Japan: Illuminated Cherry Blossom Trees Line Iino River in Full Bloom in Aichi

On March 30, 2026, cherry blossom trees lining approximately 100 meters along the Iino River in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture, central Japan were captured glowing under illumination as the flowers reached full bloom. The light-up event runs until April 5.

[Breaking News]Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

KOBE, Japan, Jan. 30 Kyodo - The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people. (Kyodo)

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 30, 2026, in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

[Breaking News]Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

KOBE, Japan, Jan. 11 Kyodo - Video taken on Jan. 11, 2026, from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a fallen artwork following a gale at a park in Kobe ahead of the opening on Jan. 30 of the "Luminarie" illumination event in memory of the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people. (Kyodo)

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Photo taken on Jan. 11, 2026, from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a fallen artwork following a gale at a park in Kobe ahead of the opening on Jan. 30 of the "Luminarie" illumination event in memory of the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Photo taken on Jan. 11, 2026, from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a fallen artwork following a gale at a park in Kobe ahead of the opening on Jan. 30 of the "Luminarie" illumination event in memory of the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Artwork collapses before illumination event in Kobe

Photo taken on Jan. 11, 2026, from a Kyodo News helicopter shows a fallen artwork following a gale at a park in Kobe ahead of the opening on Jan. 30 of the "Luminarie" illumination event in memory of the victims of the 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

US: Nights of Thousand Candles Lights Up Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina

Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, is glowing with holiday magic during its annual Nights of a Thousand Candles event. On select evenings, thousands of hand-lit candles and sparkling lights illuminate the gardens, creating a festive and atmospheric nighttime experience. Visitors can stroll through the grounds, enjoy seasonal music, and take in the warm holiday ambiance.

Illumination event in Sendai

Illumination event in Sendai

The annual Sendai Pageant of Starlight illumination event begins in Sendai, northeastern Japan, on Dec. 5, 2025. Zelkova trees lining a 500-meter street are lit up with about 480,000 LED lights, with about 2.5 million people expected to visit through Dec. 28.

Illumination event in Sendai

Illumination event in Sendai

The annual Sendai Pageant of Starlight illumination event begins in Sendai, northeastern Japan, on Dec. 5, 2025. Zelkova trees lining a 500-meter street are lit up with about 480,000 LED lights, with about 2.5 million people expected to visit through Dec. 28.

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination, a popular seasonal light event, begins at Odori Park in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Nov. 21, 2025.

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination

Sapporo White Illumination, a popular seasonal light event, begins at Odori Park in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Nov. 21, 2025.

Flower park lit up in western Japan

Flower park lit up in western Japan

A winter illumination event at the Tottori Hanakairo flower park in Nambu in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, is unveiled to the press on Nov. 12, 2025, two days ahead of its official opening.

Flower park lit up in western Japan

Flower park lit up in western Japan

A winter illumination event at the Tottori Hanakairo flower park in Nambu in Tottori Prefecture, western Japan, is unveiled to the press on Nov. 12, 2025, two days ahead of its official opening.

Bear sightings in northern Japan

Bear sightings in northern Japan

Photo taken in October 2025 shows a signboard set up at a park in Hokuto in Hokkaido, northern Japan, announcing the cancellation of an autumn foliage illumination event amid a recent spate of bear attacks in the region.

UAE: Fireworks Mark Diwali Celebrations in Dubai

Fireworks lit up the Dubai sky to mark Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights celebrated across India and around the world, on Monday, October 20. Families and tourists gathered to enjoy the celebrations accompanied by traditional music.

April’s Full Moon Graces Night Sky 3

The full moon of April, the Pink Moon, shone in the night sky on Sunday, April 13, appearing as a 'micromoon' due to its farthest distance from Earth this year.

April’s Full Moon Graces Night Sky 2

The full moon of April, the Pink Moon, shone in the night sky on Sunday, April 13, appearing as a 'micromoon' due to its farthest distance from Earth this year.

April’s Full Moon Graces Night Sky

The full moon of April, the Pink Moon, shone in the night sky on Sunday, April 13, appearing as a 'micromoon' due to its farthest distance from Earth this year.

[Breaking News]Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

TOKYO, Japan, March 28 Kyodo - About 500 drones fly in the night sky in Tokyo's Toyosu area on March 28, 2025, to create an illumination showing the image of Myaku-Myaku, the official mascot of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, ahead of the start on April 13 of the event in the western Japan city. (Kyodo)

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

About 500 drones fly in the night sky in Tokyo's Toyosu area on March 28, 2025, to create an illumination showing the image of Myaku-Myaku, the official mascot of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, ahead of the start on April 13 of the event in the western Japan city.

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

About 500 drones fly in the night sky in Tokyo's Toyosu area on March 28, 2025, to create an illumination showing the image of Myaku-Myaku, the official mascot of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, ahead of the start on April 13 of the event in the western Japan city.

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

Drone illumination ahead of World Exposition

About 500 drones fly in the night sky in Tokyo's Toyosu area on March 28, 2025, to create an illumination showing the image of Myaku-Myaku, the official mascot of the 2025 World Exposition in Osaka, ahead of the start on April 13 of the event in the western Japan city.

France: Eiffel Tower Lit In Ukrainian Colors To Mark Third Anniversary Of Ukraine Invasion

Paris' Eiffel Tower was lit up in blue and yellow on February 24 to mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and to show support for the Ukrainian people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

KOBE, Japan, Jan. 24 Kyodo - The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people. (Kyodo)

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

Illumination event in Kobe in memory of quake victims

The "Luminarie" illumination event opens on Jan. 24, 2025, in Kobe in memory of the victims of the January 1995 Great Hanshin Earthquake in the western Japan city and its vicinity that killed more than 6,400 people.

US: Thousands Of Drones Light Up Texas Sky In Spectacular Christmas Show 2

Sky Elements, Dallas-Fort Worth's most famous drone company, in cooperation with the City of North Richland Hills, Texas, presented a spectacular Christmas-themed drone show featuring 2,500 drones illuminating the night sky on Friday, December 20.

Illumination event in Tokyo

Illumination event in Tokyo

A tree-lined street in Tokyo's Shibuya area is illuminated with about 600,000 blue LED lights on Dec. 22, 2024.

US: Thousands Of Drones Light Up Texas Sky In Spectacular Christmas Show

Sky Elements, Dallas-Fort Worth's most famous drone company, in cooperation with the City of North Richland Hills, Texas, presented a spectacular Christmas-themed drone show featuring 2,500 drones illuminating the night sky on Friday, December 20.

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

People take pictures of the light show during 2024 Seoul Winter Festa in front of Gwanghwamun in Seoul, South Korea, December 16, 2024. This ongoing event will last until January 5, 2025. Photo by Xu Qin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

This photo taken on December 16, 2024 shows decorations of 2024 Seoul Winter Festa at Cheonggyecheon in Seoul, South Korea. This ongoing event will last until January 5, 2025. Photo by Xu Qin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

This photo taken on December 16, 2024 shows decorations of 2024 Seoul Winter Festa at Cheonggyecheon in Seoul, South Korea. This ongoing event will last until January 5, 2025. Photo by Xu Qin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

Seoul Winter Festa - South Korea

This photo taken on December 16, 2024 shows decorations of 2024 Seoul Winter Festa at Cheonggyecheon in Seoul, South Korea. This ongoing event will last until January 5, 2025. Photo by Xu Qin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

US: NYC Rockefeller Center Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

On Wednesday evening, December 4, crowds gathered to witness the annual New York City tradition as the 74-foot-tall Rockefeller Center’s iconic Christmas tree was illuminated with fifty-thousand multi-colored lights.

Illumination event in Sendai

Illumination event in Sendai

The annual Sendai Pageant of Starlight illumination event begins in Sendai, northeastern Japan, on Dec. 6, 2024. Zelkova trees lining a 450-meter street are lit up with about 450,000 LED lights, with about 1.6 million people expected to visit through Dec. 25.

Illumination event in Sendai

Illumination event in Sendai

The annual Sendai Pageant of Starlight illumination event begins in Sendai, northeastern Japan, on Dec. 6, 2024. Zelkova trees lining a 450-meter street are lit up with about 450,000 LED lights, with about 1.6 million people expected to visit through Dec. 25.

Sapporo White Illumination

SAPPORO, Japan, Nov. 22 Kyodo - Sapporo White Illumination, a popular seasonal light event, begins at Odori Park in Sapporo in Hokkaido, northern Japan, on Nov. 22, 2024. (Kyodo)

Festival Of Lights - Vancouver

Festival Of Lights - Vancouver

People enjoy light installations for the annual Festival of Lights event at VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nov. 29, 2024. The annual holiday tradition returned for its 40th anniversary and kicked off in Vancouver on Friday. Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

Festival Of Lights - Vancouver

Festival Of Lights - Vancouver

People enjoy light installations for the annual Festival of Lights event at VanDusen Botanical Garden in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, Nov. 29, 2024. The annual holiday tradition returned for its 40th anniversary and kicked off in Vancouver on Friday. Photo by Liang Sen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM