Written by JC Team
Wander through a magical, light-filled world in the heart of Osaka.
What happens?
The Namba Light Journey (Hikari Tabi) is an illumination spectacle in the heart of Namba, Osaka. It takes visitors on a trip of lights, immersive art installations, and digital projections — and it’s free.
The festival usually runs nightly from 5 p.m., so you can enjoy the lights as soon as the sun sets.
Highlights 2025
There will be an 18-meter “light waterfall” with falling, shimmering droplets, a glowing “gate of light”, and a giant projected moon with a leaping rabbit. There will also be an installation made from repurposed blooms.
Schedule 2025
The illuminations begin daily at 5 p.m. and run until midnight.
How to get there
Expect to see illuminations in various spots.
The nearest stations are Namba Station (Nankai Electric Railway, Osaka Metro Midosuji Line, and Yotsubashi Line) or Osaka-Namba Station on the Hanshin Railway/Kintetsu Railway.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.