The illuminations are beautiful lighting displays that brighten up winter nights and invite visitors into a fantastical world.

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Flower Park

This year, a spectacular illumination event is being held in Hamamatsu, impressing viewers.

Here we will introduce a carefully selected list of recommended illumination spots in Hamamatsu City and Kosai City.

Hamamatsu Flower Park | Flower Illumination 2024

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Flower Park

At this event, which starts in November, you can enjoy a sparkling, 8-meter-tall fir tree and a fantastical world where flowers and lights combine.

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Flower Park

The garden is filled with beautiful seasonal flowers in full bloom, and at night, approximately one million LED lights are lit up, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.

During the Christmas season, the combination of flowers and illuminations creates a romantic atmosphere!

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Flower Park

Be sure to visit Hamamatsu Flower Park’s illuminations, where you can create wonderful memories with your partner or family.

Event period: Saturday, November 23, 2024 (National Holiday) – Sunday, January 5, 2025

*The event will be held rain or shine.

*The Santa Claus exhibit in the large greenhouse “Crystal Palace” will be on display until December 25th (Wednesday).

*The park will be closed from December 29th to December 31st.

Location: Hamamatsu Flower Park (195 Tateyamadera-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City)

Admission fee: 500 yen for adults (includes 200 yen shopping voucher), free for junior high school students and younger

*Those who are visiting the park continuously from the daytime can stay until the night without additional charges.

Opening fee: 9:30-20:30, varies depending on the period.

*For more details, please see the Hamamatsu Flower Park official website.

https://e-flowerpark.com/news/event/27424/

Access:

[Train] Take the bus bound for “Kanzanji Onsen” from bus stop number 1 at the north exit of Hamamatsu Station. Get off at the “Flower Park” bus stop (approximately 40 minutes)

[Car] Approximately 5 minutes from the Tateyamadera Smart Interchange on the Tomei Expressway. Approximately 30 minutes from the Hamamatsu Inasa Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway.

For details and inquiries: Hamamatsu Flower Park

HP: https://e-flowerpark.com/news/event/27424/

TEL：053-487-0511

Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika | 2024-2025 Winter Illumination

The winter illuminations at Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika captivate visitors with their colorful lighting.

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

During the winter from 2024 to 2025, the park will transform into a dream world, making you feel as if you have wandered into a fantastical world!

And speaking of illuminations at Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika, there is this “Tunnel of Light.”

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

The approximately 130m long “Tunnel of Light” is the main spot that can be enjoyed by a wide range of people, from children to seniors.

Each area of ​​the vast park has a different theme, making it a fun place for families, couples, and friends to enjoy.

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

One of the highlights is the newly renovated fountain illumination show, one of the largest in Japan!

Photo courtesy of Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

This fantastic collaboration of water, light and sound is a special event that you won’t find anywhere else. Why not spend a memorable winter moment here?

Event period: Saturday, October 26, 2024 – Monday, February 24, 2025

*Will be held even in rain

*From January 26th (Sunday) onwards, the store will be open only on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays.

Location: Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

(4263-1 Miyakoda-cho, Hamana-ku, Hamamatsu City)

Price: Illumination fee (admission fee + fountain show viewing fee)

・Adults 1,800 yen

・Elementary school students 1,200 yen

・3 years old to preschoolers 500 yen

・Free for children under 2 years old

*Flat rate applies after 5pm.

Lighting time: 17:00 – 21:00

◆Fountain show

17:30~/18:00~/18:30~/19:00~/19:30~/20:15~ Total of 6 performances

*The event may be canceled due to weather or other conditions.

*Due to the Christmas Fireworks & Fountain Show on December 24th (Tue) and 25th (Wed), the fountain show will not be held from 17:30, 18:00, or 18:30.

Access:

[Train] Approximately 8 minutes walk from Fruit Park Station on the Tenryu Hamanako Railway. From JR Hamamatsu Station, take the Entetsu Bus Hagioka Miyakoda Line bound for Fruit Park for approximately 60 minutes, then get off at the last stop.

[Car] Approximately 30 minutes from the Tomei Expressway “Hamamatsu Nishi Interchange”. Immediately from the Shin-Tomei Expressway “Hamamatsu Service Area” Smart Interchange. *ETC required.

For details and inquiries, please contact:

Hamamatsu Fruit Park Tokinosumika

Website: https://hamamatsu-fp.co.jp/eventinfo/detail/103

TEL: 053-428-5211

Nayuta Hamakita | Illumination 2024

The 2024 Nayuta Hamakita illuminations will feature approximately 62,000 sparkling lights.

Photo courtesy of Nayuta Hamakita

The illuminations at Nayuta Hamakita, a complex located in front of Hamakita Station on the Enshu Railway, gently light up the fantastic night scenery.

Event period: Saturday, November 2, 2024 to Sunday, February 9, 2025

Time: 17:00-21:00

Location: Nayuta Hamakita (3000 Kibune, Hamamatsu City, Hamana Ward)

Access: [Train] Get off at Hamakita Station on the Enshu Railway

For details and inquiries, please contact:

Nayuta Hamakita

Website: https://www.nayuta-hamakita.jp/

TEL: 053-585-0611

Zaza City Hamamatsu | Kajicho Street Tree Illumination

In front of Zaza City Hamamatsu in the center of Hamamatsu, the Kajicho Street Tree Illumination is held, which can be enjoyed throughout the city.

Photo courtesy of Zaza City Hamamatsu

Approximately 70,000 gold-colored LED bulbs will brighten up the roadside trees.

Photo courtesy of Zaza City Hamamatsu

A large tree will also be set up between the West Hall and the East Hall!

Be sure to stop by in between shopping and dining.

Photo courtesy of Zaza City Hamamatsu

Event period: Friday, November 1, 2024 to Friday, February 28, 2025

Time: 16:30-24:00

Location: Zaza City Hamamatsu (15 Kajicho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu City)

Access:

[Train] JR Hamamatsu Station, Entetsu Shin-Hamamatsu Station, 5 minute walk

[Bus] Entetsu bus, get off at Zaza City Mae, Kajicho, Tamachi Chuodori, or Tenmacho bus stop

[Car] Tomei Expressway Hamamatsu Nishi I.C. → Zaza City Hamamatsu, 10.4km, approx. 30 minutes

[Car] Tomei Expressway Hamamatsu I.C. → Zaza City Hamamatsu, 8.7km, approx. 16 minutes

For details and inquiries:

Zaza City Hamamatsu

Website: https://zazacity.jp/info/illumination/

TEL: 053-413-3333 (main office)

Ryugashido Cave | Illumination " Illumination glow-worm"

Ryugashido Cave, a popular tourist spot in Hamamatsu City, will host a special illumination event that can be enjoyed even during the day.

The small cavern at Yokitado Cave, a foot bath facility located just before the Ryugasaki Cave, is decorated with lots of electric lights, giving you the feeling of being under the stars.

Photo courtesy of Ryugashido Cave

The combination of the mysterious space woven by nature and the light creates a special experience that you can’t find anywhere else.

It’s a great place for families or couples to visit, and is recommended for those who want to enjoy romantic illuminations even during the day.

Event period: Friday, November 1, 2024 to Friday, February 28, 2025

Time: 9:00-17:00

Location: Ryugashido Cave Yokitado Cave (193 Tabatake, Inasa-cho, Hamamatsu-ku)

Access:

[Bus] Take bus no. 15 “Okuyama bound” at the north exit of Hamamatsu Station bus terminal for about 1 hour and get off at “Ryūgashido Iriguchi”. 7minutes walk

[Car] Approximately 30 minutes from the “Hamamatsu Nishi Interchange” on the Tomei Expressway. Approximately 10 minutes from the “Hamamatsu Inasa” Interchange on the Shin-Tomei Expressway. *ETC required

For details and inquiries:

Ryūgashido Cave

Website: https://doukutu.co.jp/

TEL: 053-543-0108

Kirakira Festa in Kosai (JR Washizu Station)

You can also enjoy illuminations in Kosai City, next to Hamamatsu City!

We recommend the “Kirakira Festa in Kosai” illuminations, which can be enjoyed in just a minute’s walk from JR Washizu Station.

The rotary in front of the station and the street trees and street lamps in the square in front of the station are decorated with sparkling electric lights.

“Kirakira Festa in Kosai” is held every year with the support of volunteer residents and local businesses, and this year marks the 22nd time it has been held.

Event period: Saturday, November 30, 2024 to late February 2025

Event hours: From around 17:00 until the last train arrives

Location: JR Washizu Station Rotary and Sunflower Square in front of Washizu Station (5227 Washizu, Kosai City, Shizuoka Prefecture)

Access:

[Train] Take the Tokaido Main Line from Hamamatsu Station for about 20 minutes and get off at Washizu Station. 0 minutes on foot.