Kyu Shiba Rikyu Garden

Immerse in an interactive show of lights, sounds and projections at Kyu Shiba Rikyu Gardens. Returning for the eighth time this May, Kyu-Shiba Rikyu Gardens is hosting a special night visit for four days from May 20 to May 23. Themed around the concept of rediscovering historical settings with cutting-edge technologies, expect areas of the garden to be illuminated in stunning projection mappings.  The wisteria trellis installation welcomes visitors with soft lighting and drifting visuals that evoke the gentle movement of hanging blossoms, setting a dreamlike tone for the night garden. Meanwhile, the snow-viewing lantern zone, draws on the garden’s history as a former tidal landscape, layering shimmering light effects to recall the presence of water once connected to the sea. The main highlight is the ‘A Moment Full of Memories’ show, in which the entire garden is illuminated in synchrony. Lights scattered throughout the grounds gradually respond to one another, building into a unified display that brings its historical narrative to life. This special light-up show takes place every 20 minutes from 7pm, with the final presentation beginning at 9pm. Tickets are ¥1,000 (free for four-year-olds and younger kids) and they are now available via the Line app. Note that a Line app account is necessary to buy a ticket.