Khaldon Azhari
TOKYO: Even though Christians are few in Japan, the country embraces Christmas with enthusiasm. Instead of a national holiday, the festivities peak on Christmas Eve, filling the night with anticipation.
Christmas Eve transforms Tokyo into a city of celebration, with restaurants unveiling exclusive menus and hotels bustling with guests. Schools let out early, and young people fill the streets, laughing and making memories with friends.
Tokyo’s iconic streets come alive with dazzling light displays, drawing crowds to Roppongi’s glowing avenues near Tokyo Tower, the vibrant heart of Shibuya, and the elegant surroundings of Tokyo Station and the Imperial Palace.
Glittering Christmas trees stand tall across the city, gracing department stores, hotel lobbies, and the grand entrances of major companies with festive cheer.
All night long, the legendary Tokyo Tower glows in green and red, casting Christmas colors across the city skyline.
Yet, Christmas Day itself passes as a regular workday for most, with offices staying open until late December before the city shifts its focus to the grand New Year festivities.
AloJapan.com