What are the opening hours of Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary)?

16:00–21:00; Nov 14 (Sat): 17:00–21:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary) cost?

See the official page for prices

Where is Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary) and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Around Chiba New Town Chuo Station. The nearest station is Chiba-New-Town-Chuo Sta..

Festivals & local events

Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary)

Japanese title: イルミライ★INZAI 2026（市制施行30周年・千葉ニュータウン中央駅周辺）

Around Chiba New Town Chuo Station (Chiba-New-Town-Chuo Sta.)

About 400,000 lights around Chiba New Town Chuo Station, lit 16:00–21:00 from Nov 14 to Jan 3. Stage shows, food trucks and a market on opening day.

Dates: Nov 14 (Sat) – Jan 3 (Sun)
Time: 16:00–21:00; Nov 14 (Sat): 17:00–21:00
Price: See the official page for prices
Venue: Around Chiba New Town Chuo Station
Nearest station: Chiba-New-Town-Chuo Sta.

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Kyochika's take

For Inzai's 30th anniversary, about 400,000 lights in front of the station.

Zelkova-lined avenue, the symbol tree, a statue of Inzai-kun and 30th-anniversary decorations light up. On 11/14 there is a stage from 15:00, plus food trucks and a market.

If you go on opening day with the lighting ceremony, it could be a day spent at the station from early afternoon.

About this event

Around 400,000 lights celebrate Inzai City's 30th anniversary, reflecting on its past and looking toward its future. Alongside illuminated zelkova trees, visitors will find a colorful main tree, a display featuring the local mascot Inzai-kun, and special anniversary decorations. The event began in 2018 to celebrate the city's population reaching 100,000 and has since become a winter tradition. Opening-day activities include stage performances, a lighting ceremony, food trucks and market stalls.

Highlights

Walk beneath zelkova trees illuminated by approximately 400,000 lights.
See the colorful main tree and the Inzai-kun mascot display.
Look for decorations celebrating the city's 30th anniversary.
On November 14, stage performances begin at 15:00 and the lighting ceremony at 16:50.
Browse food trucks and market stalls scheduled for the opening day.

Good for: For families, visitors who love illuminated tree-lined streets and anyone interested in local mascots and community celebrations.

Good to know

Lighting hours may change when special events take place.
After rain, lighting may be delayed while electrical safety checks are conducted.
Applications for ceremonial switch operators, stage performers and food truck vendors have closed.
Additional events by private operators are planned during the season; check the city website for dates.

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Why did Illumirai INZAI begin as a celebration of 100,000 residents?

Illumirai INZAI began in 2018, after Inzai City's population passed 100,000 that May. The city launched the illumination event to celebrate the milestone with residents, create a new tourist attraction and encourage local activity. The first edition featured 180,000 champagne-gold LED lights along 45 trees, a pink illuminated centerpiece and an approximately three-meter-tall Inzai-kun mascot display.

Actress Yoko Maki, who comes from Inzai, appeared as a guest at the inaugural lighting ceremony. A community ceremony was also planned in which residents carried a glowing ball symbolizing hope and the future. In 2026, the city celebrates its 30th anniversary with approximately 400,000 lights and commemorative decorations reflecting its history and aspirations.

What began as a celebration of population growth has become a winter tradition honoring the city's past and future. That is why the illuminated zelkova trees and anniversary decorations deserve a closer look.

Inzai City: Press Release on the Illumination Celebrating 100,000 Residents (Japanese) · Inzai City: Official Announcement of Illumirai INZAI for the 30th Anniversary (Japanese)

Distance from major stations

From Chiba-New-Town-Chuo: right there
From Shisui: 11.2 km, about 40 min by train
From Keisei-Narita: 12.1 km, about 40 min by train
From Makuhari-Toyosuna: 20.3 km, about 60 min by train

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

Other events nearby

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27th Naritasan Park Autumn Leaves FestivalNaritasan Park (Naritasan Shinshoji) (Keisei-Narita Sta.) · 12.4 km, about 40 min by train from here · Nov 14 (Sat) – Nov 29 (Sun)
Chiikawa Christmas MarketToyosuna Park (in front of AEON Mall Makuhari Shintoshin) (Makuhari-Toyosuna Sta.) · 20.4 km, about 60 min by train from here · Nov 24 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri)
Makuhari Illumi 26/27 (JR Kaihin-Makuhari Station)JR Kaihin-Makuhari Station Plazas (South & North) (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.) · 20.7 km, about 60 min by train from here · Nov 13 (Fri) – Jan 31 (Sun)
Rakuten Super Furusato Nozei Festival 2026Makuhari Messe Halls 7-8 (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.) · 21.1 km, about 65 min by train from here · Nov 22 (Sun) – Nov 23 (Mon, holiday)
COUNTDOWN JAPAN 26/27Makuhari Messe International Exhibition Halls 1-11 and Event Hall (Kaihin-Makuhari Sta.) · 21.2 km, about 65 min by train from here · Dec 26 (Sat) – Dec 31 (Thu)

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FAQ

What is Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary)?: Around 400,000 lights celebrate Inzai City's 30th anniversary, reflecting on its past and looking toward its future. Alongside illuminated zelkova trees, visitors will find a colorful main tree, a display featuring the local mascot Inzai-kun, and special anniversary decorations. The event began in 2018 to celebrate the city's population reaching 100,000 and has since become a winter tradition. Opening-day activities include stage performances, a lighting ceremony, food trucks and market stalls.
When is Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary)?: Nov 14 (Sat) – Jan 3 (Sun)
What are the opening hours of Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary)?: 16:00–21:00; Nov 14 (Sat): 17:00–21:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary) cost?: See the official page for prices
Where is Illumirai INZAI 2026 (Inzai City 30th Anniversary) and what is the nearest station?: It is held at Around Chiba New Town Chuo Station. The nearest station is Chiba-New-Town-Chuo Sta..

Checked against the official page on October 28, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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