Osaka's Beautiful Winter Spots 2023

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As November begins, you can feel the arrival of winter. Looking around, the city is filled with winter events, with illuminations glowing and Christmas trees decorating the scenery. Familiar landscapes sparkle with mesmerizing light, drawing people into the dreamlike fantasy world of Osaka nights.

Come, let's visit the recommended Osaka illuminations and Christmas trees to experience the breathtaking winter scenery.

"Midosuji Illumination"

Representing Osaka's illuminations, "Osaka Hikari no Feast 2023" has arrived as promised this year. Various light shows will be held throughout Osaka, becoming a winter tradition.

One of the core events, "Midosuji Illumination," transforms Osaka's main street, Midosuji, into a colorful and gorgeous path of lights! Spanning approximately 4 km, the illumination is world-class, stretching from Umeda Station to Namba Station if using subway stops. It's also a popular Instagram photo spot!

[Period] November 3 (Friday, holiday) to December 31 (Sunday), 2023

[Lighting hours] Around 17:00 to 23:00 *Only December 31 (Sunday) until 1:00 AM

Another core event of Osaka Hikari no Feast. "OSAKA Hikari Renaissance 2023" will showcase light art on the waterside landscape of Nakanoshima, a landmark of the water city Osaka. This year, a holographic projection is planned on the wall of Osaka City Central Public Hall! Let's look at some of the highlights.

● Nakanoshima Illumination Street

Zelkova trees along the approximately 150m long Mioshi Promenade shine brightly with illuminations. It's also a great place to spend Christmas! Take a stroll through this winter-only dreamlike light tunnel.

[Period] November 3 (Friday, holiday) to December 31 (Sunday), 2023

[Lighting hours] 17:00 to 23:00 *Only December 31 (Sunday) until 1:00 AM

● Holographic Projection on Osaka City Central Public Hall Wall

Osaka City Central Public Hall is a landmark building in Nakanoshima, Osaka, with a hundred-year history as a place of culture, art, and academia. This year, a holographic projection will be displayed on the east wall. These state-of-the-art images depict the ever-evolving cityscape of Osaka, the water city, in a spectacular fashion!

[Period] December 14 (Thursday) to 25 (Monday), 2023

[Lighting hours] 17:00 to 21:00

*Free admission *Held rain or shine

At the "Hikari Market" held in Nakanoshima Park, visitors can enjoy unique food trucks and cuisine while admiring the brilliant lights. Immerse yourself in the dazzling decorations while tasting selected gourmet food, experiencing the dual pleasure of "lights" and "gourmet food" ♪

[Period] December 14 (Thursday) to 25 (Monday), 2023

[Time] 16:00 to 22:00 (scheduled)

"Nakanoshima West District Winter Story 2023"

As the main event of "Nakanoshima West District Winter Story 2023," which adorns winter in Nakanoshima, "Rubber Duck & Nakanoshima Water Fantasy 2023" will make a sparkling appearance! The giant duck "Rubber Duck," which travels the world's coasts, and the 10m-high fountain "Nakanoshima Water Fantasy," created from the waters of the Doshima River, collaborate to present a fantasy entertainment show of music and lights, bringing happiness and joy to all viewers ♪

[Period] December 14 (Thursday) to 25 (Monday), 2023

[Lighting hours] Rubber Duck lighting: 17:00 to 22:00

Nakanoshima Water Fantasy: 17:00 to 21:00, performed every 15 minutes, about 5 minutes each

*Events may be canceled or interrupted in severe weather or strong winds.

"UMEDA SKY BUILDING Christmas 2023 ~ Rainbow Fantasia of Music and Lights ~"

At the Umeda landmark Umeda Sky Building, Japan's largest LED projection Christmas tree will be erected, showcasing a brilliant light show, conveying hope and aspirations for a loving future. The gorgeous and elegant LED projection creates an extraordinary dreamlike space.

Why not immerse yourself in this romantic landscape woven with colorful lights, and enjoy a Christmas date while overlooking the night view from the Kuchu Teien Observatory?

[Period] December 1 (Friday) to 25 (Monday), 2023

[Lighting hours] 17:00 to 22:00

"Kirakira Guruguru Illumination Pilgrimage"

The core event in the Minami area is "Namba Hikari Tabi." At the large complex Namba Parks in Namba, you can see the "Waterfall of Light" interconnected between buildings. Falling from the 9th floor to the 2nd floor, the 18m-long waterfall of light shines with a blue brilliance, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle. The view from surrounding hotels and buildings is also beautiful! Additionally, "Namba Square" will introduce seven other illuminations in the Minami area and the Osaka Hikari no Feast events scheduled to open on November 23.

[Period] November 10, 2023 (Friday) to February 18, 2024 (Sunday)

"GRAND WISH CHRISTMAS 2023 ~ Joyful Winter ~"

In April of this year, GRAND FRONT Osaka celebrated its 10th anniversary. In this commemorative year, a Christmas lighting event based on the concept of "Joyful Winter" will be held, bringing smiles to everyone's faces and endless joy.

In the Knowledge Plaza on the 1st floor of the North Building, a giant Christmas tree approximately 12m high with a carousel design called "Joyful-Go-Round Tree" will appear! The center of the tree rotates, presenting a dreamlike, sparkling light show ♪

Additionally, the area around Umeda Kita Square is adorned with approximately 230,000 LED bulbs creating a champagne gold sea of lights.

● Giant Christmas Tree "Joyful-Go-Round Tree"

[Period] November 9, 2023 (Thursday) to December 25, 2023 (Monday)

[Light show times]

Weekdays 16:00 to 24:00, Saturdays, Sundays, holidays 15:00 to 24:00

Performances at 00, 15, 30, 45 minutes past each hour (last at 23:45)

● "Champagne Gold Illumination"

[Period] November 9, 2023 (Thursday) to February 29, 2024 (Thursday)

[Lighting hours] 17:00 to 24:00

"Welcoming Abeno Winter Gift 2023"

This year, the entrance area of Tennoji Park, "Tennoji Lawn," will also be enveloped in a sea of lights. Facilities and trees within the spacious grounds are decorated with colorful illuminations, making it a great hidden spot for family fun. Additionally, we recommend resting at shops around the lawn square while enjoying the illuminations!

[Period] November 3, 2023 (Friday, holiday) to January 31, 2024 (Wednesday)

[Lighting hours] 17:00 to 24:00

Table of Contents:

1. Osaka Hikari no Feast 2023

2. "OSAKA Hikari Renaissance 2023"

3. Nakanoshima West District

4. Umeda Sky Building

5. Osaka Minami Area Light Mass

6. Grand Front Osaka

7. Tennoji Park

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