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Illuminated trees and hanging lanterns line a nighttime path at Kairakuen for the evening illumination event.
An illuminated event lantern marked with a plum-blossom design and UME The Lights hangs at 偕楽園 for the evening light-up event.
Several illuminated flowering branches are shown as part of the evening light-up event at Kairakuen.
Illuminated flowering trees line a nighttime path as visitors walk through the light-up display at Kairakuen.
Illuminated bamboo stalks rise through low mist during the light-up event at Kairakuen in Mito, Ibaraki.

Light-up Event 'Kairakuen UME The Lights 2026' Admission Ticket (Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture - Event)

Japan-Kairakuen Garden , Mito
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  • Experience a breathtaking light display at Kairakuen, one of Japan's three most beautiful gardens
  • The light-up event 'Kairakuen UME The Lights' returns this year to the historic Kairakuen, which boasts over 180 years of history
  • Enjoy the 'worldview of Yin and Yang' embedded in Kairakuen through various artistic lighting effects
  • This is a magical night event unique to the plum blossom season, where you can also enjoy exclusive plum-themed gourmet treats
  • Kairakuen is recognized as part of the Japan Heritage 'Stories of Early Modern Japan's Educational Heritage'.
  • Zero ticketing fees! Enjoy easy entry with electronic tickets
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Ticket typeE-ticket (direct entry)
Attraction typeHistory & culture

Product Info

Event Dates: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from February 13 (Fri) to March 15 (Sun), 2026

Time: 18:00 - 20:30 (Last admission at 20:00)

Venue: Kairakuen Garden

Experience the spectacular light at Kairakuen, one of Japan's three most famous gardens

Experience the spectacular light at Kairakuen, one of Japan's three most famous gardens

Several illuminated flowering branches are shown as part of the evening light-up event at Kairakuen.

The light-up event "Kairakuen UME The Lights" will be held again this year at Kairakuen, a Japanese Heritage site with a history of over 180 years.

Illuminated bamboo stalks rise through low mist during the light-up event at Kairakuen in Mito, Ibaraki.

You can enjoy the "world of yin and yang" that is embodied in "Kairakuen" through various performances.

Illuminated lanterns line a path leading to a thatched wooden entrance during the light-up event at Kairakuen.
Illuminated flowering trees line a nighttime path as visitors walk through the light-up display at Kairakuen.

Purchase Notice

  • For the latest event information, please visit the official website .
  • To participate in this event, you will need a ticket for "Kairakuen UME The Lights 2026." Please note that you cannot participate with an admission ticket for "Kairakuen Main Garden."
  • Even if you have entered the main Kairakuen Garden before the event begins, you will need to leave the garden at 5:00 PM, purchase a "UME The Lights 2026" ticket, and re-enter the garden.
  • Please dress warmly as cold weather is expected.
  • Please note that using wheelchairs, strollers, walking sticks or other mobility aids can be dangerous, so please be careful if you are traveling with children, are elderly or have a physical disability.
  • The event will proceed rain or shine, but may be cancelled at short notice in the event of severe weather.
  • We ask for your cooperation in taking your trash home with you.
  • Please do not enter any restricted areas within the park.
  • In the event of rain, we may be forced to change some of the event content.
  • Please refrain from using tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones, etc.

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present your QR code on-site

Voucher Redemption Period

  • The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Experience Location

Location Name: Kairakuen Garden

Address: 1-3-3 Tokiwacho, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture
How to Get There
Please check the official website for access and parking information. https://ume-the-lights.jp/

Cancellation Policy

  • Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
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