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  • OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2023

    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.

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    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"
    OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2023
    Program List

    Program01

    Osaka City Hall Illumination Façade
    Photo Monument

    Osaka City Hall Illumination Façade and 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

    Program02

    Nakanoshima Illumination Street

    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)

    Program03

    Osaka City Central Public Hall Wall Projection Mapping

    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

    Program04

    "Kochi Lighting Festival 2023" Collaboration
    Mini "Naruko" Tunnel

    Mini Naruko Tunnel in Collaboration with Kochi Light Festa 2023

    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

    Program05

    Riverside Illumination

    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

    Program06

    Art piece by students of Osaka University of Arts
    "The Forest of Life" : Conversations with Friends in the Forest

    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

    Program07

    "UMEDA MEETS HEART 2023" Collaboration
    BIG Snowman in Nakanoshima

    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

    Program08

    "Mr. Tainan Little West Gate" Illumination

    400年来のTruly Tainan、あなたにあいたい

    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
    Check Out Programs Other than the Illuminations!

    Gourmet Market

    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

    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

    OSAKA Renaissance of Light 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)
    Program List