Jingle bells are ringing and the most wonderful time of the year is just around the corner; with many holiday events in Japan actually starting as early as November. With less than one percent of Japan’s population practicing Christianity, Christmas in Japan has less of a religious focus, and stands more as a celebration of the winter season and the excitement and hope that comes with the promise of a fast approaching new year. It’s a time for hearty food, lavish decorations, inviting markets and heartfelt gifts.
The holiday has continuously grown in popularity throughout the decades, kicking off the new season with plenty of seasonal events. From romantic sceneries to family-friendly activities to enjoy the end of the year together, Christmas is a lively social occasion filled with merriment. You also don’t want to miss Japan’s renowned magical illuminations, bringing twinkling lights across its neighborhoods. Here are the best Christmas events happening across Japan this winter.
Tokyo Christmas Markets
Tokyo Christmas Market will host its biggest ever event at Jingu Gaien and Shiba Park, featuring illuminations, live music, food and drinks. 
Tokyo Christmas Market 2025
Date & Time
Nov 21-Dec 25・11:00-21:30・On November 21: 16:00-21:30; last admission at 20:30 and last order at 21:00
Price
¥1000
Location
Meiji Jingu Gaien
Roppongi Hills will celebrate the holidays with illuminations, a Christmas market, exhibitions and food from November 4 to December 25.
Roppongi Hills Christmas 2025
Date & Time
Nov 04-Dec 25
Price
Free
Location
Roppongi Hills
Marunouchi Street Park will have its biggest ever Christmas market, with charming shops and gourmet food and drinks.
Marunouchi Street Park Christmas Market
Date & Time
Nov 13-25・11:00-22:00
Price
Free
Location
Tokyo Station area and Marunouchi-Nakadori Ave
The Azabudai Hills Christmas Market will have 17 featured booths, with Christmas specialty stores and unique food and beverage outlets.
Azabudai Hills Christmas Market 2025
Date & Time
Nov 22-Dec 25・11:00-21:00
Price
Free
Location
Azabudai Hills Central Plaza
The Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse will host its 16th Christmas market with grand decor, Christmas goods, food, and a visit from Santa Claus.
Christmas Market at Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse 2025
Date & Time
Nov 21-Dec 25・11:00-22:00・November 21: 17-21:00; November 22-December 5: 11:00-21:00
Price
starting at ¥500
Location
Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse
The Ueno Christmas Market is bringing illuminations, food, live music and pandas for the holiday season at Hakamakoshi Square.
Ueno Christmas Market 2025
Date & Time
Dec 01-25
Price
Free
Location
Ueno Park
Yebisu Graden Place will host illuminations and a Christmas marche for the holiday season with food, drinks, seasonal goods and music.
Yebisu Garden Place Christmas Marche 2025
Date & Time
Nov 08-25・12:00-20:00・17:00-20:00 on weekdays
Price
Free
Location
Yebisu Garden Place
Tokyo Skytree Town's 10th annual Christmas market will feature food, drinks, fun photo spots and a giant stollen cutting ceremony.
Tokyo Skytree Town Picture Book Christmas Market 2025
Date & Time
Nov 06-Dec 25・11:00-22:00・last order at 21:00
Price
Free
Location
Tokyo Skytree Town Sky Arena
Theme Park Festive Events in Japan
Image courtesy of PR Times | © Disney Tokyo Disney Resort's Christmas event, from November 11 to December 25, features new entertainment, attractions, merchandise and menus.
Tokyo Disney Resort Christmas 2025
Date & Time
Nov 11-Dec 25
Price
starting at ¥9400
Location
Tokyo Disney Resort
Universal Studios Japan TM & © Universal Studios. All rights reserved Universal Studios Japan will celebrate the holidays with new shows, exciting attractions, limited edition merchandise, and seasonal menus.
Universal Studios Christmas Joy
Date & Time
Nov 19, 2025-Jan 4, 2026
Price
starting at ¥8900
Location
Universal Studios Japan
Photo courtesy of PR Times and Yomiuri Land Co., Ltd. | © MOTOKO ISHII LIGHTING DESIGN Yomiuriland will have its 16th season of illuminations from October 23 to April 5 with fountain shows, food and merchandise.
Yomiuriland Jewellumination
Date & Time
Oct 23, 2025-Apr 5, 2026
Price
¥1800 for adults (admission only); ¥5900 for adult day pass (all-you-can-ride)
Location
Yomiuriland
© 2025 SANRIO CO., LTD. TOKYO, JAPAN Copyright Sanrio Co., Ltd. Sanrio Puroland will be celebrating the holidays with new shows, character greetings, merchandise and food from November 7 to December 25.
Sanrio Puroland Illumination Christmas
Date & Time
Nov 7, 2025-Dec 31, 2026
Price
starting at ¥4300
Location
Sanrio Puroland
More Festive Events
The Yunth Midtown Ice Rink is Tokyo's largest outdoor ice skating rink and will be open from November 21 to February 23.
Yunth Midtown Ice Rink
Date & Time
Nov 21, 2025-Feb 23, 2026・11:00-21:00・closed on January 1; last entry at 20:00
Price
starting at ¥1400
Location
Tokyo Midtown Grass Square
Tokyo Skytree will host a "Christmas party in the sky," with cute photo spots and seasonal exclusive menus and goods.
Tokyo Skytree Dream Christmas
Date & Time
Nov 06-Dec 25
Price
starting at ¥3100 for adults
Location
Tokyo Skytree
The 7th annual Santa Parade Tokyo will run from Harajuku to Shibuya to raise money for hospitalized children in Japan and overseas.
Santa Parade Tokyo
Date & Time
Nov 16, 2025・10:00~
Price
¥3300 for adults, ¥2200 for students and ¥1100 for kids
Location
Yoyogi Park Event Square
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Updated On November 12, 2025
