HOW TO ENJOY How to enjoy Makiba Garden
13th KOIWAI Winter Lights Galactic Farm Night
One of the largest illumination events in Tohoku. KOIWAI Winter Lights Galactic Farm Night will be held for the 13th time this year.
The vast Makiba Garden will be decorated with lights. On New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, a fireworks display will be held.
Holding period
December 1, 2026 (Tue) – January 17, 2027 (Sun)
*Fireworks dates: December 31 (Thu) 18:30- (approx. 5 minutes), January 1 (Fri) 19:30- (approx. 5 minutes)
Business Hours
16:00-20:00 (Last entry 19:00)
*December 31 (Thu) 16:00-19:00 (Last entry 18:00)
●During the period, Makiba-en will open at 12:00 (12:00-15:00), and only some facilities will be available.
Also, please note that we will ask you to leave the park at 15:00.
Admission fees from 12:00 to 15:00 are 400 yen for adults (junior high school students and older), 150 yen for children (5 years old to 6th grade), and 300 yen for pets (dogs).
●Shops and food outlets outside the park will also be open during the period.
Admission Fee
Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,000 yen
Elementary school students and younger free
Pets (dogs) 300 yen
Temporary Bus Service
Local buses are closed during the winter, but extra buses will operate during the “KOIWAI Winter Lights Ginga Farm Night” event.
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Please watch your step in the park as it is slippery.
To prevent accidents such as collisions, please refrain from bringing sleds and self-propelled vehicles (tricycles, bicycles, kickboards, kids’ bikes, etc.).
Get a sneak peek of the pre-opening atmosphere! Information on Monitor Invitations
Prior to the illumination event starting on December 1 (Tue), we are inviting 300 monitors for a free one-day-only preview on November 28 (Sat).
We are looking for people who can visit ahead of the general public and share their experience on SNS.
We look forward to your participation!
Pick up the highlights!
【NEW】Illumination Butterfly
A new interactive photo spot has arrived.
When you swing on the swings, the butterfly wings move, allowing you to enjoy a magical atmosphere.
One free mini photo taken by our staff will be given to each group.
Large-size prints are also available for purchase at 1,500 yen each.
The images are for illustrative purposes only.
[NEW] Sparkling Plaza: Glowing Playground Equipment
Vibrantly glowing playground equipment and benches create a fun atmosphere for the night at Makiba.
The images are for illustrative purposes only.
skyrocket (firework)
In addition to the illuminations and music, a fireworks display will be held to light up the winter night sky. Enjoy the co-starring of lights and music, and fireworks spreading across the night sky.
December 31, 2026 (Thu) 18:30-
January 1, 2027 (Fri) 19:30-
*Image is for illustrative purposes (past scenes).
Galactic Railways SL
The steam locomotive wrapped in lights creates a scene just like Night on the Galactic Railroad.
*Image is for illustrative purposes (past scenes).
Tunnel of Light
A tunnel of lights stretching about 50 m. A popular photo spot surrounded by sparkling lights.
*Image is for illustrative purposes (past scenes).
Sunflower Maze
A light maze inspired by a summer sunflower field. Can you make it to the goal without getting lost?
*Image is for illustrative purposes (past scenes).