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A 200 m tunnel of light
The 200 m tunnel, named among the world’s great views, is warm golden light from end to end.
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The tunnel of light at Nabana no Sato in November 2011; a file photo. · Report image rightsKuwana · JapanFestivals & traditions
2026.10.17 — 2027.05.31 · Happening now
Into a 200 m tunnel of light.
Nabana no Sato Illumination 2026–27
Nabana no Sato, in Nagashima on the edge of Kuwana in Mie, holds its winter illumination from 17 October 2026 to 31 May 2027 (closed 6–7 January 2027). Its main scenes are a 200 m tunnel of light named among the world’s great views, one of Japan’s largest water illuminations, broad fields of champagne-gold light, and the twin trees that light up at the sound of the chapel bell. Flowers are lit by season too, such as autumn leaves from late November to late December. Over Christmas, 23–25 December, the park opens only from 3pm and needs a limited, date-specific advance ticket.
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A REASON TO GO
A REASON TO GO
Nabana no Sato, Nagashima, Kuwana (Mie)2026.10.17 — 2027.05.31Festivals & traditionsTicket required
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Lights across the water
The illumination’s emblem is one of Japan’s largest water displays, spreading light across the pond.
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Twin trees at the chapel bell
At the sound of the chapel bell, the park’s twin trees light up together.
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A closer look.
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MAKE IT YOUR EXPERIENCE
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This could be for you if you are…
- Lovers of lights and night views
- Couples
Before you decide
Christmas, 23–25 December, needs a date-specific advance ticket.
Issuing tickets at the gate can take over 30 minutes; print them at a convenience store.
The park is some way from central Nagoya; plan your way back.
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Explore the layout. Plan your route.
This season’s illumination route map is not out yet.
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Dates & times
2026.10.17 — 2027.05.3117 October 2026 to 31 May 2027 (Japan time), closed 6–7 January 2027; daily hours and lighting times follow the official calendar. 23 December 3–10pm; 24–25 December 3–11pm.
Asia/TokyoMore programme details
- A 200 m tunnel of light
- Lights across the water
- Twin trees at the chapel bell
Venue & travel
Nabana no Sato, Nagashima, Kuwana (Mie)Nabana no Sato is in Nagashima, Kuwana; the park sells return sets of Kintetsu train and bus tickets.
Entry & companions
Admission includes a 1,000-yen park voucher and entry to the Begonia Garden: 3,000 yen from convenience stores or 3,200 yen at the gate from 21 November to 22 December (2,500/2,700 yen from 17 October to 20 November), free for children under primary-school age. The park asks you to print tickets at FamilyMart or 7-Eleven first, as issuing them at the gate can take over 30 minutes. For 23–25 December you need a limited, date-specific advance ticket (price under review); the gate sells any left at 5,500 yen with a 2,000-yen voucher.
Tickets & access
From 3,000 yen in December (with a 1,000-yen voucher)
Confirm accessibility services and companion policies with the organiser before travel.
Sources & image credits
Dates and entry details refer to this edition; individual sessions may differ.
panoramiokobax · CC BY 3.0 Image source
Nabana no Sato (Nagashima Resort)
The tunnel of light at Nabana no Sato in November 2011; a file photo.
Information checked on 2026-10-18
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