Bringing Christmas scenes
to Tokyo's winters
Tokyo Christmas Market began at Hibiya Park in 2015.
With the Christmas pyramid as its symbol, it set out to be a place where you can feel the atmosphere of Germany itself, bringing winter days full of food, gifts and music.
As it has spread to new venues, it has become a place where people meet and share warmth. Here is the story of Tokyo Christmas Market so far, and a look at what comes next.
It all began
at Hibiya Park in 2015
Tokyo Christmas Market was first held in December 2015. At Hibiya Park, a 14 m Christmas pyramid from the village of Seiffen in Germany was unveiled.
The venue was lined with stalls selling Glühwein, Christmas sweets, European-style ornaments and more. Many people enjoyed it as an outdoor event where they could soak up the authentic atmosphere without leaving Tokyo.
A pyramid full of the warmth of wood, and lights brightening the venue. That scene was the beginning of Tokyo Christmas Market.
Growing with the city, venue by venue
Since its start at Hibiya Park, Tokyo Christmas Market has spread to new venues, refining each one so that even more people can enjoy the authentic atmosphere.
First held at Hibiya Park. A 14 m Christmas pyramid makes its debut in Tokyo's winter
German flavors and music brighten Hibiya Park in the market's second year
Third year at Hibiya Park: the authentic atmosphere grows even bigger
Satellite markets also held in Odaiba and at LAZONA Kawasaki. The fun spreads across the city
First held at Shiba Park, overlooking Tokyo Tower. An authentic Christmas on a new stage
Christmas returns to Hibiya Park. A satellite venue also opens in Shinjuku
Timed e-tickets introduced, for a market everyone can enjoy with peace of mind
The venue expands to Nirenoki Square, for a Christmas that draws 250,000 people
First held at Jingu Gaien. A Christmas townscape unfolds on a new stage
A new pyramid for the 10th anniversary. Step into the world of Grimms' Fairy Tales
Two Christmas pyramids shine at two venues: Jingu Gaien and Shiba Park
Coming to Shin-Toyosu for the first time. Two Christmases, together with Shiba Park
Our symbol, too,
takes a new step
The Christmas pyramid has been the symbol of the venue since the very first market. In 2024, the second-generation pyramid was unveiled.
The following year, 2025, pyramids welcomed visitors at both the Jingu Gaien and Shiba Park venues. That year, the two venues drew about 560,000 visitors in total.
Even as the market spreads to new places, the Christmas pyramid continues to create the scenes that make Tokyo Christmas Market what it is.
What we have always cherished:
culture and warmth
What Tokyo Christmas Market hopes to offer is time for people to connect with one another while experiencing European Christmas culture.
Warm drinks and food, goods handcrafted by artisans, music echoing through the venue. Eating, choosing, listening: each one is a chance to experience authentic culture up close.
From wooden stalls and decorations to reusable mugs, we value both a warm atmosphere and care for the environment. We aim to be a place that builds ties between visitors and the local community and brings new life to the city.
2026: a Christmas of "Sea" and "Forest"
In 2026, the market is planned for Shin-Toyosu and Shiba Park. It will be the first time Tokyo Christmas Market is held in Shin-Toyosu.
The Shin-Toyosu venue's theme is "Sea": a waterfront scene of light and sea air. The Shiba Park venue's theme is "Forest": a scene of glowing lights and greenery, surrounded by trees. Together, they create two Christmas worlds, each making the most of its location's charms.
Carrying the journey since 2015 into the winter scenes to come. Cherishing the authentic atmosphere and the warmth of people coming together, Tokyo Christmas Market will keep bringing you new Christmas moments.
