Huis Ten Bosch's Winter Transforms! Japan's #1 Illumination for 13 Consecutive Years Gets a Major Revamp, Enveloping the European Townscape in a Dazzling Starry Sky Experience. Plus, the Largest-Scale Christmas Event in History Launches Simultaneously!

"Dreams of a different world"—under this brand vision, Huis Ten Bosch, the theme park resort in Nagasaki Prefecture, will launch a completely renewed illumination show titled 'The Starlight Million' on Friday, November 6, marking the first overhaul in 16 years of its illumination display, which has been awarded Japan's #1 for 13 consecutive years (※1).

Additionally, the Christmas event 'European Holy Christmas,' expanded to its largest scale ever (※2), will also begin on the same day. With the debut of the new illumination, this year's Christmas celebration will evolve into an even more special experience. This winter, Huis Ten Bosch will be filled with unparalleled brilliance, delivering an upgraded, overwhelming sense of excitement and emotion under the theme "Thrills, One After Another!"

Special Website: https://www.huistenbosch.co.jp/event/illumination/

'The Starlight Million' is a fantastical illumination display where dazzling, wish-filled stars harmonize with the European-style streetscape. Designed to make visitors feel as if they are walking beneath a star-filled sky, the immersive experience goes beyond simply viewing lights—stepping into the space instantly transports guests into a celestial journey like no other, enhanced by its overwhelming scale and spatial design.

Starting the same day, November 6 (Friday), 'European Holy Christmas' will feature expanded Christmas decorations throughout the park, creating a special holiday atmosphere where ornaments fill every direction, 360 degrees around. The 'Grand Chandelier Tree,' Japan's only Christmas tree designed after a chandelier (※3), will once again shine with dazzling crystal brilliance. Experience the magical fusion of 'The Starlight Million’s' starry glow and the festive Christmas scenery—an enchanting winter world unique to this season.

Under the theme "Thrills, One After Another!" Huis Ten Bosch continues to deliver exciting attractions and entertainment. This winter, the resort elevates its iconic illumination experience, offering unforgettable excitement and emotion from morning to night. Anticipate the rebirth of winter at Huis Ten Bosch.

【Overview】

New Illumination: 'The Starlight Million'

Period: November 6, 2026 (Fri) – February 25, 2027 (Thu)

Christmas Event: 'European Holy Christmas'

Period: November 6, 2026 (Fri) – December 25, 2026 (Fri)

【About Huis Ten Bosch】

Huis Ten Bosch is a theme park resort in Nagasaki Prefecture, built on a vast site equivalent to approximately 33 Tokyo Domes, under the brand concept "Dreams of a different world."

Featuring world-class attractions, seasonal events that transform the entire town, and Japan's #1 illumination for 13 consecutive years (※1), the resort delivers one-of-a-kind experiences that immerse guests in wonder and excitement from morning to night, offering endless thrills.

※: Images are for illustrative purposes only.

※1: Awarded 1st place for 13 consecutive years in the Comprehensive Entertainment Category of the 'Illumination Award' by the Nighttime Scenery Tourism Convention & Bureau (2013–2022), and 1st place in the Illumination Event Category of the 'International Illumination Award' (2023–2025).

※2: Based on wall-mounted Christmas ornament decorations (Huis Ten Bosch survey, 2026)

※3: The chandelier-inspired Christmas tree is unique in Japan (Huis Ten Bosch survey, July 2026)

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