Atami Marine Sea Fireworks Festival
Held since 1952, the fireworks festival was organised to show appreciation for the efforts made to rebuild the city.
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Caretta Shiodome Winter Illumination
One of the most beautiful winter illuminations to take place in Tokyo, the area around the Caretta Shiodome shopping mall is transformed into a festive paradise each year.
Shinjuku Southern Terrace Illumination
2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the Shinjuku Southern Terrace Illumination, with the main theme of this year's illuminations designed around the concept "Hello Winter".
Tokyo Christmas Market
Meiji Jingu Gaien is converted into a traditional European style Christmas Market for the Tokyo Christmas Market.
Tokyo Skytree Dream Christmas
Tokyo Skytree and Tokyo Skytree Town (Tokyo Solamachi) are transformed into a magical festive wonderland for the Christmas season, complete with illuminations, music events and a European style Christmas market.
Midtown Ice Rink
Tokyo Midtown will be home to one of Tokyo's largest outdoor ice skating rinks. As one of Tokyo's favourite winter traditions, this year the skating rink will be decorated in collaboration with KOSÉ Corporation, a company that creates beauty.
Tokyo Midtown Christmas
Tokyo Midtown is transformed into an enchanting winter wonderland for Midtown Christmas, with plenty for everyone to enjoy.
Miyashita Christmas Park
The 4th floor of Miyashita Park will be bathed in purple light for the Miyashita Christmas Park event.
Autumn Evening Illumination at Rikugien Gardens
Rikugien Garden is one of Tokyo's most famous spots for viewing autumn leaves.