Illustrative tree image supplied with the event announcement, via Tabiyaka Hiroshima.
Hiroshima Station is getting ready for the holidays, with a large Christmas tree and winter lights spreading to both sides of the station. HIROSHIMA STATION CHRISTMAS 2026 is scheduled for November 13 through December 25, 2026, bringing seasonal decorations to the station and surrounding streets. The tree will stand on the second floor, in the plaza in front of the streetcar boarding area (エキ×デンスクエア). It gives travelers passing through the station a holiday landmark to look for between journeys.
A choir and a countdown on opening night
The opening ceremony is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at 5:30 p.m. Japan Standard Time and is expected to last about 15 minutes. The program includes a choir performance and a countdown to the tree lighting. That 5:30 p.m. time is for the opening ceremony; it should not be read as the daily switch-on time for every display.
Winter lights on both sides of the station
The decorations extend beyond the tree, with different lighting displays planned around the station. On the north side, around the Shinkansen exit, Ekikita Dreamination will light up the area from November 13, 2026, through January 12, 2027. That northern program is scheduled to continue after the main Christmas celebration ends. On the south side, EKIMACHI Illumi is scheduled for November 13 through December 25, 2026, with illuminations at four locations. One highlight is the riverside HIROSHIMA letter installation, surrounded by seasonal lights. The station tree and the riverside displays offer different settings for a winter evening walk.
What to check before heading out
Display dates vary by venue, so not every decoration or activity will run for the entire main season. Check individual venue notices for viewing hours before making a special trip. The organizers are also planning live music and markets for December, with further details to be announced.
For updates on the decorations and opening ceremony, see the organizers’ official announcement.
Adapted from Tabiyaka Hiroshima using AI translation and automated checks.
