Japanese title: 丸の内イルミネーション2026

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Good to know

About 1.2 km of street trees along Marunouchi Naka-dori glow in champagne gold until Feb 14, 2027, lit until midnight in December.

Dates

Nov 12 (Thu) – Feb 14 (Sun)

Time

16:00–23:00

Price

See the official page for prices

Venue

Marunouchi Naka-dori and Gyoko-dori (Marunouchi area)

Nearest station

Tokyo Sta.

Check closed days and last admission on the official page before you go.

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About this event

A 1.2-kilometre avenue of trees glows champagne gold as the magical world of Harry Potter takes over Marunouchi. Celebrating its 25th year in 2026, Marunouchi Illumination is one of the district's signature winter traditions. Inside Marunouchi Building, a Christmas tree inspired by the four Hogwarts houses features a three-minute light show, with magical snow swirling to music from the series. In a recreation of the Gryffindor common room, photographing the painting above the fireplace with a flash reveals a snowy surprise. Visitors can also pose inside a scene inspired by Honeydukes sweet packaging and see a Christmas tree decorated with letters from Hogwarts. Outside, chalet-style food stalls known as Hüttes and a Christmas market add another reason to wander through the illuminated streets.

Highlights

• Walk beneath approximately 1.2 km of champagne-gold lights along Marunouchi Naka-dori. In December, the lights stay on until midnight.
• See the Hogwarts four-house Christmas tree light show at Marunouchi Building, every 15 minutes from 5 to 9 pm, lasting around three minutes.
• Use flash photography on the painting above the fireplace in the Gryffindor common room to reveal magical snow.
• Step into a photo setting inspired by the colourful sweet packaging of Honeydukes.
• Chalet-style Hüttes begin serving food on November 27, while a tree covered in Hogwarts letters appears along Gyoko-dori.

Good for

Harry Potter fans, couples, families and anyone looking for an atmospheric winter evening walk with memorable photographs.

Good to know

• On opening day, the illumination starts at a different time because of the lighting ceremony.
• The light show runs every 15 minutes and lasts approximately three minutes.
• The Gyoko-dori displays and Christmas tree have a shorter operating period than the main avenue illumination.
• The official website notes that event details may change.

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

How long has Marunouchi been lighting up winter?

Marunouchi Illumination celebrates its 25th year in 2026. The annual winter display transforms approximately 1.2 kilometres of trees along Marunouchi Naka-dori into an avenue of champagne-gold light. In 2026, it forms part of MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY, combining the traditional illumination with a Christmas market and Harry Potter-themed decorations.

MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY 2026 Official Website (Japanese) · Mitsubishi Estate, MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY Announcement (Japanese)

Nov 12 (Thu), also nearby

Still open after this closes (around 23:00)

After this · until 24:00Tokyo Square Garden Winter Illumination 2026Kyobashi · 0.6 km, about 10 min on foot from here · 16:00–24:00

Live music & concertsMARUNOUCHI SOUNDSCAPE 2026 (Harlem Nights 2026 & Marunouchi Street Live)Tokyo · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · 11:00–22:00

Art exhibitionsFontanesi: Light of Italy, Landscapes of the HeartNijubashimae · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · 10:00–18:00

Art exhibitionsMAPPA EXPO 15th AnniversaryYurakucho · 0.3 km, about 6 min on foot from here · 10:00–18:00

Distance from major stations

From Nijubashimae

0.3 km, about 4 min on foot

From Tokyo

0.3 km, about 5 min on foot

From Yurakucho

0.5 km, about 9 min on foot

From Otemachi

0.6 km, about 10 min on foot

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

Other events nearby

• WHITE KITTE (KITTE Marunouchi Christmas 2026)KITTE Marunouchi 1F Atrium (Tokyo Sta.) · right there from here · Nov 19 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri)
• MARUNOUCHI SOUNDSCAPE 2026 (Harlem Nights 2026 & Marunouchi Street Live)Marunouchi Building Hall (Marunouchi Bldg 7F) / Marunouchi Naka-dori (Tokyo Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · Nov 12 (Thu) – Nov 15 (Sun)
• Tokyo Restaurant Bus Christmas PlanTokyo Restaurant Bus (departs in front of Marunouchi Building) (Tokyo Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · Dec 1 (Tue) – Dec 25 (Fri)
• MARUNOUCHI BRIGHT HOLIDAY: Harry Potter Magical Snow in MarunouchiMarunouchi Building, Marunouchi Naka-dori and Gyoko-dori (Tokyo Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · Nov 12 (Thu) – Dec 25 (Fri)
• THE MASKS: The Fascination of Masks (Seikado Bunko Art Museum)Seikado Bunko Art Museum (Seikado @ Marunouchi) (Nijubashimae Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · Nov 21 (Sat) – Jan 17 (Sun)
• Fontanesi: Light of Italy, Landscapes of the HeartMitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, Tokyo (Nijubashimae Sta.) · 0.2 km, about 3 min on foot from here · Oct 17 (Sat) – Jan 24 (Sun)

Places near here that were on Japanese TV

• イノダコーヒ 東京大丸支店Featured on Hirunandesu! (Oct 29, 2026) · about 5 min walk from the venueMapEpisode notes (Japanese page)
• 六幹Featured on Hirunandesu! (Oct 29, 2026) · about 9 min walk from the venueMapEpisode notes (Japanese page)
• 八重洲 日本橋やぶ久Featured on Hirunandesu! (Oct 29, 2026) · about 9 min walk from the venueMapEpisode notes (Japanese page)

Shops and inns featured on Japanese TV within 1 km of the venue (walking times are estimates). Check hours and closing days with the shop. Not affiliated with the shows or broadcasters.

Food and cafes nearby

Search places around the venue on Google Maps.

FAQ

What is Marunouchi Illumination 2026?

A 1.2-kilometre avenue of trees glows champagne gold as the magical world of Harry Potter takes over Marunouchi. Celebrating its 25th year in 2026, Marunouchi Illumination is one of the district's signature winter traditions. Inside Marunouchi Building, a Christmas tree inspired by the four Hogwarts houses features a three-minute light show, with magical snow swirling to music from the series. In a recreation of the Gryffindor common room, photographing the painting above the fireplace with a flash reveals a snowy surprise. Visitors can also pose inside a scene inspired by Honeydukes sweet packaging and see a Christmas tree decorated with letters from Hogwarts. Outside, chalet-style food stalls known as Hüttes and a Christmas market add another reason to wander through the illuminated streets.

When is Marunouchi Illumination 2026?

Nov 12 (Thu) – Feb 14 (Sun)

What are the opening hours of Marunouchi Illumination 2026?

16:00–23:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does Marunouchi Illumination 2026 cost?

See the official page for prices

Where is Marunouchi Illumination 2026 and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Marunouchi Naka-dori and Gyoko-dori (Marunouchi area). The nearest station is Tokyo Sta..

Where to next

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Checked against the official page on November 10, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.