December 2024 Events in Japan

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.

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.

Osaka and Kōbe Illuminage

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

Ashikaga Flower Park Illuminations 2024

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

Namba Hikari Tabi Illumination 2024

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

Zao Snow Monster Festival

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

Sapporo White Illumination

See the snowy streets of Sapporo lit up with illuminations