A fantastic festival of lights
Kumamoto Sakuramachi Illumination
Enjoy an unforgettable time at the Kumamoto Sakuramachi Illumination, inspired by the story of Princess Kaguya, a beautiful princess born from bamboo. The beautiful lighting and unique installations by the performance group CHIKAKEN, who make lanterns out of bamboo, will make you feel as if you are in a dream.
Come see the best illuminations combining Japan's old stories, culture, and art in Kumamoto!
Suitable for special occasions
Kumamoto Illumination
The Kumamoto Sakuramachi Kaguya Princess Illumination is held on the rooftop of Sakuramachi Garden, which is directly connected to the Sakuramachi Bus Terminal. Create precious memories in a beautiful space where light and nature come together, with excellent accessibility. Also, don’t forget to take wonderful photos with the bamboo lanterns in the background, which are not easily found!
Bamboo Lantern Illumination
The Kumamoto Sakuramachi Illumination uses a variety of lighting techniques to create a dreamy atmosphere. Among them, the works of CHIKAKEN, a performance group that has specialized in making bamboo lanterns for over 10 years, are particularly noteworthy, captivating numerous visitors.
Create precious memories in a beautiful space that feels like you've stepped into a real-life Princess Kaguya story!
Kumamoto Sakuramachi
Sakuramachi Kumamoto is a modern cultural complex that opened in 2019. It houses various facilities such as commercial facilities, hotels, and performance halls. It is located in the center of Kumamoto City, so it is easily accessible, and it is close to Kumamoto Castle, so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the castle while experiencing various cultural experiences!
We recommend eating or shopping here before or after viewing the illuminations. For more information, please check the official website .
address :
Sakuramachi Garden
Japan 〒860-0805 Kumamoto, Chuo Ward, Sakuramachi, 3番10号 サクラマチクマモト 5階
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Hours of operation:
Sunset to 9pm (last admission at 8:45pm)
Please check the official website as operating hours may change due to local circumstances.
Japan 〒860-0805 Kumamoto, Chuo Ward, Sakuramachi, 3番10号 サクラマチクマモト 5階