A five-minute light show, "The Highlight of Yokohama," runs every 30 minutes from Osanbashi Pier. A ribbon of light extends from Minato Mirai to Yamashita Park. Until December 30.
A dazzling illumination event is lighting up Yokohama's winter nights, particularly in the iconic Minato Mirai district. Popular spots such as Yokohama Landmark Tower and the Cosmo Clock 21 ferris wheel are glowing in vibrant hues, creating a magical atmosphere where the harbor, light, and music come together in perfect harmony.
A Festival of Light and Sound
The event, titled Yorunoyo 2024 (abbreviation of "Yokohama of Light at Night"), began on December 5. More than 40 facilities are participating, stretching from Yokohama Minato Mirai to Yamashita Park.
Synchronized light and music shows take place every 30 minutes from 5:00 PM to 9:05 PM. Each show lasts about five minutes, transforming buildings and commercial facilities into a massive light show.
Interactive Projection Mapping
At the rooftop plaza of the Osanbashi Yokohama International Passenger Terminal, known as Kujira no Senaka ("Whale’s Back"), visitors can experience one of Japan's largest interactive outdoor projection mapping displays.
Yamashita Park is also home to an eye-catching attraction called Star Tree. The 250-meter-long illumination display reacts to visitors as they walk by, adding an interactive element.
The illuminations will continue to shine across various locations throughout Yokohama until the end of 2024. Additionally, the inaugural Night Yokohama Illumination 2024–25 will run until March 2 as part of the city's broader festivities.
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(Read the article in Japanese.)
Author: The Sankei Shimbun
