Christmas Illuminations Tokyo 2025: 6 Of The Most Magical Winter Lights In The City
Winter in Tokyo is pure magic. The air turns crisp, cafés glow with festive warmth, and the city transforms into a dazzling wonderland of light. From the iconic Shibuya Blue Cave to the golden sparkle of Roppongi Hills, Christmas illuminations in Tokyo bring breathtaking photo moments and cozy holiday vibes to every corner of the city.
Whether you’re strolling hand in hand, exploring with friends, or chasing that perfect winter evening, here are the best Christmas illuminations in Tokyo 2025 you won’t want to miss.
1. Shibuya Blue Cave
A Tokyo winter favorite, Shibuya Blue Cave transforms Koen-dori and Yoyogi Park’s Keyaki Namiki into a glowing tunnel of 600,000 LED lights. The trees shimmer like crystals, wrapping the street in a soft, sapphire glow, one of Tokyo’s most romantic Christmas displays.
🗓 Schedule
6th December - 25th December: 5:00PM - 10:00PM
📍 Location & Access
Shibuya Park Street to Yoyogi Park Keyaki Namiki
13-min walk from Harajuku Station (Yamanote Line)
13-min walk from Shibuya Station (Saikyo Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in Japanese only)
2. Tokyo Midtown Roppongi - “Your Christmas Story”
This year, Tokyo Midtown Roppongi invites visitors to create “Your Christmas Story.” The Starlight Garden glows with over 300,000 LED lights synchronized to music, surrounded by golden and silver-lit trees. The result is a magical urban landscape where light, sound, and holiday spirit blend beautifully together.
🗓 Schedule
13th November - 25th December: 5:00PM - 11:00PM
📍 Location & Access
Tokyo Midtown Garden
9-min walk from Roppongi Station (Oedo Line)
6-min walk from Nogizaka Station (Chiyoda Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in Japanese only)
3. Tokyo Skytree Town – “Dream Christmas 2025”
At Tokyo Skytree Town, Christmas goes big. The base of the tower becomes a festive village of golden lights, market stalls, and themed decorations. The new illumination features three rotating themes: Ornament Tree, Elegant Tree, and Santa Claus, using over 530,000 LED lights across the area.
🗓 Schedule
11th November - 25th December: 5:30PM - 12:00AM
📍 Location & Access
Sky Arena
5-min walk from Oshiage Station [Skytree Station] (Asakusa Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in Japanese only)
4. Roppongi Hills / Keyakizaka Street Illumination
Each year, Roppongi Hills’ Keyakizaka Street is adorned with hundreds of thousands of blue and white LED lights. Framed by the glowing Tokyo Tower in the background, it’s one of Japan’s most photographed Christmas scenes, and for good reason.
🗓 Schedule
4th November - 25th December: 5:00PM - 11:00PM
(First day will start at 17:40)
📍 Location & Access
Roppongi Keyakizaka-dori Street
7-min walk from Roppongi Station (Hibiya Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in English)
5. Marunouchi Illumination (Tokyo Station Area)
Near Tokyo Station, Marunouchi’s Nakadori Street glows with over one million champagne-gold lights, wrapping the elegant boulevard in a soft, festive shimmer. Surrounded by luxury boutiques, cozy cafés, and stylish restaurants, it’s the perfect spot for an evening stroll or post-shopping relaxation.
🗓 Schedule
13th November - 15th February: 4:00PM - 11:00PM
1st December - 31st December: 4:00PM - 12:00AM
📍 Location & Access
Gyoko-dori Ave.
3-min walk from Otemachi Station (Chiyoda Line)
10-min walk from Tokyo Station (Yamanote Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in English)
6. Tokyo Midtown Hibiya Illumination
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya lights up with the “Magic Time” illumination. Spread across Hibiya Nakadori Street, Step Plaza, and the 6th-floor PARK VIEW WINTER GARDEN, the display features dynamic lighting inspired by natural sky phenomena, including Blue Moment, Aurora Green, Sunset Gold, and Pink Venus Belt.
🗓 Schedule
14th November - 28th February: 4:00PM - 11:00PM
📍 Location & Access
Tokyo Midtown Hibiya
2-min walk from Hibiya Station (Hibiya Line)
2-min walk from Hibiya Station (Chiyoda Line)
Google Maps
🔗 Official Info & Links
Official Website (Available in Japanese and English)
Tips for Enjoying Tokyo’s Christmas Illuminations
- Comfort: Dress warmly (Tokyo nights can get chilly). Bring a scarf and gloves for comfortable strolling.
- Photography tip: Arrive just before dusk, you’ll catch the golden hour and the full effect of the lights.
- Combine spots: Many lighting locations are close together, plan a route (e.g., Marunouchi → Tokyo Skytree → Roppongi) so you can see multiple displays in one evening.
- Crowds: Popular areas (Roppongi, Skytree) get busy, go on a weekday if possible.
From Shibuya's glowing blue tunnel to Roppongi's enchanting garden, the Tokyo Christmas Illuminations 2025 light up the city with warmth and wonder. Whether you're visiting for a few days or living in Japan, this is the most magical time of year to explore.
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