orange illumination.
Along Marunouchi Naka-dori, the area hosts its largest-ever Christmas Market, with nine limited-time stalls from local shops and hotels. Visitors can relax at street-side tables while enjoying seasonal food and gifts.
On Gyoko-dori, connecting Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace, a new Christmas program debuts with four real fir trees—each about 4 meters tall—and ten Christmas-hütte–style food stalls offering pizzas, hearty stews, and hot drinks.
Set against the iconic backdrop of Tokyo Station, the space invites guests to enjoy a warm, atmospheric winter moment in the heart of the city.
Beyond the Lights:
The nearby Marunouchi Bright Christmas event fills building interiors like KITTE and Marunouchi Building with art installations, concerts, and themed Christmas trees.
A small seasonal market offers hot drinks and desserts, making it a wonderful spot to take a break between shopping and sightseeing.
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② MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2025
▲photo credit by TOKYO MIDTOWN (Image from 2024)
📍 Roppongi | November 13 – December 25, 2025
Nearest Station: Roppongi Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / Toei Oedo Line)
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At CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS, Tokyo Midtown celebrates the emotions and memories that make Christmas special.
The garden glows with fantastical light displays synchronized to original music, while floating soap bubbles and gentle snowfall—returning by popular demand—create a dreamy, snowy world that shifts with every step.
The centerpiece, the EMOTION PALETTE TREE, is a real fir tree lit in warm gold.
Its colors change to reflect the emotions woven into Christmas stories, inviting visitors to discover their own unique holiday scene.
Beyond the Lights:
Just steps from the illuminated garden, the Yunth MIDTOWN ICE RINK offers one of Tokyo’s most picturesque open-air skating experiences. Glide beneath softly glowing trees and enjoy a winter moment that complements the magic of the lights.
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③ Tokyo Dome City Illumination – “TOKYO SNOW DOME CITY”
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📍 Korakuen | November 17, 2025 – March 1, 2026
Nearest Station: Korakuen Station (Tokyo Metro Marunouchi / Namboku Line) / Kasuga Station(Toei Oedo/ Mita Line)/ Suidobashi Station (JR Line)
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Tokyo Dome City transforms into a SNOW DOME themed wonderland with about one million LEDs. The highlight is a 15-meter Christmas tree glowing in soft white light, surrounded by bubble and music effects.
You’ll also find a snow-dome installation that changes when you ring a bell—pure winter joy for visitors of all ages.
Beyond the Lights:
In December, the Nordic Xmas Park appears within the venue, filling the plaza with Santa photo spots, food trucks, and Christmas stalls serving hot wine and seasonal sweets. Families can enjoy the amusement rides or the indoor spa complex “LaQua” after viewing the lights, making it an all-day winter destination.
▲photo credit by TOKYO DOME CITY
④ Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS at Yebisu Garden Place
📍 Ebisu | November 8, 2025 – January 12, 2026
Nearest Station: Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line / Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line)
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The Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS is one of Japan’s most elegant winter spectacles. Its 5-meter chandelier, crafted from over 8,000 Baccarat crystals, radiates a soft amber glow over the cobblestone plaza. Surrounded by European-style architecture, the atmosphere feels like stepping into a Parisian Christmas dream.
Beyond the Lights:
At the same venue, the Yebisu Christmas Market brings European charm to Tokyo with stalls offering mulled wine, sausages, and handmade ornaments. You can browse under the chandelier’s glow, then stop for a photo at the illuminated clock square. The area’s cafés and wine bars also host limited winter menus—perfect for ending the night on a cozy note.
▲photo credit by YEBISU GARDEN PLACE
⑤ Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination
📍 Roppongi | November 4 – December 25, 2025
Nearest Station: Roppongi Station (Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line / Toei Oedo Line)
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Perhaps Tokyo’s most famous winter sight, Keyakizaka Street glows with icy blue and white LEDs, framing a perfect view of Tokyo Tower. The contrast of the cool blue trees and the warm orange glow of the tower creates one of Japan’s most romantic cityscapes.
Beyond the Lights:
Just a few steps away, the Roppongi Hills Christmas Market fills the Grand Hyatt and West Walk area with the warmth of mulled wine, gingerbread, and handcrafted ornaments. Modeled after the traditional German market in Stuttgart, it’s one of the most authentic in Japan. After browsing the stalls, enjoy the festive music and take in the Keyakizaka lights from the nearby observation deck.
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❄️Where to Stay in Tokyo for the Holiday Season
After a night of winter lights, find warmth and creativity at LIVELY HOTELS—a collection of lifestyle hotels designed as crossroads for travelers, locals, and ideas.
◾️THE LIVELY TOKYO AZABUJUBAN (Roppongi area)
A stylish urban hub blending art, design, and nightlife. Perfectly located between Roppongi Hills and Azabudai Hills for illumination hopping.
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◾️The Millennials Shibuya (Shibuya area)
Stay in the heart of Shibuya’s energy with innovative smart pods, social lounges, and free beer hour. Perfect after visiting winter illuminations.
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◾️HOTEL GRAPHY SHIBUYA (Shibuya area)
Tucked between Shibuya and Daikanyama, this cozy hotel offers a creative lounge, local café, and rooftop terrace with city views—ideal for a relaxing winter evening.
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◾️HOTEL GRAPHY NEZU (Ueno area)
Located in the historic Yanesen district, this warm, community-style hotel lets you experience Tokyo’s quieter side—perfect for travelers seeking culture and calm.
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