At the end of fall each year, the leaves on the ginkgo trees that line the Ichō Namiki avenue of Meiji Jingū Shrine‘s outer gardens turn a brilliant yellow, and there will be illuminations in the evening.
Why not also grab tickets to the Tokyo Christmas Market nearby?
Schedule 2025
Tthe leaves will be lit up from November 23 to 30 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. every day.
Suggested Activity
Shibuya Official Street Go-Kart in Shibuya Annex - 55% off!
Enjoy a 1 Hour karting experience on the city roads of Tokyo, with up to 55% discount this month!
Feel like a celebrity as this course will take you through the famous Shibuya Crossing more than once.
Late
Nov
~
Late Dec
神宮外苑イチョウ並木のライトアップ
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
- 407 m from Aoyamaitchōme Station Ginza Line (G4)Hanzomon Line (Z3)Oedo Line (E24)
- 484 m from Gaienmae Station Ginza Line (G3)
- 0.6 km from Shinanomachi Station Chūō-Sōbu Line (JB27)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 16 ºC
Low: 6 ºC



