✨ Experience the Magic of Osaka Festival of Lights 2024 ✨ (November 3rd – January 31st)
Get ready to be dazzled! Osaka’s beloved winter tradition, the Osaka Festival of Lights, returns from November 3rd, 2024, to January 31st, 2025. This year promises an even more spectacular display, featuring the core programs "Midosuji Illumination 2024" and "OSAKA Hikari Renaissance 2024." Beyond these breathtaking displays, various "Area Programs" throughout Osaka Prefecture will light up the winter season.
Midosuji Illumination 2024: A 4km Spectacle
This year’s Midosuji Illumination stretches an impressive 4km, from Umeda to Namba, transforming the city into a radiant wonderland. Look out for the special Expo-themed light displays at the Umeda intake tower and Namba Plaza. Engage in interactive workshops at Kita-Mido Temple and immerse yourself in a luxurious art space created with projection mapping. For a truly unique experience, hop aboard the "OSAKA SKY VISTA," a double-decker open-deck bus offering a stunning 360° panoramic view of the Midosuji Illumination.
OSAKA Hikari Renaissance 2024: Where History Meets Innovation
Prepare to be captivated by the illuminations at Osaka City Hall, the gateway to OSAKA Hikari Renaissance. Cutting-edge 3D mapping LEDs adorn the facade, setting the stage for an unforgettable experience. In Nakanoshima Park, indulge in Osaka’s finest cuisine and festive treats at the "Hikari no Marche," a delightful Christmas market. Witness the magic of projection mapping projected onto the historic Osaka City Central Public Hall, a nationally designated important cultural property. Don’t miss the "Christmas Handmade Marche" for unique gifts and crafts.
Event Details:
- Dates: November 3rd, 2024 (Sun/Holiday) – January 31st, 2025 (Fri)
- Times: Date and lighting times vary depending on the program. See website for details.
- Midosuji Illumination: November 3rd (Sun/Holiday) – December 31st (Tue), ~5:00 PM – 11:00 PM (Until 1:00 AM on December 31st only)
- OSAKA Hikari Renaissance: December 14th (Sat) – December 25th (Wed) (Osaka City Hall Illumination Facade and Nakanoshima Illumination Street run from November 3rd (Sun/Holiday) to December 31st (Tue). Lighting and event times vary.)
- Location: Various locations throughout Osaka Prefecture
- Contact: 06-4391-0120 (Office 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Weekdays only. Extended hours and weekend availability – see website for details.)
- Website: https://www.hikari-kyoen.com/
