Each December, Sendai's iconic Jozenji-dori Avenue is draped with roughly 600,000 LED lights strung along its famous zelkova trees, creating one of Tohoku's most beloved winter illuminations. The festival runs for most of the month, drawing millions of visitors who stroll beneath the glittering canopy. Live music events and food stalls add warmth and energy to the illuminated boulevard. It is considered a symbol of Sendai's post-earthquake recovery and community spirit.
- Type
- Festival
- Category
- Snow/Winter
- Season
- Winter
- Month
- December
- Region
- Tohoku
- Prefecture
- Miyagi
- City
- Sendai
Highlights
- ◆600,000+ LED lights along zelkova-lined Jozenji-dori
- ◆Live music and street performances throughout the event
- ◆Nearby cafes and restaurants offer seasonal winter menus
- ◆Iconic backdrop for winter night photography
- ◆Free to attend and centrally located near Sendai Station