Best 10 Choices of Illumination in Tokyo

Tokyo’s 2024–2025 illumination locations are so full of cutting-edge technology and artistic vision that they are going to amaze you. The city is transformed into a stunning wonderland of light over the winter until spring arrives.

We are going to cover the best 10 illumination areas in this comprehensive guide, along with the specific dates, locations, and suggested activities.

We will take you and your loved ones to see some of Tokyo’s most recognizable winter lights for an unforgettable experience.

[2024-2025] 10 Best Illuminations in Tokyo

Tokyo will host its winter lighting from November 2024 to February 2025.

Tokyo’s illuminated areas, which range from historic structures to urban shopping areas, draw large crowds of tourists every winter thanks to their inventive light displays and distinctive themes.

The following are the 10 best illuminations in Tokyo that flawlessly combine technology, creativity, and the allure of winter.

Marunouchi Illumination

Date	November 14th – February 16th
Time	16:00 – 23:00
Loction	Tokyo Station area, Marunouchi Naka-dori Avenue, Gyoko-dori Avenue
Price	Free
Website	https://www.marunouchi.com/en/pickup/event/4830/

One of the best winter displays in Tokyo is the Marunouchi lighting, which celebrated its 23rd year with an impressive array of 820,000 champagne-gold LED lights.

The illumination turns 286 trees along Marunouchi Naka-dori Street into brilliant golden sentinels that stretch from Tokyo Station to the Imperial Palace.

They offer fun events such as a Santa photo booth where you can take pictures with Santa Claus and an ice skating rink!

To make your loved ones smile, Tokyo Station must be the best location to stop by!

Tokyo Midtown Illumination

Date	November 14 – December 25
Time	17:00 – 23:00
Location	Midtown Garden, 6 mins from Roppongi station
Price	Free
Website	https://www.tokyo-midtown.com/jp/event/7162/

The Tokyo Midtown illumination is a stunning winter light display featuring four main areas.

Best highlights include the “Ensemble Lights,” creating a snowy wonderland, the elegant “Promenade of Lights” with golden tree illuminations, the “Timeless Gold Tree,” a beautifully decorated fir, and the “Santa Tree” adorned with numerous Santa Claus ornaments.

Midtown’s Christmas Marche offers a variety of items to enhance the Christmas spirit. Please stop by to find the best gifts for your loved ones.

Tokyo Skytree Town Dream Christmas 2024 

Date	November 7th – December 25th
Time	16:00 – 23:00
Loction	Tokyo Skytree 4th Floor, Oshiage Station
Price	Free
Website	https://www.tokyo-solamachi.jp/2024xmas/illumination/

Tokyo Skytree’s winter illumination offers one of the city’s most dramatic light displays, combining Japan’s tallest structure with innovative illumination designs.

The centerpiece “Sky Arena” and popular “Soramizaka” viewing area feature an impressive 8-meter-tall Christmas tree surrounded by dazzling lights.

On a romantic evening, you can visit the Sky Tree’s observation deck or have a hot wine toast at the Sky Arena’s Christmas Market!

Yomiuriland Jewellumination®

Date	November 7th – December 25th
Time	16:00 – 23:00
Loction	Yomiuri Land Station (Keio Line) Yomiuri Land Mae Station (Odakyu Line) 4015-1 Yanokuchi, Inagi-shi, Tokyo 206-8725 JAPAN
Price	2,000 yen for illumination 5,800 yen for a pass including free ride ticket for attractions
Website	https://www.yomiuriland.com/en/jewellumination/

Located about 40 minutes from central Tokyo, Yomiuriland’s Jewellumination® is one of the city’s top amusement park light displays. 

The park features 10 dazzling areas, including the 140-meter “Crystal Passage” and the 25-meter “Jewelry Tower.” Visitors can also enjoy one of the best fountain shows with lasers, flames, and a massive water ring. 

Of course, visitors with a one day pass are able to enjoy all 45 attractions in Yomiuri Land.

It’s the best spot for a magical experience with family or a partner.

Roppongi Hills Christmas Illumination

Date	November 7th – December 25th
Time	17:00 – 23:00
Loction	Roppongi Hills, Roppongi Keyakizaka Dori
Price	Free
Website	https://www.christmas.hills-site.com/illumination-event/

Amidst the warm lights of the 400-meter-long metropolis, visitors will be greeted by a spectacular scene of “snow and blue” lights at the Roppongi illumination, which is modeled by the idea of a silvery-white planet.

Keyakizaka light is the best location for photographs. Photographs of the full illumination can be taken from both the top and bottom of Keyakizaka Dori.

You can spend a gorgeous day by going to a Christmas market or shopping duty-free at high-end brands.

Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination

Date	November 18th – February 28th
Time	17:00 – 24:00
Loction	Tokyo Dome City Suidobashi Station (1 min. walk) Kasuga Station (3 min. walk) / Korakuen Station (3 min. walk)
Price	Free
Website	https://www.tokyo-dome.co.jp/illumination/

Tokyo Dome City’s winter illumination turns the dome into a “Snow Dome” wonderland by four different “snow dome spots,” each providing a unique interactive illumination experience.

The giant 15-meter-high main tree features approximately 250,000 LED lights changing into various colors and white bubbles dancing in the air.

Tokyo Dome City holds various events such as baseball games and live music performances. You and your family must be enjoying the best vacation in Japan’s largest dome.

 

Tokyo Tower Winter Fantasy Retrospective Illumination

Date	November 15th – December 25th
Time	9:00 – 23:00
Loction	Plaza in front of the main entrance of Tokyo Tower, Onarimon station
Price	Free
Website	https://www.tokyotower.co.jp/event/Orange-illumination2024/

A warm orange color inspired by the lights of the Tokyo Tower will be the centerpiece of a romantically glowing winter landmark.

At the center of the garden is a 10-meter tall “Little Tokyo Tower” that resembles a Christmas tree.

In the 150-meter-high observation area, the light art beautifully shines against the clear winter night sky, and the window glass with the mapping projected on it welcomes visitors as the best photo spot.

Tokyo Mega Illumination

Date	November 2nd – January 12th
Time	16:30 – 21:00
Loction	Ohi Racecourse, Ohi Keibajou mae station
Price	1000 yen for weekdays/1500 yen for holidays
Website	https://www.tokyomegaillumi.jp/

Tokyo Mega Illumination at Ohi Racecourse stands as one of the city’s largest illumination events, featuring over 15 different light installations and 3 types of light shows.

The fountain show with rising pillars of light and water will be presented in three different ways with the introduction of new music.

In addition to the mysterious “Aurora Forest” and the 100-meter-long tunnel of light, the “Japanese” themed illumination is also recommended.

Tokyo Mega Illumination is the best location to shoot the picture with numerous photogenic spots for an album of Tokyo travel 2024?

Ebisu Garden Place Illumination

Date	November 2nd – January 13th
Time	16:00 – 23:00
Loction	Ebisu Garden Place, Ebisu Station
Price	Free
Website	https://gardenplace.jp/event/detail/447

The Baccarat Eternal Lights at Yebisu (Ebisu) Garden Place is one of the most extravagant displays of the season, with a 10-meter-tall Christmas tree, a massive crystal chandelier, and plenty of lights.

A special illumination will be held once every 30 minutes on the promenade leading up the slope to the 10-meter-long Christmas tree and chandelier.

Ebisu Garden Place offers music events and a Christmas Marche at the same time. It would be the best location to spend the most important day of the year.

Omotesandō Illuminations

Date	December 2nd – December 28th
Time	Sunset – 22:00
Loction	Omotesando station
Price	Free
Website	https://omotesando.or.jp/illumi/

With 4 different Omotesandō’s winter illuminations, Tokyo’s most fashionable street transforms into a glittering winter paradise.

Omotesando Fendi illumination lights up 1 km road between Omotesando station and Harajuku Station. Inside Omotesando hills is a 8.4 meter Christmas tree with 40000 lenses

Both ‘Celebrate Illumination’ and ‘Minami Aoyama Le Ange Church Illumination’ provide lighting for the chapel, making the mood of traditional Christmas.

Taking a walk around Omotesando station must be the best memory of Tokyo vcation.

Celebrate the Season with Tokyo’s Best Winter Lights

Tokyo’s best illumination displays for 2024-2025 offer an unparalleled winter experience, with each location bringing its own unique charm to the city’s nightscape.

Whether you’re seeking Tokyo’s most romantic date spots or family-friendly winter activities, these best illumination destinations showcase why Tokyo is just right for Japan’s premier winter light destination. 

Please consider checking Tokyo’s transformation into a glittering wonderland, where the best illumination shows traditional Japanese aesthetics to create unforgettable winter memories.