I always marvel at how much focus is given to lighting up parts of Tokyo for December, since Christmas Day is a working day. A Google search of illumination in Japan or Tokyo will show many areas where people go to enjoy creative and beautiful light shows every year. It is quite fun to go from place to place throughout the month. Many ‘instagrammable’ opportunities are provided.
The display at Tokyo Midtown Mall in Roppongi had me and a friend in rapt attention for a good ten minutes. The lights change and there are quite a number of patterns in the different segments. It’s truly a work of heart and worth checking out. My pictures of it weren’t good. See a peek on this page https://jw-webmagazine.com/tokyo-midtown-christmas-illumination-2018-78648051c128/.
I like that there are different spots to get out and enjoy with others. It makes the season more festive even though Christmas Day isn’t a holiday. Many malls have massive, well decorated Christmas trees and of course Christmas sales.
The ‘mas’ in Christmas is strong in Japan. Fun facts, Christmas Day is one for couples to go out on a date and many people order KFC, so it is often sold out. I am serious, you actually need to order in advance if you want it.
Even though it’s nippy here in December, there is still much to do and enjoy both indoors and outdoors. I am going to enjoy another Christmas/Winter illumination later with a friend, cause why not.
