Enoshima Illumination
IlluminationKanto(Kanagawa)
Annual eventDates
2026-11-21 — 2027-02-28
Venue
Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden and Enoshima Sea Candle
Admission
¥500
Crowd Level
Moderate crowdWinter illumination at Enoshima Island with ocean views.
The Enoshima Illumination, known as Shonan no Hoseki (Jewels of Shonan), is one of Japan's three great illuminations. The entire island of Enoshima is transformed with dazzling light displays centered around the Samuel Cocking Garden and the iconic Sea Candle lighthouse, offering stunning views of the illuminated coastline.
Highlights
Recognized as one of Japan's top three illuminations; Sea Candle lighthouse radiating spirals of colorful light; Jewel-toned Hoseki Forest within Samuel Cocking Garden
Access
Odakyu Enoshima Line Katase-Enoshima Station, 20-minute walk; or Enoden Enoshima Station, 25-minute walk
Tips for Visitors
Purchase a combined ticket (Enoshima Escar + Cocking Garden + Sea Candle) for best value at 1,100 yen. Weekend evenings stay open until 21:00 while weekdays close at 20:00. The view from the Sea Candle observation deck at night is spectacular.