NEWS
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This event has finished. Thank you to everyone who came.
Step onto a magical stage where light and sound weave their spell, brought to you by TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY.
Once known as the gateway to Edo, where people and cultures came together and Japan’s first railway was built across the sea on an embankment, Takanawa has always been a place of innovation. Today, that legacy continues as light and sound guide you on a journey through time.
Set in TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY, an experimental site for ongoing innovation, this projection mapping experience takes you through the past, present, and into the future. Immerse yourself in TAKANAWA LIGHT JOURNEY, an immersive entertainment spectacular that blends seamlessly with the city, and discover the untold stories of Takanawa.
MOVIE
*This is a collaborative post with TAKANAWA GATEWAY Area Projection Mapping Executive Committee.
TIME TABLE
Show time
18:00~/18:30~
/19:00~/19:30~
/20:00~
- ① Time Voyage - A Light Path of Memories
About 4 minutes - ② The TAKANAWA
About 4 minutes - ③ LUMINOUS GATEWAY
About 20 minutes
- *Each 30-minute session features the following content in order: ①, ②, ③
INTRODUCTION
PROJECTION MAPPING CONTENT
Journey Through Memories of Takanawa
Time Voyage - A Light Path of Memories
Travel through time from roughly 150 years ago, when Japan’s very first seaside railway ran across the water, to the present, and into a future 100 years from now, tracing the history and memories built in this place.
One day, a ticket arrives, marking the beginning of a journey through Takanawa’s history and the evolution of mobility.
This journey is brought to life through projection mapping that uses advanced technology to make images move through space, synchronized with fountains throughout the venue to create a three-dimensional spatial experience.
From Takanawa—a place shaped by countless challenges—a new experiential journey begins.
ARTIST INTRODUCTION
A creative company bringing together diverse and exceptional artists from around the world.
- Content Planning & Direction:
- Michiyuki Ishita
- Video Production:
- Kento Tomiyoshi (FLIGHTGRAF)
Naomi Fujii
Li Cheng - Production Management:
- Daiki Negishi (FLIGHTGRAF)
- Music:
- TTYMD.com
- Art Direction:
- Aya
- Technical Direction:
- Takashi Shigetake
Asuka Mishiro
- Content Planning & Direction:
- Michiyuki Ishita
- Video Production:
- Kento Tomiyoshi (FLIGHTGRAF)
Naomi Fujii
Li Cheng - Production Management:
- Daiki Negishi (FLIGHTGRAF)
- Music:
- TTYMD.com
- Art Direction:
- Aya
- Technical Direction:
- Takashi Shigetake
Asuka Mishiro
Enveloped in sweeping visuals and music born from the everyday sounds of Takanawa
The TAKANAWA
The everyday ambient sounds of Takanawa blend together and resonate with music, visuals, light, and space, creating a new work that brings Takanawa to life in three dimensions.
Accompanied by sounds born from human activity, culture, and technological progress, this experience invites you to rediscover a place that has layered its history over time—and to imagine it continuing to exist here 100 years into the future.
ARTIST INTRODUCTION
Tsuyoshi Matsumoto (GROUNDRIDDIM)
A visual artist specializing in performances that blend music and spatial design. He served as director of the World Expo closing ceremony and is a member of GROUNDRIDDIM, a creative collective of multidisciplinary talents.
SPECIAL CONTENT
A fantastical corridor woven from light, designed to transform the
entire venue into a three-dimensional experience
LUMINOUS GATEWAY
A corridor of light drifting through Takanawa, woven from light and smoke. More than a simple three-dimensional artwork, it transforms the pathway itself into part of the experience.
The light shifts and changes with every step, bringing a new sense of depth to the Takanawa landscape. Light reveals new expressions, adding a new sense of depth to the Takanawa landscape.
ARTIST INTRODUCTION
Using proprietary fiber-optic technology, KAST has developed FIBER BEAM®, a beautiful and highly safe lighting solution. Specializing in creations using three-dimensional spaces, KAST works on dome and arena productions, outdoor events, and theme parks.
STREET FOOD
Popular food trucks will be open throughout the event. Enjoy warm drinks and light snacks, perfect for a break during your visit.
- *Food trucks may vary by day
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February 5 (Thu)
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ciaobella rosso
The globally buzzed “one-hand pizza,” Pizza Cone, is available from a food truck!
Still offered at only three locations in Japan, this rare pizza is a must-try. Enjoy rich tomato sauce, plenty of melted cheese, and generous toppings like sausage and broccoli—all in an easy-to-eat cone, perfect for eating on the go. -
Rokks
A food truck specializing in fish burgers and fish & chips, made with locally caught fish landed on the peninsula.
Special menus featuring freshly caught fish, original sweets, and seasonal offerings are sometimes available, with the heart-shaped churros being especially popular. During this season, warm clam chowder is also available for a limited time! -
Eskimo Café
Slow-roasted sweet potatoes, carefully baked in a custom-made gas oven.
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February 6 (Fri)
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ciaobella rosso
The globally buzzed “one-hand pizza,” Pizza Cone, is available from a food truck!
Still offered at only three locations in Japan, this rare pizza is a must-try. Enjoy rich tomato sauce, plenty of melted cheese, and generous toppings like sausage and broccoli—all in an easy-to-eat cone, perfect for eating on the go. -
Rokks
A food truck specializing in fish burgers and fish & chips, made with locally caught fish landed on the peninsula.
Special menus featuring freshly caught fish, original sweets, and seasonal offerings are sometimes available, with the heart-shaped churros being especially popular. During this season, warm clam chowder is also available for a limited time! -
Eskimo Café
Slow-roasted sweet potatoes, carefully baked in a custom-made gas oven.
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February 7 (Sat)
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Hi,spice
Choose any two from three curry options and enjoy two delicious flavors at once!
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ciaobella rosso
The globally buzzed “one-hand pizza,” Pizza Cone, is available from a food truck!
Still offered at only three locations in Japan, this rare pizza is a must-try. Enjoy rich tomato sauce, plenty of melted cheese, and generous toppings like sausage and broccoli—all in an easy-to-eat cone, perfect for eating on the go. -
Nordic Tavern Shima=Tori
A classic Finnish dish from Northern Europe, salmon soup is a warm, simple, and comforting soup.
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February 8 (Sun)
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Hi,spice
Choose any two from three curry options and enjoy two delicious flavors at once!
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ciaobella rosso
The globally buzzed “one-hand pizza,” Pizza Cone, is available from a food truck!
Still offered at only three locations in Japan, this rare pizza is a must-try. Enjoy rich tomato sauce, plenty of melted cheese, and generous toppings like sausage and broccoli—all in an easy-to-eat cone, perfect for eating on the go. -
CHURROMOS
Made with 100% Hokkaido-grown wheat flour and rich, aromatic Calpis Butter, the dough is packed with deep, refined flavor.
Carefully selected ingredients deliver a new texture—crispy on the outside and irresistibly chewy on the inside. Enjoy this uniquely textured churros made with a true commitment to quality.
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February 9 (Mon)
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Nordic Tavern Shima=Tori
A classic Finnish dish from Northern Europe, salmon soup is a warm, simple, and comforting soup.
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Bread Garden
A local specialty from Fussa City, Tokyo—a town known for its U.S. air base.
The salsa with cheese is especially recommended. Be sure to give it a try at least once! -
Cotton Company
Chewy crepes made with a blend of rice flour.
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February 10 (Tue)
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Chinese Food Truck Kōshū
The thick wrapper is surprisingly chewy, creating a perfect contrast with the crispy, golden-brown bottom. Each bite releases piping-hot, juicy flavors that fill your mouth.
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Bread Garden
A local specialty from Fussa City, Tokyo—a town known for its U.S. air base.
The salsa with cheese is especially recommended. Be sure to give it a try at least once! -
Cotton Company
Chewy crepes made with a blend of rice flour.
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February 11 (Wed/nat. holiday)
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Chinese Food Truck Kōshū
The thick wrapper is surprisingly chewy, creating a perfect contrast with the crispy, golden-brown bottom. Each bite releases piping-hot, juicy flavors that fill your mouth.
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Bread Garden
A local specialty from Fussa City, Tokyo—a town known for its U.S. air base.
The salsa with cheese is especially recommended. Be sure to give it a try at least once! -
WAGON193
Soft and chewy Ogura taiyaki filled with warm Hokkaido-grown sweet red bean paste.
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- Payment Methods
- Cash / Credit Cards /Transportation IC Cards / PayPay / d Payment / Rakuten Pay / au PAY /iD / QUICPay
MAP
Takanawa Gateway Station Area Tourist Map
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JR Takeshiba Hydrogen Shuttle Bus
Hydrogen-powered shuttle buses operate around the event area as an environmentally friendly next-generation mobility solution.
They connect Tokyo Station, the Takeshiba area, Takanawa Gateway Station, and Tokyo Tower.
Please feel free to use them when exploring the Minato Ward area or traveling to and from the event. -
“Minanori” - A Community-Based an On-Demand Mobility Service
Get around the area easily using the Minanori on-demand mobility service, a great option for exploring the Takanawa area. This shared-ride service dispatches vehicles based on users' requests via smartphones and other devices, making it simple to travel between stations and nearby spots.
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VISIT MINATO CITY
"OFFICIAL VISITOR GUIDE"Explore Minato City's must-see tourist attractions in more detail.
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Institute for Nature Study, National Museum of Nature and Science
A nature preserve in Shirokanedai protecting natural woodland. Visitors can observe plants and wildlife while enjoying nature and learning in the heart of the city.
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Matsuoka Museum of Art
A private museum in Shirokanedai showcasing a diverse collection of primarily East Asian art in serene settings.
Please note: The museum will be closed February 9 (Mon) - February 24 (Wed). -
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Minato City Local History Museum
The former Institute of Public Health (built in 1938) has been preserved and renovated as the Minato City Local History Museum, offering exhibitions on Minato City's history and culture.
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Happo-en
A renowned Shirokanedai landmark dating back approximately 400 years. Featuring a strolling garden centered around a pond, it spans approx. 33,000 square meters. The grounds offer beautiful seasonal scenery and host wedding venues, banquet halls, and popular restaurants.
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Takanawa Fire Station Nihon-enoki Branch
A working fire station built in 1933. Its distinctive blue tower and powerful curved lines influenced by German Expressionism have earned it recognition as a historic building.
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Koyasan Tokyo Betsuin Temple
A branch temple of Kongobuji, the head temple of Koyasan Shingon Buddhism. Offering a peaceful space for prayer in the heart of the city, visitors can experience Buddhist culture such as sutra copying and meditation.
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Tozenji Temple
A temple that housed Japan's first British legation in 1858. Known as a key stage for late-Edo period diplomacy, original historic buildings are still preserved.
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Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
An urban aquarium near Shinagawa Station where visitors can experience the wonders of marine life through immersive presentations blending video and music.
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Sengakuji Temple
A Soto Zen temple founded in 1612. Home to the graves of the 47 Ronin, famous from the Chushingura story, this historic site symbolizes Japanese loyalty and attracts visitors from around the world.
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Site of Yoshio Oishi and 16 Others' Unswerving Loyalty
A Tokyo-designated historic site. Part of the Kumamoto Hosokawa clan's residence where Oishi Kuranosuke Yoshio and 16 others were held and committed seppuku following the Ako Incident. Though closed to the public, part of the garden can be viewed.
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Takanawa Okido
The remains of a checkpoint gate built on the Tokaido road at the southern entrance to Edo. Closed at night to control traffic and maintain public order, it also inspired the name of Takanawa Gateway Station.
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Minato City Tourist Information Center (Fudanotsuji Square)
A visitor information center in Minato City offering tourist guidance and brochures. Located within Fudanotsuji Square, which also features a library and other facilities, it's open to all.
- *Information current as of January 2026. Operating hours may vary. Please check each venue's official website for the latest information.
ACCESS
Event Overview / Access
- Event Name
- TAKANAWA LIGHT JOURNEY
- Event Date
- February 5 (Thu) - February 11 (Wed/nat. holiday), 2026
- Event Time
- 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
- Venue
- TAKANAWA GATEWAY CITY | Gateway Park (2F: Ticket Gate Level)
- Price
- Free Entry
- Organizer
- TAKANAWA GATEWAY Area Projection Mapping Executive Committee
- Co-organizer
- Tokyo Metropolitan Government
- Sponsor
- East Japan Railway Company
