Japanese-style winter illuminations in Higashi Ginza (November 15, 2024 – February 16, 2025)
Higashi Ginza Area Management General Incorporated Association will be holding the "Winter Festa of Harmony and Light" at various spots around Higashi Ginza Station, such as the Kabukiza Theater, Ginza Shochiku Square, and Toho Theater Building, from November 15, 2024 to February 16, 2025.
Titled "Higashi Ginza Winter Illumination," the event will feature lantern illuminations inspired by the floating lanterns that used to be held on the Tsukiji River, and Japanese umbrella illuminations using the Japanese umbrellas commonly used in Kabuki. In addition, the event will feature a one-day only Japanese DJ event on Friday, February 14th, and distribution of a fun map of nighttime restaurants and spots, allowing people of all ages, both from Japan and abroad, to enjoy their nighttime in Higashi Ginza even more. Be sure to stop by Higashi Ginza this winter and enjoy a sparkling time.
Official website (Japanese/English)
[Higashi Ginza Winter Illumination]
◆ Kabukiza Lantern Illumination
Long ago, the Tsukiji River flowed through Higashi Ginza, and lanterns were floated down the river. In tribute to this tasteful history, lanterns will be hung in the plants at the Kabukiza Theater. Enjoy the warm glow of the lanterns while reminiscing about those times.
Lantern illumination
◆《Ginza Shochiku Square》Street Tree Illumination
With the hope that good connections will come to you, we will be providing a healing space with spherical illumination based on a circle motif.
Street tree illumination (*Image is for illustrative purposes only.)
◆《Ginza Shochiku Square》Japanese Umbrella Illumination
The plantings at the entrance are illuminated with a motif of the traditional Japanese umbrella, which is also used in Kabuki performances. It also makes a great photo spot.
Japanese Umbrella Illumination (*Image is for illustrative purposes only.)
◆ Snow hanging illumination at Ginza Shochiku Square
Yukitsuri is a method of illumination used in snowy regions to prevent branches from breaking under the weight of snow. The pine trees are decorated with yukitsuri illuminations, creating a modern Japanese atmosphere.
Yukitsuri Illumination
◆《Toho Theater Building》
The "Togeki Building" located on the former site of the "Tokyo Theater", a former center of theater and movie trends, will also feature "Japanese" illuminations! Please come and see them along with the other venues.
Location
[Japanese DJ event (Date: February 14th (Fri) 17:00-21:00)]
The DJ event "Ancoman Night" will be held at Ginza Shochiku Square for one day only! Young masters from various shops, mainly long-established Japanese sweets shops, will call themselves "Ancoman" and become DJs at night! In addition, you can enjoy Ancoman's proud Japanese sweets on the day. A food truck will also be set up outside, selling hot drinks and meals.
DJ event
Food truck
[Play Map]
The "Yoasobi Map" is a booklet that brings together famous restaurants, night cafes, ramen shops, bars, night spots, and more in the Higashi Ginza area, with the concept of "enjoying the night as well." During the event, it will be distributed at each venue, including the "Kobikicho Square" on the second basement floor of the Kabukiza Theater. Make use of it to accompany your nighttime activities!
Play Map (Cover)
【overview】
"Winter Festival of Harmony and Light"
・Date: Friday, November 15, 2024 – Sunday, February 16, 2025
・Illumination time: 17:00 – 22:00
・Location: Kabukiza, Ginza Shochiku Square, Toho Theater
・Contents:
1. [Higashi Ginza Winter Illumination]
※Yukitsuri Illumination / Lantern Illumination /
Street Tree Illumination / Japanese Umbrella Illumination
2. [Japanese DJ event]
*Date and time: Friday, February 14, 2025 / 17:00 – 21:00
3. [Play Map Distribution]
・Organizer: Higashi Ginza Area Management Association
*This project is being carried out using the "Nighttime (late-night and early morning) Tourism Promotion Subsidy" provided by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Tokyo Convention and Visitors Bureau (a public interest incorporated foundation).
■ About the Higashi Ginza Area Management General Incorporated Association
The Higashi Ginza Urban Development Promotion Council and the Higashi Ginza Area Management General Incorporated Association were established with Shochiku Co., Ltd. as the initiator, together with related companies and organizations in the Higashi Ginza area. These two organizations aim to establish the brand for the Higashi Ginza area, generate synergy with the Ginza and Tsukiji areas, and contribute to the development of the town together with the local community.
URL: https://www.higashiginza-area.com/
From the press release of the Higashi Ginza Area Management General Incorporated Association
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