Japanese Arts & Crafts with Magical Illumination
The Wanoakari × Hyakudan Kaidan illumination exhibition is one of the most anticipated summertime Tokyo events, usually attracting over half a million visitors every year. The exhibition combines over 1,000 pieces of traditional Japanese arts and crafts with lights, creating a stunning visual experience. The art pieces come from both private individuals and organizations, and some are even brought from various regional festivals such as the giant paper lantern floats from the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri.
Wanoakari × Hyakudan Kaidan is hosted at the Hotel Gajoen Tokyo in Meguro inside an 80-year-old wooden building with a 99-step staircase and seven Japanese-style rooms that are filled with illuminated artwork. This year’s theme is “Enchanting Fairy Tales.” The exhibit uses lights, music and fragrance to built a dream-like space. Walk around the exhibit and take in the magical glow of the lights and the duality between traditional Japanese art with a sprinkle of modern aesthetics.
