Written by TC Team
Tokyo German Village adds some shine to a day trip with its illuminations. If you’re longing for some European Christmas fun and flair, don’t miss out.
What to expect
The German Village offers a slice of rural Europe in the heart of Chiba. You can wander through a stunning garden with tulips from The Netherlands and roses from England, before heading to the market area for a beautifully decorated square.
Things get brighter over the winter, as every inch of the beautiful scenery is draped in illuminations. The houses shine with rainbows over their roofs, while a road of lights leads you around the wintery wonderland.
Schedule 2025
There will be fireworks lasting around 15 minutes on November 1, 8 and 15 at 5:30 p.m.
Catch a drone show from November 29 to December 27 and on December 31 at 7 p.m. From December 28 to 30, the drone show kicks off earlier at 5:30 p.m.
Note that the illumiations turn on at slightly different times depending on the day. Most days they begin at 4:40 p.m. For the exact schedule, check this page.
Tickets 2025
Entry tickets are ¥1,000 for adults and ¥500 for children.
How to get there
The easiest way to get to Tokyo German Village is the カピーナ号 (Capina-go) bus from JR Chiba Station. It’s a direct 40-minute ride and drops you right at the gates.
During the illuminations period, there will be more buses than usual departing and arriving at JR Sodegaura Station, mainly on weekends and holidays. This isn’t a free shuttle though; tickets cost ¥500 for adults and ¥250 for kids.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Add to Calendar
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Adults:
At the door: ¥1,000
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Children:
At the door: ¥500
