What are the opening hours of Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027?

17:00–20:00; Dec 24 (Thu): 17:00–21:00; Dec 25 (Fri): 17:00–21:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.

How much does Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027 cost?

Admission during the illumination: adults ¥1,700

Where is Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027 and what is the nearest station?

It is held at Tobu Zoo. The nearest station is Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen Sta..

Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027

Japanese title: 東武動物公園ウインターイルミネーション2026-2027

Tobu Zoo (Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen Sta.)

A 65-day winter light show at the zoo-and-amusement park. Open Oct 24, 25 and 31, weekends and holidays in November, daily from Dec 5 to Jan 6 (except Jan 1), then weekends and holidays only. If you enter during the day, you can stay for the lights. Unlimited-ride pass 2,500 yen.

Dates: Oct 24 (Sat) – Feb 28 (Sun)
Time: 17:00–20:00; Dec 24 (Thu): 17:00–21:00; Dec 25 (Fri): 17:00–21:00
Price: Admission during the illumination: adults ¥1,700
Venue: Tobu Zoo
Nearest station: Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen Sta.

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

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About this event

A winter illumination at Tobu Zoo. About 70,000 lights color the amusement park and zoo at night, with cherry-blossom-style lights, a tunnel of light and animal-shaped lanterns in each area. There is also a show using songs by Takashi (Haruto Matsuo) of the group Choutokkyu, the park's 45th anniversary PR leader, and a special rate from 15:00 lets you stay from evening into the night.

Highlights

Mapping in the Canvas Garden, with about 70,000 lights each controlled individually (from 12/5)
A tunnel of light about 50m long and cherry-blossom-style illumination
An about 20-minute show with Haruto Matsuo's songs, video, lighting and lasers
A Melody Tree about 7m tall that lights up in time with music
Some animals, such as white tigers and penguins, can be seen at night

Good for: Families, couples, people who want to enjoy animals and a night-time amusement park together, and Choutokkyu fans

Good to know

Held only on set days (in November, weekends, holidays and some other days). Check the date first
Animal-shaped LED lanterns from 11/28
Rides cost extra; the official site lists which ones operate
Closing days and operations may change

Summarized from the official page and press materials.

Distance from major stations

From Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen: 0.6 km, about 10 min on foot
From Iwatsuki: 8.6 km, about 30 min by train
From Omiya: 15.7 km, about 50 min by train
From Kazo: 15.9 km, about 50 min by train

Distances are straight-line; times are rough estimates.

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FAQ

What is Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027?: A winter illumination at Tobu Zoo. About 70,000 lights color the amusement park and zoo at night, with cherry-blossom-style lights, a tunnel of light and animal-shaped lanterns in each area. There is also a show using songs by Takashi (Haruto Matsuo) of the group Choutokkyu, the park's 45th anniversary PR leader, and a special rate from 15:00 lets you stay from evening into the night.
When is Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027?: Oct 24 (Sat) – Feb 28 (Sun)
What are the opening hours of Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027?: 17:00–20:00; Dec 24 (Thu): 17:00–21:00; Dec 25 (Fri): 17:00–21:00 Check the official page for closed days and last admission.
How much does Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027 cost?: Admission during the illumination: adults ¥1,700
Where is Tobu Zoo Winter Illumination 2026-2027 and what is the nearest station?: It is held at Tobu Zoo. The nearest station is Tobu-Dobutsu-Koen Sta..

Checked against the official page on October 27, 2026. Titles and descriptions are our own translations.

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