(by The Sankei Shimbun via JAPAN Forward) A 10-meter-high light installation in the shape of a large tree sits at the center of the square….

Although the Japanese don’t strictly celebrate Christmas, come winter it’s a steadfast tradition for various districts of Tokyo to furiously attempt to outdo each other…

For just one night only, Japan’s iconic Tokyo Tower will light up in a Crystal Tower-themed blue in commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the…

Walking through brilliantly illuminated streets is one of the most magical ways to enjoy the Japanese holidays, especially because over the years, more and more…

Karuizawa, about 3 hours drive from Tokyo, is a well-known summer vacation spot. But what many people (even Japanese people) don’t know is that it…

“Megurogawa Minna no Illumi 2015” is an illumination ‘project’ where 210,000 LED lights are wrapped around the cherry trees that are growing alongside Meguro river…

Every year, there are around 500 illumination spots throughout Japan, possibly even more. Here is an illumination done in Meguro river (Tokyo) last year. It…