Roppongi Hills: Past Illuminations & Christmas Trees

Here are archive images of past Christmas illuminations at Roppongi Hills. Please enjoy the atmospheric scenes, such as the enchanting "SNOW & BLUE" lighting of the Keyakizaka Illumination and the silver Christmas trees installed inside the buildings.

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Roppongi Hills: Past Illuminations & Christmas Trees

Avoiding Crowds: Take the bus from Shinagawa Station Takanawa Exit, the Megurin, for direct access to Roppongi Hills.

Keyakizaka Illumination (Archive)
• Every year, the approximately 400-meter-long Keyakizaka Street is decorated with "SNOW & BLUE" illuminations in white and blue tones (about 800,000 to 1.2 million lights) .
• The lighting hours are generally from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, with excellent direct access from the station .
• It is a popular photo spot with Tokyo Tower as the backdrop, and compositions taken from both the top and bottom of the slope, such as in front of Tiffany or near Tsutaya Bookstore, are especially recommended .
• Special guests sometimes appear at the lighting ceremony (e.g., Michiko Kichise) .

Christmas Market (Ooyane Plaza)
• A genuine German-style market with 10 shops offering mulled wine, sausages, glass crafts, ornaments, and more .
• There is also a stand space to warm up with pleasant hot drinks, perfect for winter strolls .
• Admission is free, and it is usually held from 11:00 AM to around 9:00 PM .

Indoor Christmas Trees (West Walk, 66 Plaza, etc.)
• Inside West Walk, a pure white tree reminiscent of snow appears, creating a fantastic atmosphere .
• At 66 Plaza, the "Light Bouquet" illumination shines colorfully, with about 200,000 LEDs glowing like a bouquet of flowers (2023–2024 season) .

Mouri Garden Illumination
• The lush garden is elegantly lit up with two shades of gold and champagne gold lights .

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Roppongi Hills Christmas Event Information for 2025

At this time, there is no official "2025 detailed announcement" available. However, based on past trends, the following is highly likely:
1. Keyakizaka Illumination: Usually held from mid-November to around December 25, from about 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, featuring 400 meters of illuminations .
2. Christmas Market: Typically held at Ooyane Plaza from late November to around December 25, offering authentic German-style food, drinks, and goods .
3. Indoor Trees / 66 Plaza / Mouri Garden Illumination: Decorations, tree installations, and garden lighting are expected as usual.

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Summary: Recommended Route
1. Arrive before around 5:00 PM → Head quickly to Keyakizaka to catch the moment the lights turn on .
2. Then visit the market → Relax and enjoy warm drinks, gourmet food, and shopping.
3. Explore indoor highlights → Fully enjoy the illuminations at West Walk, 66 Plaza, and Mouri Garden.
4. Use photo spots → Night views from the slope with Tokyo Tower in the background really stand out .

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Additional Information: Check Nearby Illuminations Too
• Tokyo Midtown: Enjoy a variety of displays such as "Soap Bubble Illumination," "Path of Light," and "Ice Skating" .
• Izumi Garden, Ark Hills, and Azabudai Hills also feature Christmas markets, trees, and light displays .

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As soon as the official 2025 announcement is made, we will provide more detailed event information (period, hours, special programs, etc.), so please feel free to visit anytime if you’re interested!