Core Program @ Nakanoshima Area OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2024
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.
- Duration
- December 14 (Sat) – December 25, 2024 (Wed)
- 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 City Hall Illumination Facade
The lines of light represent “connection between people.” The illumination will decorate the entrance of OSAKA Hikari- Renaissance. 3D mapping LED has been introduced this year and shine with new brilliance.
- Event Period
- Sun., Nov.3(Holiday) - Tue., Dec.31
- Time
- 17:00～23:00 ※Illuminated until 1 am exclusively on New Year's Eve.
- Place
- Front of Osaka City Hall
Nakanoshima Illumination Street
The 150-meter-long zelkova tree-lined illuminated avenue symbolizes the OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance. Please enjoy the fantastic light tunnel that leads you to the main venue.This year, we have renewed the illumination and welcome you with a new light.
- Event Period
- Sun., Nov.3(Holiday) - Tue., Dec.31
- Time
- 17:00～23:00 ※Illuminated until 1 am exclusively on New Year's Eve.
- Place
- Miotsukushi Promenade
Osaka City Central Public Hall Wall Projection Mapping
The projection mapping at Osaka City Central Public Hall, a nationally designated Important Cultural Property, will express the history and feelings that have been passed down through the generations as a symbol of Nakanoshima, Osaka.Various visual expressions such as Western paintings, modern graphics, and CGs, and spectacular music will vividly show the "flourish" that has been built in Osaka, shining brightly across time.
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～21:00
- Place
- East front of Osaka City Central Public Hall
Riverside Illumination
The illumination that brightens the waterfront of the Tosaborigawa River, once bustling with logistics in Osaka, the city of water, will lead you to the next venue.
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- Along the Water Theater of Nakanoshima Park
"Osaka Castle Illuminage" Collaboration Osaka Castle Neon Illumination in Nakanoshima
A mesmerizing fusion of history and modernity, expressed through stunning neon lights, will make its debut in Nakanoshima! Be sure to visit the Osaka Castle Illuminage that will be held until Sun., Feb. 16, 2025!
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- South side of Miotsukushi Promenade (Front of Goddess Statue)
"Taipei City" Collaboration Colorful Taipei Boba Illumination
Recapture theexcitement of your trip to Taipei with a cup of colorful boba milk tea!
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- South side of Miotsukushi Promenade (Front of Goddess Statue)
Art piece by students of Osaka University of Arts
"Life of Star" ～The Universe Expanding from Nakanoshima ～
Nakanoshima Rose Garden will be used to enjoy stargazing from all directions. Watch stars that are rarely seen in cities.
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～21:30 ※Illuminated until 20:00 exclusively on Dec.25.
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, west side of Rose Garden
"UMEDA MEETS HEART 2024" Collaboration
BIG Snowman in Nakanoshima
The BIG snowman and co-BIG Snowman, the parent-child duo will make their appearance in Nakanoshima. Don’t miss the chance to take a commemorative photo with these cute snowmen as they make their way from Umeda to Nakanoshima!
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, east side of Rose Garden
"Fukuyama City, Hiroshima" Collaboration
City of a Million Roses -Rose Garden of Light-
When you hold your hand over, colorful "lighting roses" will appear in the winter of Nakanoshima Rose Garden. You can get an attraction of “World Rose Convention Fukuyama 2025” and “Rose Expo” in advance, which will be held next May!
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, east side of Rose Garden
"Tainan City" Collaboration “
Mr. Tainan Little West Gate” Illumination
Tainan taste lanterns will be decorated on both sides, centering on “Mr. Tainan Little West Gate,” a character inspired by the Tainan City Gate. Please visit Tainan City!
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, east side of Rose Garden
Gourmet Marché
"Osaka Gourmet," "Christmas Marché," and "Food Truck Street" will welcome everyone this year! You can taste delicious foods while enjoying Osaka City Central Public Hall Wall Projection Mapping up close and personal.
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 16:00〜22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park
Christmas Handmade Marché
Individual artists will gather and hold a handmade marché where you can find Christmas gifts and souvenirs. Please feel the warmth of handmade goods such as accessories and dried flowers.
- Event Period
- Sat., Dec.14 - Wed., Dec.25
- Time
- 17:00～22:00
- Place
- Nakanoshima Park, east side of Rose Garden
OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance Special Cruise
A limited-time boat service will be operated from the Rose Port in Nakanoshima Park Rose Garden during the event period. Enjoy a waterfront cruise illuminated by lights.
※Details will be updated on the Aqua Metropolis Osaka website.
- Operation Period
- Sat., Dec. 14 - Wed., Dec. 25