Top 10 Magical Christmas Light Festivals in Japan That Are Too Beautiful to Leave

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

As the cold winter arrives and Christmas draws near, Japanese streets begin to adorn themselves with festive decorations, transforming into a dazzling wonderland. Below is a list of ten spectacular light festival spots across Japan, each with its own unique charm and highlights. Travelers might want to plan a winter trip to Japan to experience the most magical Christmas atmosphere.

1. Tokyo Dome City Winter Light Garden
Every Christmas, Tokyo Dome is an unmissable romantic destination. Hundreds of thousands of LED lights create a dreamy sea of lights, making it one of Japan’s most romantic illumination spots in winter. This year, “TOKYO DOME CITY Tokyo Dome City” began its winter transformation on November 9, featuring a dessert-themed light display that crafts a sweet luminous paradise.

Venue: Entire TOKYO DOME CITY area (3-61, 1-chome, Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo)
Event Period: November 9, 2017 – February 18, 2018
Illumination Hours: 16:00 – 24:00

2. Ebisu Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS “Forms of Joy” Christmas Illuminations
The Baccarat ETERNAL LIGHTS Christmas illuminations carry on over 250 years of Baccarat’s exceptional craftsmanship, showcasing the world’s largest chandelier—measuring 5 meters high and 3 meters wide. With the theme “Timeless — Timeless Value Beyond the Eras,” this grand illumination event continues to celebrate and share this heritage. The Clock Plaza also hosts a Christmas market where visitors can enjoy the stunning lights with a warm drink in hand.

Illumination Period: November 3, 2017 – January 8, 2018
Access: Approximately 5 minutes from JR Ebisu Station East Exit via the “Ebisu Sky Walk” escalator