Tokyo's Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Dates, Highlights, and Access
Marunouchi Illumination 2025 is a large-scale winter illumination event held near Tokyo Station. Check out the dates, location, lighting times, and access information. We also included information on food spots worth visiting in the area.
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Tokyo's Streets Shine Bright! Marunouchi Illumination 2025
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Tokyo's Marunouchi Illumination 2025 is taking place again this year near Tokyo Station, covering approximately 1.2 km from Yurakucho to Otemachi.
Around 286 street trees will shine in champagne gold, creating a fantastical atmosphere as if you are walking under a starry sky, making it a very popular Christmas event.
This event exudes a romantic ambiance, perfect for winter dates and outings. The Marunouchi area is home to stylish restaurants, cafes, and bars, as well as opportunities for shopping and cultural experiences, making it an excellent destination for couples, families, and friends to visit!
Marunouchi Illumination 2025 Guide
1. Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Dates and Schedule
Concurrent Light-up Events Near Tokyo Station
- Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter
- Gyokodori Illumination 2025
- MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY 2025
2. Venue of Marunouchi Illumination 2025
3. Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Lighting Times
4. About the Admisson to Marunouchi Illumination 2025
5. Access and Nearest Stations
6. Recommended Spots Nearby
7. Gourmet Spots Nearby
Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Dates and Schedule
Marunouchi Illumination 2025
November 13, 2025 (Thursday) to February 12, 2026 (Sunday)
Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter
November 13, 2025 (Thursday) to December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
Gyokodori Illumination 2025
November 28, 2025 (Thursday) to December 25, 2025 (Thursday)
MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY 2025 Disney JOYFUL MOMENTS
November 13, 2025 (Thursday) to January 4, 2026 (Sunday) - No illuminations on January 1, 2026
Official Website: https://www.marunouchi.com/pickup/event/7956/
Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter
Picture courtesy of PR Times
On the main street, Marunouchi Nakadori, the Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter will also be held simultaneously, featuring food trucks and shops along approximately 500 meters.
Enjoy the festive Christmas atmosphere alongside a Christmas market.
Gyokodori Illumination 2025
Gyokodori Avenue. Photo by Pixta
In addition, the Gyokodori Illumination 2025 will also be held simultaneously along Gyokodori, which connects Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace East Gardens.
Why not take this opportunity to see Tokyo Station in a different light, enveloped in the festive Christmas mood?
Picture courtesy of PR Times
Centered around the Marunouchi Building, MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY 2025 Disney JOYFUL MOMENTS will take over the Marunouchi area with a heartwarming Disney-themed celebration.
At the main venues, including Marunouchi Building, Shin‑Marunouchi Building, Marunouchi Oazo, and Marunouchi Brick Square, visitors will find large-scale decorations inspired by Mickey and Friends and beloved Disney animated films such as Frozen, Toy Story, Tangled, Winnie the Pooh, and the theatrical release Zootopia 2. Stroll through the district to enjoy themed installations and seasonal illuminations that capture special moments from Disney stories.
The event runs from November 13, 2025 to January 4, 2026 (closed on January 1). In addition to immersive displays, expect photo spots, themed pop-ups, original merchandise, and special food and drink offerings—perfect for sharing joyful, magical moments throughout the winter season.
Official details: https://www.marunouchi.com/pickup/event/7575/
Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Location
Picture courtesy of PR Times
The location for Marunouchi Illumination 2025 has been announced as the area around Tokyo Station and Marunouchi Nakadori.
The illumination will focus on Marunouchi Nakadori, as well as the area in front of Tokyo Station (near Tokyo Building and Marunouchi Hotel), Gyokodori, and around the Shin Kokusai Building near Yurakucho Station (as shown in the photo). Marunouchi Naka-dori
2-chome, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
Hotels near Marunouchi Naka-dori
Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Lighting Times
The lighting times for Marunouchi Illumination 2025 are from 16:00 to 23:00. (*From December 1 to 31, the hours are scheduled from 16:00 to 00:00)
In addition, the lighting times for the concurrently held Gyokodori Illumination 2025 are from 16:00 to 00:00.
The hours for Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter are from 11:00 to 22:00, so be sure to enjoy them together!
Marunouchi Illumination 2025
16:00 – 23:00 (From December 1 to 31, scheduled from 16:00 to 00:00)
Marunouchi Street Park 2025 Winter
11:00 – 22:00
Gyokodori Illumination 2025
16:00 – 00:00
Admission Fees for Marunouchi Illumination 2025
Marunouchi Illumination 2025 is a public event with free admission.
You can enjoy it casually after work, or visit for a date or a leisurely stroll.
How to Access Marunouchi Illumination 2025: Nearest Stations
JR Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit. Photo by Pixta
As mentioned above, the Illumination 2025 will take place over a wide area including Marunouchi Nakadori, the area in front of Tokyo Station, and Yukyodori, so there are multiple access methods.
Below, we introduce access to the main street of Marunouchi Illumination 2025, which is Marunouchi Nakadori, spanning approximately 1.2 km.
Access by Train
Marunouchi Nakadori is conveniently located near the following stations, all within about a 5-minute walk to Marunouchi Nakadori. However, be cautious as Tokyo Station is very large, and it can be easy to get confused with the exits.
- JR Lines: Tokyo Station Marunouchi South Exit
- Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line: Tokyo Station Marunouchi Underground South Exit
- Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line: Nijubashi-mae (Marunouchi) Station, Exit 4
Access is also possible from the following stations:
- JR Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tohoku Line, Negishi Line: About a 4-minute walk from Yurakucho Station Central West Exit / Hibiya Exit
- Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line: Immediately from Yurakucho Station Exit D1
- Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, Chiyoda Line: Immediately from Hibiya Station Exit A3
- Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, Tozai Line, Chiyoda Line, Hanzomon Line: Immediately from Otemachi Station Exits B1a and B1b
Access by Bus
Around Tokyo Station, there are bus stops at Marunouchi South Exit, which operates buses to Tokyo Big Sight and Harumi Pier, Marunouchi North Exit, which operates buses to Kinshicho Station and Yotsuya Station, and Yaesu Exit, which operates buses to Tokyo Big Sight and Minami-Senju Station.
The travel times from each bus stop to Marunouchi Nakadori are as follows:
- Marunouchi South Exit Bus Stop: About a 2-minute walk
- Marunouchi North Exit Bus Stop: About a 4-minute walk
- Yaesu Exit Bus Stop: About a 14-minute walk
Recommended Spots Around Marunouchi Illumination 2025
Surrounding Marunouchi Illumination 2025, there are attractive galleries and commercial facilities. Here, we will introduce some recommended spots to visit along with the illumination.
KITTE Marunouchi
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KITTE Marunouchi is a commercial facility located near the Marunouchi Exit of Tokyo Station. It consists of parts that preserve and regenerate the former Tokyo Central Post Office building and newly constructed sections, housing around 100 shops and restaurants.
The building features a stunning atrium design, and during the Christmas season, an event called WHITE KITTE (*) is held, showcasing a large, all-white Christmas tree in the first-floor atrium.
The approximately 13-meter-tall fir tree, adorned with lights and accompanied by a light and music show, is a spectacular sight worth seeing.
From the rooftop garden on the 6th floor, KITTE Garden, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Marunouchi station building and the Shinkansen at JR Tokyo Station. This spot offers not only shopping and dining but also seasonal events and exhibitions to enjoy.
WHITE KITTE Event Period: November 20 - December 25, 2025
Address: 2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo KITTE Marunouchi
Hours: Shops Daily 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Restaurants & Cafes Daily 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Official Website: https://marunouchi.jp-kitte.jp/shop/white_kitte2025/ (Japanese)
2-7-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
Hotels near KITTE Marunouchi
Marunouchi Street Gallery
Picture courtesy of PRtimes
The Marunouchi Street Gallery is an art project centered around Marunouchi Nakadori, where the entire area is adorned with sculptures and art pieces, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a museum.
This project is operated by Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. and the Sculpture Museum Foundation, and it has been ongoing since 1972. Works by modern sculpture masters and contemporary artists are rotated every few years, allowing visitors to enjoy new art consistently.
During the illuminated season, taking a walk while viewing the lit-up art pieces is a delightful experience. Come and witness the collaboration of illumination and art for yourself!
Address: Marunouchi Nakadori
Hours: Open 24 hours
Official Website: https://www.marunouchi.com/lp/street_gallery/
Gourmet Spots Nearby
In the area where Marunouchi Illumination takes place, there are many cafes and restaurants, perfect for filling your stomach with delicious meals before or after enjoying the illumination.
Sichuan Douhua Rice Restaurant Tokyo
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Sichuan Douhua Rice Restaurant Tokyo is a modern Chinese restaurant directly connected to Tokyo Station, where you can enjoy Sichuan cuisine from Singapore along with a tea ceremony performance.
Address: 1-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 6F Shin-Marunouchi Building
Hours: Monday to Saturday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM, Sunday & Holidays 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Closed: Irregular holidays (subject to Shin-Marunouchi Building)
Official Website: https://www.sichuandouhua-tokyo.com/
Ore no Italian Tokyo Station Yaechika
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At Ore no Italian Tokyo Station Yaechika, a direct access Italian bar, you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine made with high-quality ingredients at reasonable prices.
Address: 2-1 Yaesu, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, B1F
Hours: Monday to Thursday, Weekends & Holidays 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Friday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Closed: Irregular holidays
Official Website: https://www.oreno.co.jp/restaurant/italian_bakery_yaechika
Luv.Fish? Tokyo
Located on the 7th floor of the Shin-Marunouchi Building, Marunouchi House features 11 diverse dining establishments.
At the seafood dining restaurant Luv.Fish? Tokyo, you can enjoy fresh seafood dishes and Japanese sake. The variety of warm menu items will surely warm you up on chilly days.
Address: 1-5-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, 7F Shin-Marunouchi Building
Hours: Monday to Friday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM, Saturday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Sunday & Holidays 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Official Website: https://www.marunouchi.com/tenants/10323/
Enjoy Winter at Marunouchi Illumination 2025
The Marunouchi Illumination, held annually from November to February, is one of Tokyo's signature events that colors the winter season.
Along the approximately 1.2 km of Marunouchi Nakadori, champagne gold lights beautifully illuminate the street trees, and the Christmas tree shimmering in seven colors boosts the festive Christmas spirit.
With plenty of dining options nearby, it's perfect for a date or a day out. Be sure to bundle up and enjoy the stunning scenery!
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