Held annually along the 1.5 km stretch of Jozenji-dori Avenue, the Sendai Pageant of Starlight has illuminated the city every December since 1986. More than 600,000 LED bulbs are strung through the iconic rows of zelkova trees, creating a tunnel of warm golden light beloved by locals and visitors alike. Evening strolls beneath the glowing canopy pair beautifully with nearby winter food stalls and café terraces. The event typically runs from early to late December, coinciding with the festive holiday season.
- Type
- Festival
- Category
- Snow/Winter
- Season
- Winter
- Month
- December
- Region
- Tohoku
- Prefecture
- Miyagi
- City
- Sendai
Highlights
- ◆600,000+ LED lights adorning zelkova trees along Jozenji-dori
- ◆1.5 km illuminated promenade in central Sendai
- ◆Running annually since 1986
- ◆Festive food stalls and seasonal drinks nearby
- ◆Easy access from Sendai Station