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October 30, 2025This December, Yokohama is preparing to once again light up the holiday season with the Illumination Spectacle in Yokohama (yorunoyo 2025). From December 4 to December 30, 2025, this breathtaking event will transform the city into a vibrant spectacle of lights and music, promising visitors an unforgettable holiday experience. Now in its sixth year, the event continues to captivate both locals and international visitors, offering a larger-than-ever celebration that combines artistry, sustainability, and the beauty of Yokohama’s urban landscape.An Expanded Experience for 2025Yorunoyo 2025 is set to be the grandest illumination event to date, with a record-breaking 45 landmarks and facilities joining in the stunning light show. The heart of the event is the “Highlight of Yokohama” show, a synchronized light and music spectacle that will captivate audiences with its dynamic beauty. Spanning across Yokohama’s urban waterfront, this five-minute show will unfold multiple times each evening, offering a magical experience for all visitors, no matter when they arrive.Advertisement From 5:00 PM to 9:05 PM every day, the illuminated cityscape will dazzle with a harmonious display of light, synchronized perfectly to an enchanting soundtrack. This massive light show will spread across a three-kilometer stretch, weaving through iconic sites like the Osanbashi Pier and Yamashita Park, making it a must-see for anyone visiting Yokohama during the holiday season.Stunning Venues and Immersive Light DisplaysThe main venues for yorunoyo 2025 are Osanbashi Pier and Yamashita Park, both of which will host some of the event’s most spectacular displays.AdvertisementAt Osanbashi Pier, one of Japan’s largest outdoor projection mappings will take place. A 25-meter-long whale will swim across the roof of the pier, illuminated in vibrant colors, creating a surreal and mesmerizing visual. The pier’s “Whale’s Back” wooden deck will come alive with undulating light patterns, fully immersing visitors in the breathtaking spectacle. Visitors will also have the chance to take in views of the Yokohama skyline, which is renowned as one of Japan’s New Three Most Spectacular Night Views.Meanwhile, Yamashita Park will host the Bright Garden — a 250-meter-long interactive digital art installation featuring flower-inspired sculptures. A “Star Flower” monument will bloom with light, surrounded by 18 radiant “Star Tree” sculptures that respond to human movement, creating an immersive and dynamic experience. These interactive installations will allow visitors to become part of the art, making the experience all the more personal and engaging.Advertisement A Celebration of Flowers and LightThe theme of flowers runs through this year’s event, symbolizing beauty, life, and nature’s vibrancy. This floral theme is reflected not only in the interactive art installations but also in the light sculptures and displays that will grace the waterfront. Visitors will feel as t …
