Events This Week in Japan

Disney Music and Fireworks

Listen to classic Disney songs while watching fireworks for Disney's 100th anniversary.

Himeji Castle Light-up

The event is free and will consist of LED lights, projection mapping, ball-shaped lanterns, and a water mirror.

Sendai Pageant of Starlight

See Sendai's most beautiful sights under the radiant illuminations.

Osaka Christmas Market

Spend some time with Christmas cheer at this traditional market.

Hakodate Christmas Fantasy

For a magical Christmas event that all the family can enjoy, head over to Hakodate Christmas Fantasy.

Glover Garden Night Illumination

Get your dose of local history while also enjoying pretty nighttime illuminations.

NAKED Yoru Mode at Heian Shrine

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

Ramen Expo 2023

Taste the depth of Japan's ramen experiences here

Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations

Spend your Christmas wrapped up in the midst of the beautiful Fukuoka Christmas Market and Illuminations,

Illumi Eeru Iwaki

See the streets lit up with cherry blossom illuminations

Saga Light Fantasy

Saga Station meets illumination

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.

Nankinmachi Lantern Fair

Kobe's China Town comes alight with dozens of lanterns

Festival of Lights Osaka

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

Ashikaga Flower Park Illuminations 2023

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

Osaka and Kōbe Illuminage

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

Sapporo White Illumination

See the snowy streets of Sapporo lit up with illuminations