Osaka Castle Illuminage is set to open on November 1st, 2025, bringing Japan's largest-scale illumination event back to the iconic Osaka Castle. Organized by the Japan Illumination Association (JIA), this year's event celebrates its theme "Toyotomi's Dream...Unification of the Realm," offering visitors a breathtaking fusion of light, history, fantasy, and culture throughout the winter season.
Tickets are now available on the official website.
Official Website: https://illuminagegroup.com/
Event Overview
Event Name: Osaka Castle Illuminage
Period: November 1, 2025 (Sat) - February 1, 2026 (Sun)
Hours: 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Event held rain or shine)
※Illumination Hours: 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM (Last entry/ticket sales close at 9:00 PM)
Venue: Special event site within Osaka Castle Nishinomaru Garden (covering nearly the entire area excluding the guesthouse zone)
Admission:
- Adults (Junior high school and above): 2,000 yen
- Children (Elementary school and below): 1,000 yen
- Priority Entry: Additional 500 yen (all prices include tax)
※Free admission for children under 1 year old
15% OFF Campaign
■Regular Admission
Adults: 2,000 yen → 1,700 yen
Children: 1,000 yen → 850 yen
■Priority Entry Ticket
Adults: 2,500 yen → 2,100 yen
Children: 1,500 yen → 1,250 yen
※Please check the official website for details.
A Journey Through Time and Light
Set against the backdrop of Osaka's iconic symbol, Osaka Castle, the event vividly resurrects the ambitions and aspirations of the Sengoku period through mesmerizing light and sound productions. The majestic castle keep, dignified warrior figures, and dazzling armor and helmets create an immersive experience that transcends time, allowing visitors to step into history itself.
The popular "Osaka Illumination Tourist Spot Series" from last year returns, featuring colorful light displays of Osaka's iconic landmarks including Tsutenkaku Tower, Dotonbori, takoyaki, retro streetcars, and temples and shrines.
New Installations for 2025
Six Legendary Warriors in Light
Six legendary warriors who supported Toyotomi Hideyoshi are recreated in luminous armor: Kato Kiyomasa, Fukushima Masanori, Ishida Mitsunari, Sanada Yukimura, Maeda Toshiie, and Honda Tadakatsu who bridged the Tokugawa era. This awe-inspiring display brings the memories of the Sengoku period back to life on an impressive scale.
Each warrior's radiant glow symbolizes strength, loyalty, and bonds that transcend time. The luminous Sengoku epic unfolding against the backdrop of Osaka Castle invites all viewers into a world of grand historical romance.
Lantern Corridor
A new "Lantern Corridor" debuts, layering Japanese aesthetic sensibility with history. Countless lanterns stand in orderly rows, creating a fantastical and solemn path of light. Visitors don't just "see" - they can "walk, feel, and photograph," becoming one with the light for an immersive, memorable experience.
Returning Fan Favorites - Enhanced
Osaka Tourist Spot Series
Osaka's iconic landmarks - Tsutenkaku Tower, temples and shrines, bustling markets, and retro streetcars - are fantastically illuminated in vibrant colors. Last year's upgraded "Takoyaki" series, featuring enhanced three-dimensional displays, captured many visitors' hearts with its scaled-up presentation. Further upgrades are being considered for this year.
Full-Body Armor Helmet Collection (Enhanced Version)
The popular helmet collection has evolved into a series of three-dimensional illuminations featuring samurai clad in full-body armor. Their powerful yet beautiful forms emerge ethereally in the fantastical light.
With its massive scale, overwhelming LED light volume, and dynamic productions, Osaka Castle Illuminage has been recognized as one of Japan's largest illumination events. The event attracts over 100,000 visitors annually and promises an unforgettable winter experience where light and history, fantasy and culture converge.
