Tama Autumn Events: Light-Ups, Sake and Local Festivals

Information checked against the supplied announcement as of November 5, 2026.

For an autumn evening in western Tokyo, start with Showa Kinen Park’s illuminated ginkgo avenues or the later-season maple light-up at Hagiyama Park in Kodaira. Tama’s calendar also includes a sake brewery event in Fussa, neighborhood festivals and a guided walk along a former railway.

The dates matter: Fussa’s brewery event is on November 7, applications for the railway walk close on November 15, and Hagiyama Park’s lights do not begin until November 28. Here is how the outings fit together.

Autumn leaves and winter illuminations

Hagiyama Park: maple lights from late November

The Hagiyama Park Autumn Light-Up (萩山公園ライトアップ ～きらめく紅葉につつまれて～) centers on more than 100 Japanese maple trees. It is a good option if you want your evening to revolve around the foliage itself.

There will be no food trucks this year because the park is undergoing renovation. Plan meals separately from your visit.

Check the official Hagiyama Park event information for admission arrangements and updates before visiting.

Showa Kinen Park: ginkgo avenues and garden reflections

The Autumn Foliage Festival & Autumn Night Walk (黄葉･紅葉まつり&秋の夜散歩2026) runs through November 29 at Showa Kinen Park. Its night-time scenery was recognized in the illumination category of the Japan Night View Heritage program on October 9, 2026.

There are three distinct areas to consider. The Katarai Ginkgo Avenue has 98 trees along approximately 300 meters, with lighting coordinated to music. The Japanese Garden has around 300 maple trees, pond reflections, traditional paper umbrellas and lanterns. Near the Tachikawa entrance, the Canal area combines illuminated ginkgo trees with fountains and waterways.

Use the official Autumn Night Walk listing for event details and the park’s official access page to plan your arrival.

Tachikawa: approximately 600,000 lights near the station

Tachikawa Illumination (2026 たちかわイルミネーション) brings approximately 600,000 lights to Sun Sun Road outside JR Tachikawa Station’s north exit. It runs longer, so it works well once the autumn foliage events have finished.

An Instagram photo campaign and a coupon promotion involving nearby shops are also part of the program. TACHIKAWA WINTER MARKET, with food trucks, a market and music performances, is planned for December. Check the official Tachikawa Illumination page for the market schedule.

Sake breweries and bar-hopping

Fussa brewery openings: November 7 only

The fifth Fussa Brewery Opening event (第５回福生蔵開き) takes place on November 7, 2026, from 10:00 to 16:00. A free shuttle bus links the two main venues, so you can visit both.

The organizer is the Fussa Brewery Opening Executive Committee. For participation details, see the official brewery-opening page or call 042-551-2927.

Musashino bar-hopping: choose the right area and week

Furatto Musashino Bar-Hopping (ふらっとムサシノ2026『ハシゴ酒』) features 102 participating establishments across three areas. Each area has its own dates, so pick the ticket for the neighborhood you want to explore.

Organized by the Musashino Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the wider program also lists a special talk show on November 12 and a talk event on November 24. Consult the official Furatto Musashino website for participating venues and ticket arrangements.

Former railway exploration walk: apply by November 15

The Hamura–Yamaguchi Light Railway Exploration Walk (羽村山口軽便鉄道廃線探検) follows remnants of a railway used for Tokyo’s waterworks projects during the Taisho and Showa periods. This is a full-day outing with approximately 15 kilometers on foot, plus some travel by public transport.

The route starts at Hamura Tourist Information Center and visits sites including the Tamagawa Aqueduct’s third sluice gate, Shinmei Greenway, Yokota Air Base and a series of tunnels before reaching Murayama Reservoir. The return route goes via Seibukyujo-mae Station, with the group dispersing at Hamura Station.

The Musashimurayama Tourism and Community Development Association supports the tour. Read the official railway-walk announcement before applying.

Local festivals and a smartphone quiz rally

Higashikurume community festival

The 44th Higashikurume Citizens’ Festival (第44回東久留米市市民みんなのまつり) combines exhibitions, local-product sales, food stalls and dance performances. It incorporates the 52nd Commerce and Industry Festival and the 47th Agricultural Festival, with additional attractions, public-service booths and stalls from the Haruna area of Takasaki, Gunma.

See the city’s official festival announcement for details.

Inagi quiz rally: free participation through November 30

The Inagi Quiz Rally commemorating the visiting Soma Nomaoi performance (相馬野馬追 稲城出張公演記念 稲城出陣！クイズラリー) runs from October 17 to November 30, 2026. Participation is free, with 20 quiz locations across the city.

1. Open the dedicated rally website on a smartphone.
2. Visit a quiz location of your choice.
3. Answer correctly to collect a digital stamp.
4. Meet the requirements for a prize category, then submit a lottery entry through the website.

On November 14 only, Inagi Central Park will have an additional headquarters location where visitors can collect a special stamp during the visiting Soma Nomaoi performance. The rally is organized by Inagi City and Inagi Tourism Association.

Start with the official Inagi rally information. Since participation uses a smartphone, consider your battery needs before heading out; our d VALUE PASS and ChargeSPOT guide explains a power-bank rental option.

Photo contests to pair with your outing

Musashimurayama: local scenery, pets and festival photographs

The Musashimurayama Instagram Photo Contest (武蔵村山インスタグラムフォトコンテスト2026) accepts entries from September 15 through November 30, 2026. Both professional and amateur photographers can enter photographs taken in the city.

The organizer is the Musashimurayama Tourism and Community Development Association. Check its official photo-contest page for submission instructions.

Tama sweets: photograph the treat and the shop

The Tama Blissful Sweets Instagram Photo Contest (多摩エリアの至福のスイーツ インスタフォトコンテスト2026) runs from July 15 through December 25, 2026. Both Japanese and Western-style sweets qualify as subjects. Submit photographs of your chosen sweets together with photographs of the shop.

The Tama Tourism Promotion Council organizes the contest, with Good Life Tama handling operations. Entry instructions are on the official sweets photo-contest website.

For a different kind of outing beyond this event calendar, compare our Tokyo Islands sightseeing-ticket guide. If you prefer a longer break built around hot springs, browse the Yuchelin three-star onsen selection.

Frequently asked questions

When is the Hagiyama Park light-up?

November 28–December 13, 2026, from 17:30 to 20:30.

Will Hagiyama Park have food trucks?

No. Food trucks will not operate at this year’s event because of park renovation work.

How much is admission to Showa Kinen Park?

Park admission is ¥450 for adults, ¥210 for visitors aged 65 and over, and free for junior high school students and younger. Night-time viewing in the Japanese Garden generally requires a separate ticket.

Can I still use the Japanese Garden’s special admission arrangement?

The October 29–31 period when no separate night-viewing ticket was required has ended.

How late do Tachikawa’s street illuminations stay on?

The announced lighting hours are 17:00 to midnight, from November 1, 2026, through January 17, 2027.

Do I need to apply for the railway exploration walk?

Yes. Call Hamura Tourism Association at 042-555-9667 by 17:00 on November 15. Capacity is 15 participants, with a lottery if applications exceed capacity.

What does the railway walk’s ¥1,500 fee cover?

It includes insurance, postage and materials. Lunch and bus or train fares are additional.

Is the Inagi quiz rally free?

Yes. Participation is free. Prize draws require meeting the relevant entry conditions and applying through the dedicated website.

Source: Tama Tourism Promotion Council announcement published November 4, 2026. Showa Kinen Park’s address is taken from its official access page.