Core Program @ Nakanoshima Area OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2023
An Art of Light Spreading
Around the Waterfront of Nakanoshima.
At OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance, we will connect the relationship between the waterfront, people, and the city as the festival reconsiders its roots as the "City of Water". Enjoy the full range of illumination programs of Nakanoshima-the symbol of the Aqua Metropolis, Osaka.
Event Overview
- Duration:
- December 14 (Thu) – December 25, 2023 (Mon)
*Osaka City Hall Illumination Facade and Nakanoshima Illumination Street will run from November 3, 2023 (Fri, Public Holiday) to December 31, 2023 (Sun)
- Time:
- Varies by program
- Venue:
- Osaka City Hall to Nakanoshima Park
- Nearest Stations:
- Osaka Metro Subway & Keihan Railway "Yodoyabashi Station” and "Kitahama Station" Keihan Railway "Naniwabashi Station," "Oebashi Station"
Program List
Osaka City Hall Illumination Façade
Photo Monument
Under the theme of 'Expanding Bonds,' we introduce a newly designed photo monument alongside the facade illumination at Osaka City Hall to celebrate Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai! The luminous lines symbolize the connections among people, while the 'Festival of the Lights in Osaka' logo graces the center of the octagonal display. Immerse yourself in the warmth of Osaka, the Aqua Metropolis, and its promising future.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Nov.3(Fri./Holiday)-Dec.31(Sun.)
- Time
- 17:00-23:00
* Illuminated until 1 am exclusively on New Year's Eve.
- Place
- Front of the Osaka City Hall
Nakanoshima Illumination Street
The 150-meter-long zelkova tree-lined illuminated avenue symbolizes the OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance. The tunnel of light, which appears only during the event period, has welcomed many visitors with various music and light effects since the "OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance" started in 2003. Come again to enjoy the fantastic light tunnel that leads you to the main venue.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Nov.3(Fri./Holiday) -Dec.31(Sun.)
- Time
- 17:00-23:00
* Illuminated until 1 am exclusively on New Year's Eve
- Place
- Miotsukushi Promenade
（South side of Osaka City Hall）
Osaka City Central Public Hall Wall Projection Mapping
Osaka's distinctive art and culture, a source of pride for the world, undergo a reinterpretation as artistic expression. Utilizing stunning photographic imagery, lifelike sound effects, scene-setting music, AI, laser lights, and cutting-edge technology, a new immersive experience is crafted to instill hope for the future. This projection mapping will adorn the eastern wall of the Osaka City Central Public Hall, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00～21:00
- Place
- East wall of Osaka City Central Public Hall
"Kochi Lighting Festival 2023" Collaboration
Mini "Naruko" Tunnel
Visit the Naruko Tunnel, crafted from traditional 'Naruko' clappers, during the Yosakoi Festival in Kochi. Get a sneak peek at an object that will adorn Kochi Castle this winter, and immerse yourself in the harmonious interplay of light and sound.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00-22:00
- Place
- Eastside of the restaurant
Riverside Illumination
The illuminations that brighten up the waterfront of the Tosabori River, once bustling with trade, will lead you to the next venue.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00-22:00
- Place
- Along the Water Theater of Nakanoshima Park
Art piece by students of Osaka University of Arts
"The Forest of Life" : Conversations with Friends in the Forest
In the Forest of Life, trees, animals, and plants have returned to their daily routines, engaging in casual conversations and celebrating life.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00-21:30
* Open until 20:00 exclusively on Dec. 25(Mon.)
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, Westside of Rose Garden
"UMEDA MEETS HEART 2023" Collaboration
BIG Snowman in Nakanoshima
The BIG snowman will come
back in Nakanoshima. Come to take a photo with him and his child, who will come from
Umeda to Nakanoshima to play!
* The image shows the event in 2022
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00-22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, Eastside of Rose Garden
"Mr. Tainan Little West Gate" Illumination
Meet 'Simon-kun,' a character inspired by the Tainan City Gates, and special lanterns commemorating the 400th anniversary of this ancient capital. Visitors can engage in conversations with Simon-kun and enjoy a transcendent travel experience through time and space.
Event Overview
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 17:00-22:00
- Place
- Eastside of Rose Garden in Nakanoshima Park
Gourmet Market
A variety of food trucks will come together to delight visitors! You can savor exquisite meals while witnessing the projection mapping displayed on the walls of the Osaka City Central Public Hall up close and personal.
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 16:00-22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park
Osaka City Central Public Hall
"Christmas Exhibition 2023"
Heartwarming Christmas art, created by 67 illustrators, will be on display.
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.19(Tue.)
- Time
- 11:00-20:00 (closes at 16:00 on the last day)
- Place
- Main Conference Room (B1F) of Osaka City Central Public Hall
Street Performers
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.)
- Time
- 18:00-22:00
- Place
- Various places in the OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance venue
City Hall Concert
- Event Period
- Dec.23(Sat.) Saxophone quartet
Dec.24(Fri.) Brass quintet / Dec.25(Mon.) Wind quintet
- Time
- (1)18:30- (2)19:30- (3)20:30-(About 30 min./each)
- Place
- Osaka City Hall
- reservation
- Unnecessary
Handbell Ensemble from Kenmei Gakuin Middle and High School
Charity Concert
- Event Period
- Dec.24 (Sun.)
- Time
- 16:00-16:30
- Place
- Front of Osaka City Central Public Hall
Group from Osaka University of Arts
Christmas Pops Concert
- Event Date
- Dec.16 (Sat.)
- Time
- Doors open:17:30 Show begins:18:00
- Place
- Large Assembly Room in Osaka City Central Public Hall
- Admission fee
- 1000yen
OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Special Cruise
A special boat cruise will be in service for a limited time. Enjoy the sparkling lights
reflecting on the water while on a boat from the Rose Port in the Rose Garden,
Nakanoshima Park.
Click here for more information.
- Event Period
- Dec.14(Thur.)-Dec.25(Mon.),2023(scheduled)