Experience a Retro Townscape: Time Travel Illumination
The winter tradition “Kurume Light Festival Hotomeki Fantasy” will be held in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture. This year, marking its 20th anniversary, the event will feature retro-themed illuminations decorating the city with the theme of “Time Travel”.
Highlights
- Meiji-dori Illumination: Approximately 100 trees lining Meiji-dori, from the Mutsukado intersection to Nishitetsu Kurume Station, will be lit up with three-color illuminations.
- Neon-style Illumination: Neon-style colored illuminations, reminiscent of a retro townscape, will enhance the feeling of time travel.
- Photo Spots: Photo-worthy spots will appear around Kurume City Plaza and the Nishitetsu Kurume Station East Exit!
- Wisteria Trellis Illumination in front of the Church: The illumination of the wisteria trellis in front of the church is also a must-see.
Opening Event
The “Kurume Light Festival Opening Event” will be held from 11:00 to 19:00 on Saturday, December 14, 2024!
- Venue: Kurume City Plaza Hexagonal Plaza
- Contents: Stage events, food and drink booths, creation of glowing acrylic ema (votive tablets), etc.
Basic Information about the Kurume Light Festival
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue | Meiji-dori, Nishitetsu Kurume Station East Exit, etc. |
| Duration | Saturday, December 14, 2024 to Sunday, February 16, 2025 |
| Lighting Hours | 17:00-24:00 |
| Number of Bulbs | Approximately 400,000 bulbs |
| Fee | Free admission |
| Inquiries | 0942-37-7111 Kurume Light Festival Executive Committee (inside Hi-Mart Kurume) |
Tourist Information about Kurume City
Kurume City is a city of history and culture located in the southern part of Fukuoka Prefecture. It is famous for historical tourist spots such as the Kurume Castle ruins and the Arima Memorial Museum, the beautiful nature of the Mino Mountains, and also as the birthplace of tonkotsu ramen.
Why not stroll through the illuminated city of Kurume and fully enjoy a winter moment at the Kurume Light Festival this winter?