Although Christmas is not celebrated in Japan, there are a lot of places decorated with colorful lights during the winter break. I think these places are also taking advantage of the winter break to attract tourists and visitors. They call this winter illumination.
This is located in Cosmo World in Yokohama just beside Minato Mirai- a well-known tourist spot. I like this place the best because aside from watching the lights, there are also other things you can do. There are also a lot of places you can see. Also the port near Cosmo World is also illuminated. Then there's a giant Christmas tree just a few steps away from the big lighted ferris wheel. The Yokohama Illumination will last until mid- February.
A tip when visiting the Yokohama area. Avail the Minato Burari Pass. It's worth 550 Yen. You can access the Blue Subway Line running along significant stations in the area. You can also ride the loop bus stopping at the tourist spots in the area.
3. Hamamatsu Station Illumination
From the Kanto region, I went back to Hamamatsu. The nearby areas around Hamamatsu Station have been lighted since late November. The bright lights add beauty to the streets of Hamamatsu.
Here are some of the places I have visited with Winter Illumination
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| Yokohama at night |
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| lighted port in Yokohama |
A tip when visiting the Yokohama area. Avail the Minato Burari Pass. It's worth 550 Yen. You can access the Blue Subway Line running along significant stations in the area. You can also ride the loop bus stopping at the tourist spots in the area.
2. Tokyo Dome Love Illumination
I think Tokyo Dome has the most beautiful lights. I'll just let the pictures speak for themselves. These will last until February.
I think Tokyo Dome has the most beautiful lights. I'll just let the pictures speak for themselves. These will last until February.
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| walkway under the rollercoaster |
3. Hamamatsu Station Illumination
From the Kanto region, I went back to Hamamatsu. The nearby areas around Hamamatsu Station have been lighted since late November. The bright lights add beauty to the streets of Hamamatsu.
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| in front of Zaza City |
4. Flower Park Winter Illumination
Even without the lights, a visit at the flower park can be a refreshing experience. A step in its vast garden feels like a step in paradise. With the added lights, the place looks painfully romantic.
*I'll add more pictures once I got them. ^_^
5. Nagoya Airport Skydeck Illumination
For passengers awaiting their flights, a visit at the Skydeck of Nagoya Airport can help pass time. The only thing I didn't like is the super chilly air.
Here are other places with illuminations.
1. http://www.japantravelinfo.com/news/news_item.php?newsid=533
2. http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2303.html
Take advantage of this season and see the lights!
Even without the lights, a visit at the flower park can be a refreshing experience. A step in its vast garden feels like a step in paradise. With the added lights, the place looks painfully romantic.
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5. Nagoya Airport Skydeck Illumination
For passengers awaiting their flights, a visit at the Skydeck of Nagoya Airport can help pass time. The only thing I didn't like is the super chilly air.
Here are other places with illuminations.
1. http://www.japantravelinfo.com/news/news_item.php?newsid=533
2. http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2303.html
Take advantage of this season and see the lights!
