Sea and Sky Fantasia Illumination Event in Yaizu to Light Up the City

Published: October 31, 2025
Sea and Sky Fantasia Illumination Event in Yaizu to Light Up the City

Yaizu City will host the Sea and Sky Fantasia illumination event, an enchanting light-up display that will transform the city into a sparkling wonderland from November 19 (Wednesday) through January 31.

A lighting ceremony will be held on the opening day, November 19 (Wednesday).

Main Highlights

The event will feature an underwater light tunnel and symbol tree that evoke the brilliance of Yaizu's sea and night sky, as well as swaying lanterns inspired by Lafcadio Hearn's "Kwaidan" tales. The illumination uses marine blue as its primary color, creating a dazzling display that enhances the area's walkability.

Event Details

  • Period: November 19 (Wednesday) to January 31, 2026 (Saturday)
  • Hours: 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM (except for the opening day)
  • Location:
    • JR Yaizu Station South Exit Plaza
    • Seagull Bridge (JR Yaizu Station South Exit)
    • Yaizu Station Shopping Street
    • Koishikawa Megane Bridge

Featured Installations

Underwater Light Tunnel and Symbol Tree

This immersive tunnel creates a 360-degree experience of walking through the sea. The symbol tree positioned at the center will change colors according to the season, featuring different hues for Christmas and New Year's.

  • Location: JR Yaizu Station South Exit Seagull Bridge

Lafcadio Hearn's "Kwaidan" Lanterns

Swaying lanterns inspired by the "Kwaidan" tales of Lafcadio Hearn, a literary figure with deep connections to Yaizu.

  • Location: Ekimae Footbath

Prayer Lanterns

Lanterns floating in blue decorations that evoke the sky, with their light reflecting on the water's surface. The lanterns feature wishes and thoughts drawn by participants created during workshops at Turn Toqule Children's Museum.

  • Location: Koishikawa Megane Bridge

Opening Day Lighting Ceremony

  • Date: November 19 (Wednesday) (light rain will be held, canceled in severe weather)
  • Ceremony: 5:30 PM
  • Lighting: 5:40 PM (scheduled)
  • Venue: Sea Terrace (JR Yaizu Station South Exit)
  • Program: Lighting countdown and more