By TAKEO KATO/ Staff Writer
November 29, 2025 at 16:01 JST
Shirogane Blue Pond in Biei, Hokkaido, is illuminated on Nov. 26. (Takeo Kato)
BIEI, Hokkaido—In an area known for hilly agricultural landscapes, a nighttime illumination show is being held at the Shirogane Blue Pond, drawing visitors with its fantastical scenery.
From around sunset until 9 p.m., a slow-paced lighting pattern repeats in 10-minute cycles.
Starting Dec. 17, the lighting pattern will change and use the frozen, snow-covered pond surface as a screen.
The nightly event is aimed at promoting overnight stays within the town among tourists, who usually just drive through Biei.
The light show continues until April 22.
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