Roppongi Tokyo Midtown Christmas 2025: Illumination, Santa Tree, Market & Ice Rink Complete Guide
🎄 Complete guide to 2025 Roppongi Tokyo Midtown Christmas official schedule!
Illumination, Santa Tree, Marche, Ice Rink, Restaurants & Shopping,
Essential winter travel guide all in one place.
Roppongi Midtown Christmas is an absolute highlight you can’t miss during your Tokyo winter trip.
Based on official information, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive guide from MIDTOWN CHRISTMAS 2025 period, hours, and event schedule to illumination, Santa tree, Christmas marche, and ice rink all at once.
If you want to experience Tokyo Midtown Christmas, Roppongi Midtown Christmas market, and Tokyo Midtown restaurants & shopping course in your December Tokyo trip, this single post is all you need.
🎄 Midtown Christmas 2025 Overview
The 2025 Tokyo Midtown Christmas theme is “Your Christmas Story”.
The entire Midtown Garden is bathed in elegant gold light, featuring:
- CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS
- EMOTION PALETTE TREE (Main Tree)
- Light Promenade
- Santa Tree
- Yunth MIDTOWN ICE RINK
- Christmas Marche & Interior Decorations
Roppongi Midtown transforms into a Christmas town where you can enjoy all day long.
This is official event information for one of Tokyo’s Christmas season highlights. Be sure to check the operating period and hours before your visit.
| Event | Period | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Christmas Garden Lights | Nov 13 (Thu) ~ Dec 25 (Thu) | 17:00 ~ 23:00 |
| Emotion Palette Tree | Nov 13 (Thu) ~ Dec 25 (Thu) | 17:00 ~ 23:00 |
| Light Promenade | Nov 13 (Thu) ~ Feb 23, 2026 (Mon) | 17:00 ~ 23:00 |
| Santa Tree (Indoor) | Nov 13 (Thu) ~ Dec 25 (Thu) | 11:00 ~ 23:00 |
| Christmas Marche (Indoor) | Nov 13 (Thu) ~ Dec 25 (Thu) | 11:00 ~ 21:00 |
| Ice Rink | Nov 21 (Fri) ~ Feb 23, 2026 (Mon) | 11:00 ~ 21:00 |
📌 [IMPORTANT] Roppongi Hills vs Tokyo Midtown (Must Read!)
These are completely different locations. (10-15 minutes walk apart)
- Roppongi Hills: Famous for Keyakizaka Street illumination and German-style Christmas market
- Tokyo Midtown: Famous for garden illumination, ice rink, and Galleria indoor tree
This post is a ‘Tokyo Midtown’ guide!
⭐ For Roppongi Hills Illumination that started November 4, check the post below!
➡️ Roppongi Illumination 2025 Period, Lighting Times, Essential Spots Complete Guide
1️⃣ Christmas Garden Lights (CHRISTMAS GARDEN LIGHTS)
With the theme of “Christmas Memories”, it expresses various scenes such as gifts, laughter, snow, and silent nights through lighting displays.
The snow-falling area reminiscent of “White Christmas” is the perfect spot for photos and videos.
- Period: November 13 (Thu) ~ December 25 (Thu), 2025
- Time: 17:00 ~ 23:00
- Location: Midtown Garden
- Admission: Free
❄️ Limited Special Effects (Bubbles + Snow)
- Operating Period: Until December 12, 2025 (Fri)
- Bubble effects: Once every 3 minutes
- Snow effects: Once every 12 minutes
- Effect duration: Approximately 3 minutes
※ From December 13 (Sat), only regular illumination will continue without bubble and snow effects.
2️⃣ Emotion Palette Tree (EMOTION PALETTE TREE)
Uses real fir trees, characterized by gold light as the base with changes to various colors.
With the theme of “Emotion Palette”, this tree expresses various emotions in the Christmas story through colors and light.
- Period: November 13 (Thu) ~ December 25 (Thu), 2025
- Time: 17:00 ~ 23:00
- Location: Midtown Garden
- Admission: Free
3️⃣ Light Promenade
Elegant gold-toned lights warmly greet visitors from the garden entrance.
- Period: November 13 (Thu), 2025 ~ February 23 (Mon), 2026
- Time: 17:00 ~ 23:00
- Location: Midtown Garden, Plaza 1F
- Admission: Free
- Feature: Can be enjoyed for a long time even after the Christmas season ends
4️⃣ Santa Tree (Santa Tree)
Even in cold weather, there’s plenty to see inside Roppongi Midtown.
The approximately 4m tall tree shower space is filled with numerous Santa figures, transforming into a “Santa Tree”.
- Santa preparing gifts
- Santa caring for reindeer
- Santa strolling through Midtown Garden, etc.
Various mini-stories are hidden, making it especially popular with families with children.
- Period: November 13 (Thu) ~ December 25 (Thu), 2025
- Time: 11:00 ~ 23:00
- Location: Galleria 1F Tree Shower
- Admission: Free
On Galleria 3F, there’s a ‘Santa Surprise’ photo spot with “Boss Santa”, an advent tree capturing the world of little Santas, a stamp rally around the premises, and interior decoration “Feathery Snow Tree”, so you can fully experience the Midtown Christmas atmosphere just by touring indoors.
5️⃣ Christmas Marche (Christmas Marche)
The Roppongi Midtown Christmas Market has a charming appeal different from German-style markets.
- Period: November 13 (Thu) ~ December 25 (Thu), 2025
- Time: 11:00 ~ 21:00
- Location: Galleria B1F
- Feature: Sells Christmas ornaments, sundries, accessories, etc.
- Tip: Extended hours until 10 PM from Dec 20 (Sat) ~ Dec 25 (Thu)
6️⃣ Ice Rink (Yunth MIDTOWN ICE RINK)
The highlight of Roppongi Christmas, an outdoor ice rink in the heart of the city. This year collaborates with skincare brand ‘Yunth’.
- Period: November 21 (Fri), 2025 ~ February 23 (Mon), 2026
- Time: 11:00 ~ 21:00 (Last entry 20:00)
- Location: Midtown Lawn Square
- Fee: Adult (High school+) ¥2,000 / Children (Jr High-) ¥1,400
🎄 Holiday Period Rates (12/13~1/4): Adult ¥2,300 / Children ¥1,700
- Rental: Skates ¥500, Sled ¥500 (Weekdays 11:00~18:00)
⚠️ The facility is closed on January 1, 2026 (Thu), so the ice rink will not operate.
⚠️ Must Read Before Visiting! Expected Congestion & Traffic Control
This is strongly recommended on the official website.
During this period, one-way routes and long waiting lines should be expected as the default.
Be sure to refer to this when deciding your visit date.
🚨 Peak Congestion Period: December 19 (Fri) ~ December 25 (Thu)
⏰ Peak Congestion Time: Daily 17:00 ~ 19:00
📌 Recommended Visit: Weekday visits before December 18 (Thu) are strongly recommended.
🚧 Traffic Control Days: Dec 20 (Sat), 21 (Sun), 24 (Wed), 25 (Thu) - Traffic control will be implemented during these 4 days due to extreme congestion.
🚫 Special Effects End D-Day: Bubble and snow effects only run until December 12 (Fri)!
‼️ Important Note: If you leave the line to use the restroom, you cannot return to your original spot and must wait again from the back.
😋 Restaurants & 🛍️ Shopping: Things to Enjoy Together
Tokyo Midtown restaurants and Tokyo Midtown shopping are also must-visit courses.
1. Tokyo Midtown Restaurant Recommendations
① Tsujihan (つじ半) - Kaisendon (Seafood Bowl)
- Location: Tokyo Midtown Galleria B1F
- Feature: Waiting is required, but being indoors means you can wait more comfortably than the Tokyo Station main branch
➡️ Tsujihan Midtown Branch, Tokyo Roppongi Kaisendon Restaurant with Short Wait
② Ibuki Udon (伊吹うどん)
- Location: Tokyo Midtown Galleria B1F
- Feature: Perfect warm udon soup restaurant for cold weather
③ Napule (Napule)
- Location: Tokyo Midtown Garden Terrace 1F
- Feature: Pizza restaurant where you can dine while viewing the illumination
✅ Book Napule Tokyo Midtown Online↗
④ Tsuru Tontan Roppongi (TsuruTonTan)
- Location: 2-minute walk from Tokyo Midtown
- Feature: Reservations available and numbered ticket system, great for getting a number and enjoying the illumination
✅ Book Tsuru Tontan Roppongi Online↗
➡️ Tokyo Roppongi Udon Restaurant Tsuru Tontan, Get Number and Travel
⑤ Imakatsu Roppongi Main Branch (イマカツ)
- Location: 3-minute walk from Tokyo Midtown
- Feature: Tonkatsu restaurant selected for Michelin Bib Gourmand
➡️ Imakatsu Roppongi Main Branch: Tokyo Tonkatsu Restaurant Wait & Reservation Tips
⑥ Iruca Tokyo Roppongi (入鹿TOKYO)
- Location: 2-minute walk from Tokyo Midtown
- Feature: Popular ramen restaurant with impressive truffle aroma
➡️ Iruca Tokyo Roppongi, Michelin Ramen Restaurant Wait & Ordering Tips
2. Tokyo Midtown Shopping & Attractions
① Suntory Museum
- Location: Galleria 3F
- Feature: Art viewing available inside the building
② MUJI & UNIQLO
- Location: Galleria B1F
- Feature: Large stores for great shopping
③ PLEATS PLEASE ISSEY MIYAKE
- Location: Galleria 2F
- Feature: Popular items available
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q1. Is there an admission fee? A. Illuminations, Santa Tree, and Christmas Market are free to view. Only the ice skating rink requires a fee (Adults ¥2,500, Children ¥1,500).
Q2. Can I enjoy it on rainy days? A. The ice skating rink may be closed during rain as it’s outdoors. However, the Santa Tree is inside the Galleria, so it can be viewed regardless of weather.
Q3. Is it suitable for families with children? A. Yes, it’s very family-friendly. Nursing rooms and diaper changing facilities are available, and there are many family-oriented restaurants.
Q4. Is there parking nearby? A. You can use Tokyo Midtown’s underground parking lot (paid). However, it gets crowded on weekends, so we recommend using public transportation.
Q5. Can I visit both Roppongi Hills and this on the same day? A. Yes, highly recommended. The two locations are 10-15 minutes walk apart. The most efficient course is to stop by Roppongi Hills before sunset to see the Christmas market, then move to Tokyo Midtown after dark to enjoy the garden illumination.
Q6. Is it directly connected to the subway station? A. Yes, directly connected. Exit 8 of Roppongi Station on the Toei Oedo Line or Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line leads directly to the Tokyo Midtown entrance, which is very convenient.
Q7. Do they sell Christmas cakes too? A. Yes, they hold a CHRISTMAS CAKE event from November 13 to December 25. Famous bakeries on Galleria B1 accept reservations and sell gorgeous Christmas-exclusive cakes.
Roppongi Midtown Christmas will be the best choice for those seeking a sophisticated and fantastic atmosphere.
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