Unforgettable Riverside Illuminations
Tokyo’s “Bamboo Lantern Illuminations” event will light up the downtown area near Tokyo Skytree and the Sumida River with bamboo lantern displays illuminating the waterfront with a magical ambiance.
For 2026, the event will run daily from November 7 to January 31, between 5:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Visitors can enjoy an enchanting evening walk through the downtown streets, taking in the shimmering reflections on the Kitajukken River waters and explore scenic locations such as Ushijima Shrine and the Sumida River Walk.
