Written by TC Team
As Tokyo Tower turns off its lights, more than 1000 candles will be lit for this poignant annual event.
What happens?
Taking place at Zōjōji Temple on the summer and winter solstice each year, this event calls for all lights to be turned off — including Tokyo Tower — from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Candles of all shapes (incl. vegetables), colors, and sizes will be lit just before. This is done with thoughts of protecting the earth and joining together amidst current worldwide issues.
Schedule
Before the main event, there will be market stalls, kitchen cars, performances, and candle-making workships from 2 p.m. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the candles are lit.
Suggested Activity
Experience the Traditional Art of Kintsugi
Looking for something different? Try a kintsugi class in Tokyo. Kintsugi is the art of repairing old pottery with gold. In this one-hour workshop, you'll learn the delicate art of gold repair, and create your own unique souvenir to take home. You'll even dress in samue, the traditional outfit of craftsmen.
For 2026, they are asking for other buildings to join in and turn off their lights from June 15 to 21, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Mid
Jun
2027
100万人のキャンドルナイト@増上寺
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
- 379 m from Shiba-kōen Station Mita Line (I5)
- 425 m from Onarimon Station Mita Line (I6)
- 0.5 km from Akabanebashi Station Oedo Line (E21)
