ACN presents Yoyogi Forest of Lights ~Forest of Light~
An experiential illumination where you walk 1.8km through the “Tokyo Yoyogi Park” forest in the heart of the big city using all five senses is born!
In the heart of Tokyo’s urban sprawl, a new sensory experience emerges as “ACN presents Yoyogi Forest of Lights ~Forest of Light~” transforms the natural landscape of Tokyo Yoyogi Park. Unlike conventional illuminations—which are often confined to indoor venues or strictly paved urban corridors—this event leverages the rich, organic nature of the park to create an overwhelming immersive space woven from light and sound. Visitors are invited to traverse a 1.8km path, providing an experience as if they have strayed into a forest at night.
A Multisensory Journey: Beyond Visual Spectacle
The primary appeal of this event lies in its interactive production, which encourages visitors to engage with light art using their entire body rather than remaining passive observers. While dynamic light gradations coloring the trees satisfy the sense of sight, the installation is designed to stimulate all five senses to deepen the sense of immersion:
- Hearing: Music and ambient sounds echo through the natural silence of the forest.
- Smell: The crisp, cold winter air carries the distinct scent of the surrounding trees.
- Touch: Interactive mechanisms ensure that the light changes according to the visitor’s pace.
- Taste: A dedicated food and drink area provides moments of happiness and peace amidst the journey.
Cultural Roots and Urban Tradition
The conceptual foundation of this event is rooted in European winter culture. In various European countries, the tradition of enjoying long winter nights often involves illumination events within natural spaces—such as parks—where locals and tourists gather to find community in the darkness. By adopting this motif, the organizers aim to establish a similar tradition within the heart of Tokyo.
Strategic Significance and the Support of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
“ACN presents Yoyogi Forest of Lights” represents more than just a visual display; it is a strategic effort to promote the nighttime use of Yoyogi Park. As the first illumination of its kind to be held in this specific location, the project is conducted under the support of the Tokyo Metropolitan Government.
The event serves as a highlight program within the Yoyogi/Shibuya area of “ARTE TOKYO (Tokyo International Cultural Arts Festival),” which runs from October to December. Through this collaboration, the event intends to create new cultural and artistic charm within the Tokyo night.
*Please check the official website for detailed information.
Basic Info
- Location / Nearest Station
Yoyogi Park
Meiji-Jingumae <Harajuku> Station / Harajuku Station / Yoyogi-Koen Station / Yoyogi-Hachiman Station - Address
〒151-0052
Yoyogikamizono-cho, Jinnan 2-chome, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
MAP - Event Period
2026/11/13 (Fri) ～ 2027/01/11 (Mon/Holiday) - Time
Start 17:30 / End 22:00
Last admission 21:00 - Official Website
https://www.yoyogiforestoflights.tokyo/
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Yoyogi Park is a public park in Tokyo, adjacent to Harajuku Station and the Meiji Shrine. It covers roughly 50 hectares. Before becoming a park, it was the site of the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Village. Today its layout combines open lawns, wooded sections, and paved paths. The park accommodates joggers, dog walkers, and picnickers; on weekends, the main plaza often hosts informal performances and community events. It is also a well-known cherry-blossom spot, and the trees draw large crowds in late March and early April. The mix of cleared areas and mature vegetation has made the park suitable for temporary installations. Yoyogi Forest of Lights, for example, set digital artwork within the wooded sections rather than treating the park as a neutral exhibition space. The park is less a single attraction than a piece of urban infrastructure with multiple uses.
