Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026

Japanese title: 流山おおたかの森イルミネーション2026

Nagareyama-Otakanomori Station South Exit Plaza (Mori no Machi Hiroba) (Nagareyama-Otakanomori Sta.) · Free

About 200,000 lights on the trees of the plaza outside Nagareyama-Otakanomori Station's south exit, 16:00–22:00 from Nov 3 to Feb 14. Free.

Dates

Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) – Feb 14 (Sun)

Time

16:00–22:00; Nov 3 (Tue, holiday): 17:00–22:00

Price

Free entry

Venue

Nagareyama-Otakanomori Station South Exit Plaza (Mori no Machi Hiroba)

Nearest station

Nagareyama-Otakanomori Sta.

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

Kyochika's take

About 200,000 bulbs in the plaza in front of Nagareyama-Otakanomori Station.

The trees in Mori no Machi Plaza at the South Exit are lit from 4 pm to 10 pm. Until February 14.

Right outside the station, so you can stop by after the shopping center or after work. Free admission.

About this event

Around 200,000 lights illuminate the trees outside Nagareyama-otakanomori Station for this annual winter display. The illuminations extend across Mori no Machi Plaza and Komorebi Street, transforming the station surroundings after dark. An opening lighting ceremony takes place on November 3, with the lights scheduled to come on at approximately 5:00 p.m. that day. Located beside a station served by the Tsukuba Express and Tobu Urban Park Line, the display is an easy stop during an evening stroll or after shopping.

Highlights

• See approximately 200,000 lights illuminating the trees of Mori no Machi Plaza.
• Follow the illuminations along Komorebi Street.
• Catch the November 3 lighting ceremony, with illumination expected around 5:00 p.m.
• Photograph the illuminated trees and surrounding plaza.

Good for

For winter light enthusiasts, families with children and shoppers looking for an evening stroll.

Good to know

• The event may be changed or cancelled depending on circumstances.
• Entry restrictions may be introduced, and visitors may need to wait before entering.

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Are there really goshawks living in the forest behind the station's name?

The name Nagareyama-otakanomori is more than an appealing image. It refers to the northern goshawks that inhabit Ichinoya Forest near the station. The name reflects the greenery of the surrounding area, and local residents' opinions were considered during the naming process.

On December 20, 2005, a real goshawk unexpectedly entered the station. After striking a transparent wall and injuring its wing, the bird became the focus of a rescue attempt involving city officials, wildlife protection personnel and police. Before they could capture it, however, it flew out of the station on its own. The incident was even reported by NHK.

In 2006, commemorative trees were planted in the south exit plaza, with species such as zelkova, kobushi magnolia and sawtooth oak chosen in consideration of the vegetation of Ichinoya Forest. The trees illuminated today are part of the city's effort to bring the character of a forest into its urban spaces. When admiring the roughly 200,000 lights, take a moment to notice the trees beneath them.

Nagareyama City — Origins of Station Names (Japanese) · Nagareyama City — A Goshawk Visits Nagareyama-otakanomori Station (Japanese) · Nagareyama City — Commemorative Tree Planting at the Station (Japanese) · Chiba Prefecture Official Tourism Website — Nagareyama-otakanomori Illumination 2026 (Japanese)

Distance from major stations

From Nagareyama-Otakanomori

right there

From Minami-Koshigaya

12.2 km, about 40 min by train

From Kanamachi

12.4 km, about 40 min by train

From Rokucho

13.4 km, about 45 min by train

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

Other events nearby

• Dog Manners Class (Mizumoto Park)Mizumoto Park, former Youth Hostel site (Kanamachi Sta.) · 10.7 km, about 35 min by train from here · Nov 14 (Sat)
• 24th Mizumoto Park WAKATE FestaMizumoto Park (Central Plaza & Memorial Plaza area) (Kanamachi Sta.) · 10.7 km, about 35 min by train from here · Nov 14 (Sat)
• Tokyo Canicross 2026 (Dog Marathon)Mizumoto Park Central Plaza (Kanamachi Sta.) · 10.7 km, about 35 min by train from here · Nov 29 (Sun)
• 21st Mizumoto Park Fureai FestivalMizumoto Park, Hanashobu Plaza (Kanamachi Sta.) · 10.7 km, about 35 min by train from here · Nov 3 (Tue, holiday)
• Zennikusai & Mayo Fes in KatsushikaMizumoto Park, Free Plaza (Kanamachi Sta.) · 10.8 km, about 35 min by train from here · Nov 7 (Sat) – Nov 8 (Sun)
• Tori-no-Ichi at Kasai Shrine, Katsushika (1st Rooster Day)Kasai Shrine (Higashi-Kanamachi, Katsushika) (Kanamachi Sta.) · 11.6 km, about 40 min by train from here · Nov 7 (Sat)

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FAQ

What is Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026?

Around 200,000 lights illuminate the trees outside Nagareyama-otakanomori Station for this annual winter display. The illuminations extend across Mori no Machi Plaza and Komorebi Street, transforming the station surroundings after dark. An opening lighting ceremony takes place on November 3, with the lights scheduled to come on at approximately 5:00 p.m. that day. Located beside a station served by the Tsukuba Express and Tobu Urban Park Line, the display is an easy stop during an evening stroll or after shopping.

When is Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026?

Nov 3 (Tue, holiday) – Feb 14 (Sun)

What are the opening hours of Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026?

16:00–22:00; Nov 3 (Tue, holiday): 17:00–22:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026 cost?

Free entry

Where is Nagareyama-Otakanomori Illumination 2026 and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Nagareyama-Otakanomori Station South Exit Plaza (Mori no Machi Hiroba). The nearest station is Nagareyama-Otakanomori Sta..

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