Odaiba Winter illumination 2023

Tokyo Winter Illumination: Illumination Island Odaiba

Illumination Island Odaiba 2023 (イルミネーションアイランドお台場) is one of the best winter illumination events in Tokyo, which will take place at 15 different sites and facilities in Odaiba area from 24 November to 25 December 2023. You can enjoy various types of illuminations collaborating with shopping malls, landmarks and other facilities in Odaiba area!

Let’s check out the spectacular illuminations at Illumination Island Odaiba this year!

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-Odaiba Statue of Liberty

The landmark of Odaiba island, the Statue of Liberty will be lit up by rainbow colours during the Christmas season.

Date: 24 November to 25 December 2023
Lighting hours: 16:00~24:00

-FUJI TV

Special light-ups will take place on the both sides of the building around the spherical observation room “Hachitama” and the “Corridor” that are the symbols of the Fuji TV building.

Date: 24 November to 24 December 2023
Lighting hours: 17:00-23:00

-AQUA CITY ODAIBA

The popular waterfront shopping mall in Odaiba area, AQUA CITY ODAIBA features the gorgeous light-up and a moon motif light installation in front of the building.

Date: through the year
Lighting hours: 16:30-23:00

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-DECKS TOKYO BEACH

DECKS TOKYO BEACH hosts an illumination event “Odaiba Illumination YAKEI”, featuring approx 100,000 LED lights and a 20m tall memorial tree which can be enjoyed with the spectacular night scenery of Rainbow Bridge and the city lights of Tokyo in the background.

Date: 15 November 2023 to 14 February 2024
Lighting hours: 17:00~24:00

-DiverCity Tokyo Plaza

The grand staircase of DiverCity Tokyo Plaza is illuminated with magical rainbow lights which can be enjoyed from a distance like a beautiful carpet of light and also get up close and see the colour changing under your feet as you go up and down the stairs. Moreover, there will be a giant Christmas tree in staircase of the Festival Plaza, which is inspired by Haro, the robot character that appears in the Gundam SEED series.

Date: through the year
Lighting hours: 16:00~22:00

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-Hilton Odaiba

Hilton Odaiba will have a special Christmas decoration under the theme of ODAIBA Rainbow Christmas and. There will be a 7m tall Christmas tree with colourful ornaments at the lobby, candle lights at the main staircase and special Christmas menu available only this time of the year.

Date: 8 November to 26 December 2024

-Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba

Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba will offer Christmas light-up and decorations with the concept of white Christmas.

Date: 16 November to 25 December 2023

Lighting hours: 6:00~25:00

-Tokyo International Cruise Terminal

Tokyo International Cruise Terminal displays a Christmas tree and decorations inspired by sailor with the motif of various marine items.

Date: 1 to 25 December 2023

Lighting hours: 9:00-17:00

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-the SOHO

The colourful office building the SOHO will have a special Christmas illuminations.

Date: 20 November 2023 to 14 February 2024
Lighting hours: 18:00~22:00

-Tokyo Big Sight

One of the most iconic architectures in Tokyo, Tokyo Big Sight will be illuminated with Christmas colours.

Date: 18 to 25 December 2023
Lighting hours: sunset-22:00

-Telecom Center Building

The triumphal arch of glass will display a symphony of light and darkness.

Date: 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24 December 2023
Lighting hours: sunset~21:00

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-Rinkai Line Tokyo Teleport Station

Tokyo Teleport Station by Rinkai Line will welcome visitors with a decorated Christmas tree at Odaiba SKY Tourist Information.

Date: 24 November to 25 December 2023
Lighting hours: all day

-Yurikamome

Yurikamome is the getaway connecting Shimbashi and Odaiba. Shimbashi Station will be illuminated during the Christmas season, and welcome you to Odaiba with a festive mood. You can also enjoy the view of Odaiba from the window while riding.

Date: 25 November to 25 December 2022
Lighting hours: 17:00~25:00

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-City Circuit Bay

The latest urban circuit can be enjoyed with the special illumination, offering a fun and thrilling experience of driving through the lights. Eco-friendly EV carts that emit no noise or exhaust gas are available.

Date: 23 November to 25 December 2023
Lighting sunset~22:00

-Panasonic Center Tokyo

A special Illumination will be displayed Panasonic Center Tokyo, representing the four seasons and awareness colors.

Date: 2 to 25 December 2022
Lighting hours: sunset~20:00

-Artbay Illumination 2023: Mirror Bowler “Tokyo Twinkle”

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Two gorgeous art works by the installation art group Mirror Baller who creates spatial works of light and reflection, will be displayed with a concept of “Winter Good Vibration”.

Date: 1 to 25 December 2023

Lighting hours: 17:00- 21:00


Thanks for reading! If you wish to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Tokyo at night, don’t miss this spectacular illumination event this winter!

-Illumination Island Odaiba 2023

Date: 24 November to 25 December 2023 (dates and hours vary depending on sites)

Locations: Aqua City Odaiba, DECKS Tokyo Beach, DiverCiry Tokyo Plaza, Hilton Odaiba, Grand Nikko Tokyo Daiba, Fuji TV, Tokyo Big Sight, Yurikamome, Tokyo Rinkai Line, Tokyo Rinkai Holdings, the SOHO, Telecom Center Building, Tokyo International Cruise Terminal, City Circuit Tokyo Bay, Panasonic Center Tokyo

Official Website: https://www.tokyo-odaiba.net/illumination2023/

For more information about winter illuminations and events in Tokyo for this winter, please check out these articles, too!

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