Christmas Special at the Samurai Restaurant
Street-dancing reindeer, a band of Santas, turkey robots — and SO much more.
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Odaiba Rainbow Fireworks
★ Staff recommendationOdaiba Rainbow Fireworks is a rare winter fireworks event held every Saturday in December.
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Winter Comiket
The winter edition of Comiket is one of Japan’s biggest comic-related events.
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Yorunoyo Yokohama Winter Illumination
Yokohama's waters come to life with these uniquely breathtaking illuminations.
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Countdown Japan 24/25
Four days of partying, rock, and nearly 200,000 people. If you're into music festivals and really want to ring in the New Year with a bang, this is for you.
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Omotesandō Illumination
Walking in a winter wonderland indeed, this stretch of Omotesando's busy street lit up will have you feeling Christmassy in no time.
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Welcome Home: Gianluca Galtrucco Photo Exhibition
An insightful exhibition on man meeting nature.
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Tokyo Mega Illumination
Mega is indeed the only word for these illuminations, but don't think that's all there is! From festival foods to horse-related activities, there's plenty to see here behind the lights.
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Meguro River Winter Illuminations
See the famous cherry blossom view of Meguro River in winter — well, sort of.
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Nishi-Shinjuku Illumination Market
Stretching over 200 meters, the champagne gold LED lights sparkle with a view of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building.
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Shinjuku Twinkle Park
Enjoy a quiet getaway from the rush of Shinjuku in Shinjuku Twinkle Park. Keep an eye out around Christmas for their handbell concert.
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Charity Fundraising Photography Exhibition by Lisa Knight
Attend this dreamy art exhibition by Tokyo-based photographer Lisa Knight and also give back.
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Pokémon x Crafts Exhibition
The intersection of iconic Pokémon characters and traditional Japanese crafts. What to expect The familiar faces of Pokémon characters have been turned into unique, one-of-a-kind works of art by …
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Shinjuku Southern Terrace Illumination
Christmas illuminations only a short walk away from one of Japan's busiest stations. Just the thing to brighten your day without going far.
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Marunouchi Illumination 2024
★ Staff recommendationWith over 1.2 million lights, Marunouchi's Nakadori Avenue feels like a winter wonderland, complete with ice rink and miniature merry-go-round.
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Ebisu Garden Place Illumination and Christmas Market
With the sparkling lights and wistful piano music, you'll feel like you're walking through a fairytale.
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Midtown Ice Rink
Midtown Ice Rink is a popular winter event and right next door to Midtown Winter Lights.
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Hello Kitty 50th Anniversary Exhibition
Everyone's favorite cartoon cat (or girl) has taken over Tokyo, and for good reason, to celebrate her 50th anniversary.
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Tokyo Dome City Winter Illumination
This winter illumination features an amazing 2,000,000 LEDs draped over structures both temporary and permanent at Tokyo Dome City.
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Winter Enoshima Illumination
Enoshima Island lights up throughout the winter with dazzling illuminations.
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Kioi Winter 24/25
Add a forested touch to your Christmas cheer with the Kioi winter forest. With brilliant views from the Benkeibashi bridge, make sure you don't miss their centerpiece stag illumination.
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Hibiya Magic Time Illumination 2024
Hankering for some winter illuminations? Look no further than Hibiya Magic Time Illumination.
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