Christmas is a great time to be in Tokyo. The city is decorated with incredible lights and displays. Here is our list of great Tokyo Christmas activities

Tokyo Tower and Roppongi Christmas Illumination

The city is decorated with incredible lights and displays and everything is still open (unlike New Year’s).The Metropolitan Tokyo Marunouchi is located directly next to (and above) Tokyo Station. It’s an upgraded business hotel with very reasonable rates considering the super convenient location.

Fairytale lighting at the Marunouchi Illuminations

Tokyo Events December 2025

The temperature may have dipped as the year draws to a close. But don’t worry – with all the fantastic December exhibitions, festivals and events to check out in Tokyo, it’ll be easy to keep your spirits high. Don’t forget to visit a shrine for hatsumode on 31 December – the first prayer of the year will help set the tone for the coming year!

Inokashira-koen Park And Ghibli Museum

A short trip west of Shinjuku, Inokashira-koen Park is popular with locals and travelers alike, especially those with children and fans of Studio Ghibli animations. In addition to the standard park fare, there is also a zoo, a museum, a shrine, and several food shacks to power you through the day.