In addition to the two core programs comprising the Festival of the Lights in OSAKA; namely the "Midosuji Illuminations", a light-up event that takes place on the Midosuji Ave., one of Osaka's most symbolic streets, and the "OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance", an art festival of light centered around the Nakanoshima area, the festival has not been expanded to a number of other locations around Osaka prefecture, painting the night sky in stunning color.
The "Light of Hope" is the theme of this year's festival, bringing a sparkling and joyful mood to the city and surrounding area.