Wagasa no Akari: Lit Umbrellas in Shingu 2026

Dates & time: December 5, 2026 (Sat) - December 6, 2026 (Sun) 17:30〜21:00
cost: No fee is listed in the official information
Venue & access: Former Chapman Residence & Former Nishimura Residence (Nishimura Memorial Hall), Shingu About 6 min walk from JR Shingu Station (Kisei Main Line)

There are 2 public restrooms within a 8-minute walk of Former Chapman Residence & Former Nishimura Residence (Nishimura Memorial Hall), Shingu. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

A winter evening event in Shingu, Wakayama, where illuminated Japanese paper umbrellas (wagasa) decorate the city's heritage buildings. In 2026 it runs on two nights, December 5 and 6, at the Former Nishimura Residence (Nishimura Memorial Hall) and the Former Chapman Residence, both designed by Isaku Nishimura. Organised by the Shingu Chamber of Commerce Youth Division since fiscal 2018, it has previously been held at the Shingu Castle ruins and Kumano Hayatama Taisha. The glow of the umbrellas against early 20th-century Western-style houses makes for an atmospheric night walk and good photos.

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The buildings

Former Nishimura Residence (Nishimura Memorial Hall): Isaku Nishimura's former home, a National Important Cultural Property
Former Chapman Residence: a Western-style house designed by Isaku Nishimura, diagonally across from the Nishimura Residence

Past venues

Shingu Castle ruins, Kumano Hayatama Taisha, the Former Nishimura Residence and others

*Enquiries: Shingu Chamber of Commerce Youth Division (0735-22-5144)

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出典: 和歌山県観光連盟（わかやま観光情報）

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FAQ

What time can I see the umbrellas lit up?

From 17:30 to 21:00 on both December 5 and 6.

Is there an admission fee?

No fee is listed in the official information. Updates are posted on the Shingu Chamber of Commerce Youth Division's Instagram.

Are the two venues far apart?

No. The Former Chapman Residence stands diagonally across from the Former Nishimura Residence, a short walk away.