December 2025 Events in Japan

No Limit! Christmas at Universal Studios Japan

The whole of USJ will get a blanket of festive fun. Expect cheery decorations and a massive show under the impressive 30-meter-tall glowing Christmas tree.

Huis Ten Bosch Christmas Town

Christmas really does come early in Nagasaki.

Illumi Eeru Iwaki

See the streets in Fukushima light up with illuminations.

NAKED Yoru Mode at Heian Shrine

Heian Shrine and NAKED create a colorful experience for those wanting to worship at night.

Saga Light Fantasy

Saga Station meets illumination.

Wonder Night Hill Illumination in Osaka

Step into a dazzling world of lights at one of southern Osaka’s largest illumination events.

Festival of Lights Osaka

See Osaka come alive with light on those cold winter nights.

Ashikaga Flower Park Illuminations 2025

Visit one of the best illuminations in Japan and relive the wonder of the spring wisteria.

Namba Hikari Tabi Illumination 2025

Glow up your Instagram — literally. Experience a mesmerizing journey through lights with glowing art installations and illuminations.

Osaka and Kōbe Illuminage

See Osaka and Kobe come alight at this unique illumination event.

Zao Snow Monster Festival

While most snow festivals feature man-made sculptures, the snow monsters of Zao are entirely natural.

Sky Kotatsu Osaka Ferris Wheel

The Osaka Wheel transforms into the Kotatsu Ferris Wheel, offering a cozy gondola ride complete with heated tables, warm oden, and hot sake.

Sapporo White Illumination

See the snowy streets of Sapporo lit up with illuminations

Illumination at Hirakata Amusement Park in Osaka

Hirakata Park’s illuminations return. Explore seven themed light areas, including a 13-meter Flower and Fairy Tree, 500 glowing lanterns, and 20 illuminated rides.