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December 3, 2025 at 5:00 pm
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December 7, 2025 at 8:00 pm
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Overview
The ASAKUSA CULTURE & LIGHTS 2025 event is a grand five-day cultural spectacle at the historic Sensoji Temple in Tokyo. The event features two main components:
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Contact Jasumo Now →- Free Projection Mapping: Large-scale digital animations, based on the temple’s 1,400-year history, are projected onto the Hozo-mon Gate, Five-Storied Pagoda, and Niten-mon Gate (no ticket or reservation required).
- Special Paid Viewing: A rare opportunity to enter the normally closed Denpoin Temple grounds, featuring the scenic Denpoin Garden and the Emadou Hall (or Ema Hall), which houses large, historic votive plaques (Ema).
The ticket information below specifically pertains to the paid, advance-reservation-only special viewings of the Denpoin Garden and Emadou Hall, which are opening to the public for the first time in seven years.
Why Attend
- Rare Access: Gain exclusive entry to the scenic Denpoin Garden and Emadou Hall (housing giant votive plaques), areas of Sensoji Temple that are typically closed to the public and have not been open for seven years.
- Two Experiences: Choose between the Daytime Special Viewing (to see the garden in natural light and visit Emadou Hall) and the Nighttime Special Viewing (to see the garden fantastically illuminated alongside the temple’s projection mapping).
- Cultural Significance: Experience a first-ever large-scale projection mapping event on Sensoji Temple’s iconic structures, combining ancient history with modern digital art.
- Flexible Entry: The paid viewings are divided into time slots every 30 minutes, allowing visitors to select a convenient entry time.
- Unique Tokyo Event: This is a major, time-limited cultural event happening only over five days in December 2025.
Tour Schedule & Ticket Information
The event runs for five days from Wednesday, December 3, 2025, to Sunday, December 7, 2025. Tickets are sold on General Sale and are for specific, timed entry slots. The sales period is only until Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 17:00 JST.
1. Special Nighttime Viewing of the Scenic Denpoin Temple Garden (Illuminated)
Fee: $\yen 3,000$ (Tax Included)
| Date | Start Time | Venue | Ticket Price (¥) |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 17:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 17:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 18:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 18:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 19:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 19:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/3 (Wed) | 20:00 (Last Entry) | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 17:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 17:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 18:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 18:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 19:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 19:30 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/4 (Thu) | 20:00 (Last Entry) | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
| 2025/12/5 (Fri) | 17:00 | Sensoji Temple Denpoin (Tokyo) | 3,000 |
2. Special Daytime Viewing of the Scenic Denpoin Temple Garden and Emadou Hall
- Dates: December 3 – 7, 2025
- Entry Times: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Every 30 minutes)
- Fee (General): $\yen 5,000$ (Tax Included)
- Note: While not explicitly listed in the table provided, this viewing is part of the event and requires a separate, higher-priced ticket.
Ticket Types & Pricing
| Viewing Type | Included Access | Price (¥) | Entry Time Slots |
| Special Nighttime Viewing | Illuminated Denpoin Garden (approx. 30 min) | 3,000 | 17:00 to 20:00 (Every 30 min) |
| Special Daytime Viewing | Denpoin Garden & Emadou Hall (approx. 60 min) | 5,000 | 9:00 to 15:00 (Every 30 min) |
| Projection Mapping | Hozomon Gate, Pagoda, Nitenmon Gate | Free | 17:30 to 21:30 (No ticket/reservation) |
Booking with Jasumo
Submit your request through the Jasumo Contact Form immediately with your preferred date, time slot, and viewing type (e.g., “Nighttime Viewing, Dec 4, 18:00 start”). The final ticket sales period ends Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 17:00 JST.
Since tickets are for timed entry slots and capacity is limited (approx. 100 people per session), popular slots may sell out quickly. Jasumo will manage the time-sensitive purchase submission on your behalf, providing essential bilingual support to navigate this unique event-booking process and secure your timed-entry tickets.
Disclaimer
Jasumo provides a specialized facilitation service for foreign tourists and non-Japanese residents in Japan, assisting with ticket acquisition for cultural events like Europe Kikaku’s 44th Performance “Internet Island Explorer” Tour through authorized platforms like Pia. We are not a ticket reseller and do not sell tickets directly. Our role is to guide international customers through the official booking process, addressing challenges such as:
- Language Barriers: Japanese-only ticketing systems; Jasumo offers bilingual support.
- Local Platforms: Assistance with lottery registration, payments, and e-ticket delivery.
Securing tickets is not guaranteed. Book via Jasumo by venue deadlines (e.g., Nov 5, 2025, for Tokyo) for official $\yen 8,500$ pricing to avoid resales. For travel planning, we can coordinate with regional tourism boards.
Reviews
“The nighttime viewing was magical. Seeing the Pagoda projection from inside the illuminated garden was worth the ticket price alone. A truly unique experience in Tokyo.”
“The daytime tour of Denpoin Garden and Emadou Hall was an incredible chance to see a piece of history normally hidden from view. The votive plaques are stunning.”
“Easy to combine with the free projection mapping show outside. The timed entry keeps the Denpoin Garden from being overcrowded, which is great for enjoying the scenery.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the difference between the three event components?
- Projection Mapping (Free): Viewable from the main temple grounds (Hozomon, Pagoda, Nitenmon). No ticket required.
- Nighttime Viewing (¥3,000): Timed entry to the illuminated Denpoin Garden only.
- Daytime Viewing (¥5,000): Timed entry to the Denpoin Garden and the Emadou Hall (giant votive plaques).
Where is the event taking place?
The event takes place at Sensoji Temple Denpoin in Asakusa, Tokyo.
Is photography allowed?
Photography is generally permitted in the Denpoin Garden during both viewings, but it is strictly prohibited inside the Emadou Hall (Ema Hall).
What is the maximum duration of the paid viewing?
The Nighttime Viewing duration is approximately 30 minutes, while the Daytime Viewing is approximately 1 hour.
What is the final ticket sales deadline?
The ticket sales period ends on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 17:00 JST.
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