9 Best Winter Illuminations in Tokyo for 2025

Tokyo begins to sparkle throughout the city when winter arrives, with numerous illumination spots that fill your heart just by strolling around. From the zelkova tree-lined streets of Omotesando and the champagne gold of Marunouchi, to "Blue Cave" that dyes Shibuya entirely in blue, and the spectacular Tokyo Mega Illumination that lights up the entire Oi Racecourse, you can enjoy completely different atmospheres in each area - this is the unique charm of Tokyo.

This article introduces 9 recommended illuminations you should definitely visit in Tokyo during winter.

Table of Contents

1. 9 Best Winter Illuminations in Tokyo

1-1. Omotesando Fendi Illumination
1-2. Blue Cave SHIBUYA
1-3. Tokyo Mega Illumination
1-4. Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination
1-5. Marunouchi Illumination
1-6. Tokyo Midtown CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS
1-7. Tokyo Skytree Dream Christmas
1-8. Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination
1-9. Yebisu Garden Place Illumination

2. Tickets in Japan: Recommended Shows & Events in Tokyo

Summary

1. 9 Best Winter Illuminations in Tokyo

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Tokyo becomes enveloped in light throughout the entire city during winter, with numerous illumination spots that captivate tourists from around the world. From the tree-lined streets of Omotesando and Skytree to the light-ups of massive commercial facilities, you can enjoy completely different worlds in each area. Here we introduce 10 of the most popular winter illuminations in Tokyo.

1-1. Omotesando Fendi Illumination

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The Omotesando Fendi Illumination is a popular event that symbolizes Tokyo's winter, featuring the magical scenery of approximately 150 zelkova trees along the avenue wrapped in champagne gold light. The 1.1km-long tree-lined street is illuminated with approximately 900,000 LEDs, harmonizing with the sophisticated streetscape lined with luxury brand stores to create an elegant and glamorous atmosphere.

You can experience walking through a tunnel of light, making it perfect for strolling between shopping sessions. There are also spots where you can view the illuminations from surrounding restaurants, allowing you to feel the Christmas season throughout the entire area.

1-2. Blue Cave SHIBUYA

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Blue Cave SHIBUYA is a popular illumination event where the streets of Shibuya are enveloped in approximately 500,000 blue lights, with cumulative visitors exceeding 15 million, making it a winter landmark. The zelkova tree-lined avenue in Yoyogi Park is dyed in deep blue, creating a fantastical space that feels like walking through a tunnel of light.

In 2025, the giant balloon production has evolved, featuring "Blue Cave - THE SNOW DOME -" where snow dome-inspired visuals are projected. Blue lights merge with Christmas movies to create a quiet and beautiful winter world. This is a special illumination spot where you can enjoy the artistry and powerful production unique to Shibuya.

1-3. Tokyo Mega Illumination

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Tokyo Mega Illumination is Tokyo's largest illumination event held exclusively during winter at Oi Racecourse. Taking advantage of the vast racecourse grounds, it features over 15 different light productions on a grand scale. It has won first place for three consecutive years in the "Most Wanted! Japan's Best Illumination Ranking" by Walker Plus, a Japanese information site, earning high popularity nationwide.

In addition to the magnificent illuminations spread across the open space unique to a racecourse, horse-themed events and productions are held daily. Real horses also make appearances, offering a unique experience of "illumination × horses". This is a spot where you can leisurely enjoy fantastical winter scenery in a spacious venue that doesn't get too crowded.

1-4. Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination

The Roppongi Hills Keyakizaka Illumination is one of the popular events representing Tokyo's winter. The most iconic feature is the approximately 400m-long Keyakizaka Illumination. With the theme "SNOW&BLUE", approximately 800,000 LEDs shine in white and blue, creating a sophisticated illuminated tree-lined avenue that envelops visitors. The view with Tokyo Tower floating in the night sky as a backdrop is particularly beautiful, offering the fantastical winter scenery unique to Roppongi.

Additionally, Mohri Garden is also lit up and features an authentic Christmas market, with surrounding spots colorfully decorated. Since this is an area where museums and galleries are concentrated, you can enjoy art exploration along with the illuminations, making it a charming winter Roppongi destination that won't bore you even if you spend the entire day walking around.

1-5. Marunouchi Illumination

The Marunouchi Illumination is a popular winter event that illuminates the area from in front of Tokyo Station to Marunouchi Nakadori. Approximately 250 street trees shine in champagne gold, creating an elegant atmosphere reminiscent of European streetscapes. It also features environmentally conscious "NEW Eco Illumination", balancing glamour with sustainability.

Furthermore, Gyoko-dori, which connects the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens and Tokyo Station, is also lit up, with the spacious main street creating a unified fantastical winter scene. During the event period, Christmas markets and Christmas trees also appear, making it an illumination spot where you can fully enjoy strolling and seasonal pleasures.

1-6. Tokyo Midtown CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS

Tokyo Midtown's "CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS" features fantastical productions woven with elegant light. Colors change in sync with original music, creating an immersive experience that feels like walking through a story. Particularly popular is the White Area, where light productions resembling falling snow spread out. The experience of being enveloped in light and snow-like effects is a special moment unique to this event.

Limited-time bubble effects are also performed, creating an even more dramatic atmosphere. The venue also features the "EMOTION PALETTE TREE" using real fir trees, where diverse lights express the "colors of emotions" in the heart. This is a popular illumination where you can enjoy a fantastical Christmas in the heart of the city.

1-7. Tokyo Skytree Dream Christmas

＼Dream Christmas 2024🎅／

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イベント開催は12/25(水)まで！

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— スカイツリー／Tokyo Skytree (@skytreeofficial) December 6, 2024

Tokyo Skytree's "Dream Christmas" is a popular event where the entire town is enveloped in light reminiscent of a picture book world. The Tembo Deck at 350m above ground and the Tembo Galleria at 450m feature debut Christmas decorations, where you can enjoy photo opportunities surrounded by giant cakes and gift boxes.

SKYTREE CAFE offers tree-like limited sweets and seasonal cocktails, along with Christmas menu items you can only taste here. Solamachi hosts a Christmas market where you can enjoy Baumkuchen baked in hüttes and cheese fondue, making it perfect for gift shopping. Special limited-time lighting is also illuminated, allowing you to enjoy the fantastical night view that symbolizes winter in Tokyo.

1-8. Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination

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Tokyo Dome City's Winter Illumination features a large-scale production with approximately 1 million LEDs shining under this year's theme "SNOW DOME". The entire area is enveloped in white light, creating a fantastical atmosphere as if you've entered a snow dome world. The centerpiece is the approximately 15m-tall "WONDER SNOW TREE" that appears in Central Park Lawn Plaza. Special productions featuring synchronized light and bubbles occur every 15 minutes, creating an experience that feels like standing in a snowy landscape with dancing particles of light.

Furthermore, from mid-December, "Nordic Xmas Park 2025" will be held, featuring Nordic-themed markets, gourmet food, Santa greetings, and other abundant events. This is a classic winter destination where families and couples can thoroughly enjoy a full day.

1-9. Yebisu Garden Place Illumination

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The Yebisu Garden Place Illumination is a popular winter event where approximately 100,000 champagne gold lights elegantly illuminate the entire area. A Christmas tree approximately 10m tall appears in Clock Plaza, and the promenade leading to the chandelier becomes a path of light welcoming visitors.

A Christmas market recreating the authentic European atmosphere is also held simultaneously. Food trucks offering miscellaneous goods, gift items, and seasonal limited menus line up, creating a space filled with winter warmth. This is a popular winter destination for adults, where you can enjoy illuminations while shopping and strolling in a high-quality streetscape.

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Summary

Tokyo's winter is a season when the entire city sparkles with diverse illuminations. From the zelkova tree-lined streets of Omotesando and Shibuya's "Blue Cave" dyed entirely in blue, to "Tokyo Mega Illumination" using the entire Oi Racecourse, you can enjoy different worlds in each area.

The champagne gold streetscapes of Roppongi Hills and Marunouchi are charming for their sophisticated beauty, while Tokyo Midtown and Yebisu Garden Place feature high-quality lights and Christmas markets that color winter time. Tokyo Skytree's fantastical special lighting is also popular. From lively urban vibrancy to quiet light productions, these diverse 9 spots brilliantly illuminate winter in Tokyo.

※This article was created based on information as of November 2025