Nov 22
~
Jan 12 2026

Iwaki Illuminations

12:00am – 12:00am
Free
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Originally inspired by the post-disaster Hikari no Sakura Festival, launched in the aftermath of the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, the illumination project was reimagined by the Iwaki Junior Chamber of Commerce as a symbol of co-creation and renewal.

What happens?

In recent years, around 60,000 LED lights have illuminated Iwaki Station and surrounding streets.

White and gold are the main colors you’ll see.

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Zoom Through Osaka in a Go-kart (Costume Included)
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How to get there

From Tokyo Station, take the Limited Express (Hitachi and Tokiwa) headed for Sendai. Get off at Iwaki Station. The entire journey lasts around 2 hours and 20 minutes.

The light-up extends from the south exit of Iwaki Station (in Fukushima Prefecture).

Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.

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