Enjoy the illumination of music and light in Chiba! Tokyo German Village Winter Illumination 2024-2025

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Tokyo Deutsche Mura "Giggle Giggle Light Symphony-WELCOME TO SMILE PARTY

Friday, November 1 - Sunday, April 6, 2012] A winter staple! Illumination at Tokyo Deutsche Mura

Every year, the Tokyo Deutsche Mura Winter Illumination graces the winter in Chiba Prefecture. This year's illumination, "Giggle Giggle Light Symphony - WELCOME TO SMILE PARTY -," will be held under the theme of "Fusion of Music and Light! The world of illumination and a wide range of music genres, from disco music that will get you in the groove to elegant classical music, will unfold.
Here are some recommendations for this year's Winter Illumination! How about visiting the Tokyo German Village Illumination to create wonderful winter memories?

Giant Illumination in Collaboration with Chiba Designer Gakuin

Illumination in collaboration with Chiba Designer Gakuin will be turned on every day during the period.
This year marks the 19th year of the Tokyo Deutsche Mura Winter Illumination, and the illumination was created in collaboration with Chiba Designer Gakuin.
The theme of the illumination is "Polar Bear Laboratory in the Forest. Students from Chiba Designer Gakuin designed the illumination, and illumination lantern craftsmen from Tokyo Deutsche Mura gave shape to their designs. It took about a year from conception to completion, and will be unveiled at this year's Winter Illumination. The lantern is a 17-meter wide and 15-meter high work of art! Please enjoy the big and cute view of the world.

Period]
November 1, 2024 (Fri.) - April 6, 2025 (Sun.)

[Lighting hours]
After sunset - 20:00 (last admission 19:30)

Friday, November 8 - Monday, January 13: Christmas Market at Tokyo Deutsche Mura will be open again this year!

Christmas Market will be held at "Marktplatz" in Tokyo Deutsche Mura
In addition to the illumination, a Christmas market will also be held for a limited time!
Christmas markets are traditional outdoor markets held mainly in Germany and European countries, where various stalls gather to celebrate Christmas.
The Christmas Market will also be held at Tokyo German Village, where visitors can enjoy Christmas goods perfect for souvenirs and a Christmas market-only menu.

Period】
Friday, November 8, 2024 - Monday, January 13, 2025

[Opening hours]
Weekdays 15:00-19:00
Weekends, holidays, winter vacation (12/21-1/5) 11:00-19:00
*Opening hours may vary

[Location]
Marktplatz in Tokyo German Village, parking lot side

Illumination at Tokyo Deutsche Mura to be enjoyed until early spring

Although the illumination has a strong image of December to January, Tokyo German Village will hold the illumination until Sunday, April 6, 2025! If you missed the illumination during the winter, this is the place for you! This is also a good choice for those who missed the illumination during the winter! To end your day out in Chiba, enjoy the illumination at Tokyo Deutsche Mura!

Tokyo Deutsche Mura is full of other attractions.

The illumination is not the only attraction of Tokyo Deutsche Mura. You can also enjoy attractions, petting zoo, various hands-on classes, and beautiful seasonal flowers. Another attraction is the dining and shopping available only at Tokyo Deutsche Mura. This is a great place to visit with friends or as a family outing. Please come and visit!
Business hours:
9:30 - 20:00 (last admission 19:30)
*Business hours may change or the park may be temporarily closed depending on the season or weather. Please check the official website of Tokyo Germany Village for details.
Admission fee:
Adult 1,000 yen Child (4 years old to elementary school student) 500 yen
*Depends on the season. For details, please check the official website of Tokyo Germany Village.
Access
Approximately 40 min. by highway bus "Kapina" from JR Chiba Sta. Approximately 35 min. by local bus from JR Sodegaura Sta.
※During the illumination period, buses to/from JR Sodegaura Sta. will be increased. Please check the official website for details.

*The contents and services in this article are subject to change.
All images are for reference only.
*Image courtesy of Tokyo German Village
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