National illumination rankings [2025-2026 latest]
Recommended
National illumination ranking
announced!
We will introduce the illumination spots nationwide recommended by Activity Japan in the ranking.
Activities that can be enjoyed around the illumination spot
We also introduce.
If you want to do something memorable with illumination, please refer to it.
table of contents
- 1 1st place｜Huis Ten Bosch Kingdom of Light/Nagasaki/Sasebo
- 2 2nd Place | Ashikaga Flower Park Illuminated Flower Garden ~Flower Fantasy 2025-26 / Ashikaga, Tochigi
- 3 3rd place | Sapporo White Illumination / Sapporo, Hokkaido
- 4 4th place | Oi Racecourse Tokyo Mega Illumination 2025-2026 / Shinagawa, Tokyo
- 5 5th place | Kobe Fruit Flower Park Kobe Illuminage / Kobe, Hyogo
- 6 6th place | Southeast Botanical Garden Okinawa Tropical Illumination 2025-2026 / Okinawa, Okinawa
- 7 7th Place | Mother Farm Illumination Garden of Light / Futtsu, Chiba
- 8 8th Place | Tobu Zoo Winter Illuminations 2025-2026 / Miyashiro Town, Saitama
- 9 9th place | Lake Sagami MORI MORI Lake Sagami Illumination / Sagamihara, Kanagawa
- 10 10th Place | Blue Cave Shibuya / Shibuya, Tokyo
- 11 Let's go see the recommended illuminations!
- 12 Editorial department recommended feature articles
1st place｜Huis Ten Bosch Kingdom of Light/Nagasaki/Sasebo
Theme park has the largest site area in Japan as Huis Ten Bosch ”.
A stay-type resort that reproduces the townscape of Europe and is fully equipped with a hotel on the premises
is.
You can enjoy beautiful seasonal flowers and glittering illumination throughout the year.
The 13 million light bulbs that adorn the "Kingdom of Light" are the largest illuminations in the world.
.
Selected by night view experts from all over Japan
Ranked #1 in the general entertainment category of the Illumination Awards for 10 consecutive years
He has received the award.
The illumination changes with the season, but the most popular one is
winter season
.
Friday, November 7, 2025 - Monday, January 5, 2025
By "
European Holy Christmas
" will be held.
This year, " will be appearing in Amsterdam City
Christmas Square
" will have a new symbol tree "
Grand Chandelier Tree
" was born.
The chandelier-themed tree, measuring approximately 15 meters in length, is a must-see
is.
Attraction Town is also surrounded by gorgeous decorations such as ornaments and wreaths.
Transformed into a Christmas market
I will.
You can feel as if you are traveling abroad just by walking through the streets surrounded by lights.
| venue | Huis Ten Bosch |
|---|---|
| schedule | Friday, November 7, 2025 - Monday, January 5, 2026 |
| address | 1-1 Huis Ten Boschcho, Sasebo City, Nagasaki Prefecture |
Before or after enjoying the kingdom of light at Huis Ten Bosch, Sightseeing tours in Nagasaki How about it?
A historic and romantic townscape or, world heritage , The world's new top three night views etc. There is a lot to see, so we recommend joining a tour that will allow you to efficiently visit the tourist spots with commentary.
[Nagasaki, Nagasaki] The world's new top three night views - Inasa Mountain night view tour -
This is a local tour that can be used in the evening, provided by Nagasaki Travel! We will guide you to "Mt. Inasa" located in Nagasaki city, which is 333m above sea level, while visiting each hotel. There is no age restriction. If there is availability, you can make a reservation on the day. The maximum duration is 2 hours. We will visit 9 accommodation facilities in the city center and head to the summit.
This is a tour that will take you through the center of Nagasaki city in detail while experiencing the slopes of Nagasaki. [Course description] Pick up at JR Nagasaki Station or hotel ↓ Nagasaki city ↓ Ground zero of the atomic bomb ↓ Peace Park ↓ Nyokodo ↓ Urakami Cathedral ↓ Atomic Bomb Museum ↓ One-legged Torii ↓ Dejima Trading Post Site ↓ Dutch Slope ↓ Confucius Temple ↓ Oura Cathedral ↓ Glover Garden ↓ Sofukuji Temple ↓ Megane Bridge
2nd Place | Ashikaga Flower Park Illuminated Flower Garden ~Flower Fantasy 2025-26 / Ashikaga, Tochigi
" Ashikaga Flower Park Illumination of " Japan's three major illuminations ” and was also selected by night view tourism experts as " illumination award " illumination category since 2016 (Heisei 28) 1st place for 7 consecutive years It is a popular spot for such things as
Saturday, October 18, 2025 - Sunday, February 15, 2026
By "
light flower garden
" will be held.
Over 5 million lights illuminate the 100,000m² park
Not only will it be decorated with
Fragrance production
This will allow you to enjoy a more immersive illumination experience.
It is also a symbol tree of the park " Miracle of wisteria " and other elaborate Illuminations with three themes is being produced, The 360-degree light flowers are a beautiful and fantastic sight no matter where you look. is.
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| venue | Ashikaga Flower Park |
|---|---|
| schedule | Saturday, October 18, 2025 - Sunday, February 15, 2026 |
| address | 607 Hazamacho, Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture |
In the time until the illumination lights up, Activities you don't experience everyday Why don't you try the challenge?
" Hot air balloon experience " is located around the Watarase Retarding Basin, which was registered under the Ramsar Convention in 2012. An extraordinary and elegant aerial stroll experience You can enjoy.
Here's what's great about the hot air balloon flight experience at PUKAPUKA! ◆We'll explain the history and mechanics of hot air balloons, and you'll experience the whole process from assembly to launch and retrieval after landing! Hot air balloons are the first vehicles to fly in the sky! Our staff will carefully explain the little-known history and mechanics of hot air balloons.
SALE! [Tochigi・Watarase] Spectacular flight! Hot air balloon free flight experience
Access from the metropolitan area in 90 minutes! Located on the borders of Tochigi, Ibaraki, Gunma, and Saitama prefectures, this area is home to the Watarase Reservoir, which was registered under the Ramsar Convention in 2012. It is one of Japan's leading sky sports mecca, and you can fly hot air balloons all year round. Boasting a vast area, you can enjoy a magnificent view that makes you think you are in Japan. ply
3rd place | Sapporo White Illumination / Sapporo, Hokkaido
" Sapporo White Illumination ”, in 1981 Japan's first illumination was held as One of the "Three Greatest Illuminations in Japan" It can also be counted as Sapporo It has grown into a big winter event that represents the
Beautiful illuminations spread across the best location in Sapporo's clear winter air and white snow. .
The main venue, Odori Park, stretches from Odori Nishi 1-chome to 6-chome
Illuminations with different themes for each block
has been installed.
object of light
from
Dome-shaped illumination
etc.
You can enjoy illuminations with different themes.
"2025 Sapporo White Illumination"
Starting Friday, November 21, 2025
.
Since the end date differs slightly depending on the illumination venue,
For those who want to see all the illuminations, we recommend going early.
.
| venue | Central Sapporo |
|---|---|
| schedule | From Friday, November 21, 2025 |
| address | Odori Nishi 1-6, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, and other locations |
Before enjoying the illumination, Buffet lunch featuring dishes made with ingredients from Hokkaido enjoy the View the streets of Sapporo from the observatory on the 38th floor , Why don't you enjoy Sapporo different from the night?
If you are going out as a couple, Chartered sightseeing taxi We also recommend visiting tourist spots efficiently with ``.
All-you-can-eat and drink for 90 minutes with the daily main dish and the chef's proud dishes using plenty of Hokkaido ingredients! Enjoy what you like and as much as you like. We also offer “Live Kitchen”, which is popular for chef's cooking demonstrations, on a daily basis.
This is an admission ticket for the observation facility "JR Tower Observatory T38" on the top floor of the JR Tower. The JR Tower Observation Deck, located on the top floor of JR Tower, a commercial complex in Sapporo Station, is the highest observatory in Hokkaido with 38 floors above ground and a height of 160m. From the JR Tower Observatory, you can enjoy a 360-degree view of the city of Sapporo. Townscapes rich in nature and go board
Deep Sapporo sightseeing (4 hours)
★This plan allows you to spend a little more time in depth than the major Sapporo sightseeing tours. (Recommended for those who have visited Sapporo for the second time or more) ★This is a half-day sightseeing course departing and returning to Sapporo. ★We will pick you up and drop you off at your desired location. ★If either the departure or arrival is in Sapporo, we can also pick you up and drop you off outside of Sapporo depending on the location! ★Perfect for families with small children, elderly people, or friends.
4th place | Oi Racecourse Tokyo Mega Illumination 2025-2026 / Shinagawa, Tokyo
"
Tokyo Mega Illumination
"teeth"
Oi Racecourse
Illuminations have become a seasonal winter feature in Japan.
A popular spot that can be enjoyed by both children and adults, with various illuminations and opportunities to interact with horses.
is.
Saturday, November 1, 2025 - Sunday, January 11, 2026 By " Tokyo Mega Illumination 2025-2026 " will be held, and a 100m long tunnel of light " Edo Sakura Tunnel '', fountain shows, aurora displays, and a variety of other illuminations.
Also,"
Interacting with miniature horses and ponies
"or"
Fountain x guided horse show
There are also programs such as "
Be sure to enjoy this collaborative event unique to Oi Racecourse.
Tokyo Mega Illumination Admission Ticket (Shinagawa Ward, Tokyo, Illumination)
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| venue | Oi Racecourse |
|---|---|
| schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 - Sunday, January 11, 2026 |
| address | Oi Racecourse, 2-1-2 Katsushima, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo |
Around Oi Racecourse,
Glass blowing experience
etc.
Glasswork/glass workshop experience
is popular
.
Perfect for making memories when visiting illuminations.
Create your own original glass! Glassblowing involves blowing air into molten glass, causing it to expand and shape it. It only takes about 30 minutes to complete, so please feel free to try it out. The completed work will be neatly packaged and delivered by mail (separate shipping charges apply). Glass blowing is a very popular skill to learn.
This plan allows you to experience the world of Edo Kiriko, where the delicate techniques of artisans shine. Since no fire is used, children from the first grade of elementary school can participate. This technique, in which patterns are created by cutting into plates with a diamond grinder, is recommended for those who want to concentrate quietly. You will definitely become engrossed! The process of cutting with a diamond grinder is dynamic yet delicate work that requires careful control of force.
5th place | Kobe Fruit Flower Park Kobe Illuminage / Kobe, Hyogo
" Kobe Fruit and Flower Park "in, October 24, 2025 (Friday) – February 1, 2026 (Sunday) The event will be held over `` Kobe Illuminage "teeth Kansai's largest illumination event .
2025 is " Garden Dream "The theme is The entire venue is a shining garden will change to.
The highlight is the newly renovated symbolic illumination in front of the hotel,
pink palace
You can experience the architectural beauty of light, reminiscent of a magnificent palace.
Also,"
Luxury cruise ship of light
" has been newly introduced, and the port town,
Kobe
It captivates visitors with its unique romance and splendor.
In addition, individuals can apply for
Message Drone Show
"or,
An illumination area just for dogs
Also appears!
Everyone from children to adults to their beloved dogs can enjoy the illuminations together!
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| venue | Roadside Station Kobe Fruit Flower Park |
|---|---|
| schedule | October 24, 2025 (Friday) – February 1, 2026 (Sunday) |
| address | 2150 Kamiosawa, Osawa-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture |
When visiting as a couple or family, please visit before the illuminations.
Cruising / Boat party
Would you like to enjoy it?
Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the water while having lunch.
★*゜ ゜゜*★*゜ ゜゜*★*゜ ゜゜*★*゜ ゜゜*★ A Concerto cruise plan that leisurely sails through the vast blue sea ☆ Here, time flows slowly, overlapping with the sound of the waves ♪ A safe voyage, meals, scenery, music and events, and heartfelt service... the harmony of all these is embodied in the meaning of "Concerto" (concerto).
The Kobe Grill & Salad Bar uses local brand ingredients such as Kobe beef, Kobe pork, and Tamba red chicken to create a grill menu that allows you to enjoy the deliciousness of the ingredients. You can choose your favorite dish from a total of five main dishes. The salad bar also offers fresh vegetables and a variety of toppings and dressings, as well as bread, rice,
6th place | Southeast Botanical Garden Okinawa Tropical Illumination 2025-2026 / Okinawa, Okinawa
Enjoy a wide variety of flowers throughout the year Southeast Botanical Gardens "teeth," water paradise "When" Botanical garden It is divided into two areas, where you can admire herbs and orchards, as well as precious subtropical plants.
illumination" Okinawa Tropical Illumination 2025-2026 "teeth, October 24, 2025 (Friday) - May 24, 2026 (Sunday) conducted on
International illumination awards selected by night view tourism experts " Illumination Event Category - Excellent Story Award "in 2nd place in the nation for 2 consecutive years " Three major night views of Okinawa ” It has also been selected.
The theme of this season's illumination is "
A moving paradise of glittering tropical flowers
”.
Including lotus flower illuminations, hibiscus, palm trees, etc.
Okinawa-style illuminations at the botanical gardens
You can enjoy.
Southeast Botanical Gardens Discount Admission Ticket | Instant Confirmation
| venue | Southeast Botanical Gardens |
|---|---|
| schedule | October 24, 2025 (Friday) - May 24, 2026 (Sunday) |
| address | 2146 Chibana, Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture |
for astrophotographers Okinawa With the sea and stars in the background Commemorative photo If you do this, your travel memories will come back to you every time you look at the photos.
another Shisa painting experience etc. Activities that allow you to experience Okinawan culture are recommended for couples and family trips That's right.
The underwater road that extends from the Yokatsu Peninsula in Uruma City, which is also a tourist spot, to four remote islands + Photographed in the best location against the starry sky at Hamahiga or AJ Resort Island Ikei Island ☆彡 Plan description From Naha to Okinawa Expressway Okinawa The underwater road that extends from the Yokatsu Peninsula in Uruma City, which is a tourist spot 40 minutes from the Kita IC, to four remote islands + Hamahiga or AJ Ri.
[Okinawa Uruma City] Very popular! ! "Prefectural Shisa Painting Experience" in Uruma City
This is an experience where customers can freely color the plaster Shisa and create their own Shisa. At our shop, we use handmade plaster shisa (Okinawa products) made by Okinawan plaster shisa craftsmen. Each handmade shisa has a different expression. Customers can choose their favorite shisa. Shisa after coloring can be taken home on the spot! children's
7th Place | Mother Farm Illumination Garden of Light / Futtsu, Chiba
You can interact with animals while enjoying seasonal flowers and an amusement park. Mother Farm ”.
" Mother Farm Illumination Garden of Light "teeth, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays only from November 1, 2025 (Saturday) to March 1, 2026 (Sunday) is an event of Every day from Monday, December 29th to Friday, January 2nd will be
Far from Mother Farm, which is located at a high altitude,
Fuji Mountain
or
Night view of Tokyo Bay
You can overlook
A collaboration of night views and illuminations
You can enjoy it.
| venue | Mother Farm |
|---|---|
| schedule | Saturday, November 1, 2025 - Sunday, March 1, 2026 |
| address | 940-3 Takura, Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture |
" Pottery experience " is a way to create vessels and leave them as memories, Good memory of going out will be
electric potter's wheel In addition to full-fledged pottery made by spinning the tatara making There is a method called ``, which is a method of gluing and molding clay that has been flattened, and a method of drawing a favorite picture or letter on an unglazed pottery.`` painting "Such, You can choose from a plan that matches the level of vessel making .
Experience time: 1-2 hours It is recommended before enjoying the illumination.
It is a plan to experience making pottery using an electric potter's wheel. You can freely create works using 2.2 kg of clay. A potter's wheel pottery that changes its shape with just a little force. The fun and difficulty of it makes me so focused that I forget to breathe. Take a deep breath the moment you let go of the still spinning piece. 4-5 works using all 2.2 kg of clay
This is an experience plan to make pottery using the "tatara making" method. “Tatara making” is one of the manufacturing methods of pottery. Ceramics are made by slicing or flattening clay into plates. You can make a plate that makes use of the state of the board, or you can make a cup or a vase by turning the plate-shaped clay into a cylinder. Once the shape is completed, a special tool is used to apply patterns and patterns to individual pieces.
It is an experience plan to draw a picture on unglazed tableware. Since it is unglazed and the shape is completed, there is no failure, and small children can enjoy participating. Not only can you draw a picture, but you can also express your playfulness on tableware, such as letters and handprints! You can also paste transfer paper to create a beautiful picture. After painting, it is completed by baking in earnest.
8th Place | Tobu Zoo Winter Illuminations 2025-2026 / Miyashiro Town, Saitama
Comprehensive leisure land " Tobu Zoological Park ”.
" Winter illuminations 2025-2026 "teeth, Held only on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and Saitama Prefectural Day from Saturday, November 1, 2025 to Monday, February 23, 2026 but, Open every day from December 22nd (Mon) to December 31st (Wed) and January 2nd (Fri) to January 4th (Sun) will be
Illuminations with flower and animal motifs In addition to the above, A special show that combines light projected on a large LED screen There are plenty of recommended spots, such as:
Not only illuminations but also Night Zoo "or" Night Attractions " You can also enjoy ".
Hybrid Leisureland Tobu Zoo Admission Ticket Reservation (Saitama Zoo)
| venue | Tobu Zoological Park |
|---|---|
| schedule | November 1, 2025 (Saturday) - February 23, 2026 (Monday/Holiday) |
| address | 110 Suga, Miyashiro-cho, Minamisaitama-gun, Saitama Prefecture |
Popular as a base for many artists and writers Saitama So, what I would like you to enjoy is " Ceramics " and Manufacturing experience .
A variety of curricula are available, allowing you to create the work you desire.
Beginners can learn tips in an easy-to-understand way So why not join us with friends or as a couple?
This is an electric potter's wheel experience class at Tohachi Pottery School in Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture. You can make sake cups and tea bowls. Experienced professional potters will provide thorough lessons, so beginners can participate with confidence. The pottery is made on an electric potter's wheel using a method called reduction firing. Reduction firing is different from oxidation firing in a regular electric kiln, and is a method that uses a real potter's wheel.
This is an electric potter's wheel experience class at "Tohachi Pottery Class" in Kumagaya, Saitama Prefecture. Family and children's plan! We can guide you at a cheaper price than the regular price. However, for children, parents must accompany them and there must be at least two people experiencing at the same time. Example) One child and one parent. Two children alone, etc. Please limit the number of observers to one person. Experience
9th place | Lake Sagami MORI MORI Lake Sagami Illumination / Sagamihara, Kanagawa
A complex leisure facility with an amusement park, athletic facilities, campsite, barbecue area, and even hot springs. Lake Sagami MORI MORI ”.
"
Lake Sagami Illumination
"teeth,
The largest illumination event in the Kanto region, recognized as one of the three major illumination events in the Kanto region
.
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - Sunday, May 10, 2026
It will be held until.
The vast grounds Approximately 6 million balls The year 2025 will be decorated with lights. Tamagotchi collaboration area will also be appearing!
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| venue | Lake Sagami MORI MORI |
|---|---|
| schedule | Saturday, November 15, 2025 - Sunday, May 10, 2026 |
| address | 1634 Wakayagi, Midori-ku, Sagamihara City, Kanagawa Prefecture |
10th Place | Blue Cave Shibuya / Shibuya, Tokyo
You can experience the world of all blue "
Blue Cave SHIBUYA
"teeth,
Thursday, December 4, 2025 - Thursday, December 25, 2025
Held on
From Shibuya Koen-dori to Yoyogi Park Zelkova trees,
約50万球の青色のillumination
shines
.
The theme for 2025 is
"
Blue Cave THE SNOWMAN
”.
2024年に好評だった巨大な球体バルーンがsnowだるまの形にパワーアップして登場します！
巨大な球体バルーンにはクリスマスをイメージした映像が映し出され,幻想的な世界を演出I will.
| venue | Yoyogi Park zelkova trees from Shibuya Koen-dori |
|---|---|
| schedule | Thursday, December 4, 2025 - Thursday, December 25, 2025 |
| address | Yoyogi, Shibuya Ward, Tokyo |
If you are going out with a couple, before seeing the illumination, handmade accessories Why not try it?
ring or Bangle making Then, Completed in about 1-2 hours So, You can wear it as it is and enjoy the illumination. .
A power stone that brings luck bracelet making You can also enjoy interacting with fluffy animals. Animal Cafe Activities that the whole family can enjoy are also popular. is.
[Tokyo Omotesando] Handmade bangle ・ 9000 yen ~ 30 seconds on foot from the station
Present the shooting data of the production scenery on the spot! [30 seconds on foot from Meiji Jingumae Station] Handmade bangles just for the two of you in Omotesando and Harajuku, the epicenter of fashion. The cute interior is perfect for a date. The tip is polished by a craftsman for a smooth and comfortable finish. The more you use it, the more it tastes like a silver bangle.
You can enjoy making full-fledged rings using K10 and K18! A craftsman finishes the ring handmade by the customer, so it will be completed beautifully. I'm happy to take it home on the shortest day.・I want to make a nice ring together for an anniversary and give it as a present ・I want to make an elegant ring as a reward for myself
A gemstone that brings good luck. Why don't you feel the power of a beaded bracelet without leaving your skin? It gives strength to various worries such as "I want to spend every day in good health" and "I want to improve my love luck". A traditional stone shop that has been in business for four generations provides high-quality stones with a reliable eye for selection!
Play with four kinds of animals, pet them, and feel the excitement of animals ♡ Guinea pigs, hamsters, hedgehogs, and hamsters are waiting for you at the store! Even small children can play, so please come and visit us. Children under 3 years old are free! You can use it at your own time. *On weekends, holidays, and when it is crowded, the use is limited to 60 minutes.
Let's go see the recommended illuminations!
National illumination ranking, 1st to 10th was introduced.
The temperature drops sharply and it gets colder winter teeth, The air is clear and the illuminations look very beautiful. .
To enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the illuminations, Thorough measures against the cold Let's go out after doing
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