Hiroshima Winter Illumination 2025-2026: The Ultimate Guide

Hiroshima Localized
Dec 14, 2025
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Although winter illumination is not as visible in Hiroshima as in other cities in Japan, it is still a popular event that you can experience throughout Hiroshima in winter.

Winter illumination is one of the main winter traditions for both locals and tourists in the region. The city and prefecture host several large-scale light-up events that draw huge crowds every year.

10 Best Winter Illuminations in Hiroshima

Here are some of the best winter illuminations in Hiroshima:

1. Hiroshima Dreamination

Over 1.4 million colored LED lights decorate Hiroshima Peace Boulevard and the city center for 2 months. The event transforms the avenue into a fantastical "Fairy Tale Land" with colorful, three-dimensional light objects. It's a massive scale display covering over a kilometer. It becomes one of the most popular spots in Hiroshima for families and couples in the winter.

Admission: Free

Hours: 5:30-10:30 PM

Dates: November 17, 2025 - January 3, 2026

2. Bihoku Illumination

This is one of the largest illumination displays in Hiroshima Prefecture. Happening at Bihoku Hillside Park in Shobara City, which is outside of central Hiroshima City, this event centers around the vast park grounds decorated with hundreds of thousands of LED lights, featuring a shimmering tunnel and a symbol tree. The event often includes fireworks on select nights.

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3. Miroku no Sato: Kirameki no Sekai

This event is a major display perfect for families and amusement park lovers. Happening at Miroku no Sato theme park in Fukuyama City, this winter illumination features millions of LED bulbs and you can enjoy the dazzling views from the amusement park rides, such as the Ferris wheel and merry-go-round.

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4. Flower and Light Pageant at the Hiroshima Botanical Garden

If you are looking for a more traditional and intimate event, this is unique for its atmosphere, featuring displays lit by candles and glowing figures like dinosaurs.

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