Midosuji Illumination 2026

Midosuji Avenue (Hanshin-mae to Namba-Nishiguchi intersections), Kita-ku / Chuo-ku, Osaka

location
Midosuji Avenue (Hanshin-mae to Namba-Nishiguchi intersections), Kita-ku / Chuo-ku, Osaka
period
November 3, 2026 (Tue) - December 31, 2026 (Thu)
Time
Approx. 17:00–25:00 (1:00 a.m.)
cost
Free (open street viewing)
access
Right outside Shinsaibashi Station on the Osaka Metro Midosuji Line (Umeda, Yodoyabashi, Hommachi and Namba stations are also along the route). By car, Midosuji is one-way southbound; use nearby paid parking.

Why You Should Visit

Every winter, the roadside trees along Midosuji, Osaka's main boulevard, light up for about 4 km from Umeda down to Namba. The display holds a world record as the longest tree-lined street illumination, with each section glowing in a different color scheme. As a core program of Osaka Hikari-Kyoen 2026, it runs nightly from November 3 to New Year's Eve, and you can enjoy it simply by walking the street. It sits right on the shopping and dining strip, so it works well as an after-work stroll or the end of a date.

Essentials

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Midosuji Avenue (Hanshin-mae to Namba-Nishiguchi intersections), Kita-ku / Chuo-ku, Osaka, and 4 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

Facility data comes from OpenStreetMap. It does not include opening hours, fees or availability.

NOTE

Route

  • About 4 km of roadside trees on Midosuji, from Hanshin-mae intersection (Umeda) to Namba-Nishiguchi intersection
  • The map pin marks a representative point near Shinsaibashi; the illumination continues along the whole street

Osaka Hikari-Kyoen 2026

  • The overall festival runs 90 days, Nov 3, 2026 (Tue, holiday) to Jan 31, 2027 (Sun)
  • Core programs are the Midosuji Illumination and OSAKA Hikari-Renaissance 2026 (Dec 11 (Fri) to Dec 25 (Fri), from around Osaka City Hall to Nakanoshima Park)
  • Area programs across Osaka Prefecture take place in the same season

2026 lighting design

  • Details such as color schemes per section and building facade lighting for 2026 are pending official announcement

* Hours and content are subject to change.

出典: 大阪市 報道発表(2026-05-26「大阪・光の饗宴2026」開催期間決定)/大阪・光の饗宴 公式サイト

FAQ

Do I need a ticket or reservation?
No. It is a street-tree illumination on a public road, so anyone can see it for free by walking along Midosuji during lighting hours.
How long does it take to walk the whole route?
The route is about 4 km from Umeda to Namba; allow roughly 1 to 1.5 hours if you stop for photos. Walking just one stretch, such as Yodoyabashi to Shinsaibashi, is also a good option.
Is it lit on rainy days?
It is a permanent outdoor installation and normally stays lit in the rain. Check the official website or social media for severe-weather updates.

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