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OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024: Unwrap the Joy of Christmas at Nakanoshima
OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024, a large-scale Christmas Market, will be held from December 14 to December 25 around Osaka City Hall and Nakanoshima Park. The illuminations, riverside scenery, and food stalls offering Osaka gourmet delicacies are must-see attractions this holiday season!
OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024 in Nakanoshima
BIG Snowman in Nakanoshima (Past event) Picture courtesy of © OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Executive Committee
Surrounded by the Dojima and Tosabori rivers, Nakanoshima is an island that symbolizes the Aqua Metropolis of Osaka.
The rich environment of water and greenery, along with cultural facilities and historical buildings makes it the perfect setting for the OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance, which will be held again this year. Given its great accessibility, this winter spectacle attracts many visitors annually.
The OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance is one of the main programs of Osaka Light Festival 2024, where the city overflows with light since 2003. This year, the illuminations will undergo further evolution, offering various light programs filled with hospitality for everyone to enjoy.
Three Highlights of OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024
Now, we'll introduce some highlights of this event.
1. Projection Mapping that Illuminates the Osaka City Central Public Hall
Projection mapping on the Osaka City Central Public Hall (Image) Picture courtesy of © OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Executive Committee
A must-see spectacle is the projection mapping at Osaka City Central Public Hall, a nationally designated important cultural asset with a history spanning the ages.
Various visual light shows, including Western paintings, modern graphics, and computer-generated imagery, are utilized with upbeat music, vividly showcasing Osaka's prosperity and timeless radiance throughout the decades.
2. Nakanoshima Illumination Street
Nakanoshima Illumination Street (Image) Picture courtesy of © OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Executive Committee
The approximately 150-meter-long avenue of zelkova trees illuminated since the event's inception is a symbol of the OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance.
The reinvigorated illuminated tunnel of lights invites visitors to the main venue.
3. Enjoy a Variety of Gourmet Foods While Admiring the Illuminations
Light Market (Image) Picture courtesy of © OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Executive Committee
At the Light Market within Nakanoshima Park, you can savor a variety of gourmet foods at the Osaka Gourmet, Christmas Market, and Kitchen Car Street, all while enjoying the projection mapping up close.
Access to OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024
One Million Roses Town - Rose Garden of Light - (Image) Picture courtesy of © OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Executive Committee
When you extend your hand, colorful roses made of light will appear in the winter Nakanoshima Rose Garden.
By Train
Approximately 2 minutes on foot from Yodoyabashi Station along the Osaka Metro and Keihan, and about 6 minutes on foot from Kitahama Station.
Approximately 1 minute on foot from Naniwabashi Station along the Keihan, and about 6 minutes on foot from Oebashi Station.
By Car
Due to congestion and fully occupied parking lots, vehicle restrictions will be implemented during the event period. Therefore, it is recommended to use public transportation to reach the venue. For information regarding vehicle restrictions, please check the official website.
Schedule and Overview of OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024
Dates | December 14, 2024 (Saturday) - December 25, 2024 (Wednesday) |
Location | Surrounding Osaka City Hall to Nakanoshima Park: MAP |
Opening Hours | Varies by content, so please check the official website for details. |
Official Website | OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024 |