Tropical ECO Lights - 9 episodes of light leading to the future

Tropical ECO Lights - 9 episodes of light leading the way to the future

The world's first ecology-linked illumination event with an SDGs theme to be held at Southeast Botanical Garden. Low-power LEDs are used to create a fantastic world of light while taking the environment into consideration.

Awards

International Illumination Award 2025*. Awarded National No.1 SDGs Award for Excellence in the Illumination Event Category

Event Summary

• Period: January 16 (Fri) - May 24 (Sun), 2026
• Opening Hours:.
  • January 16 - March 31: 18:00 - 22:00 (last admission 21:30)
  • April 1 - May 24: 18:30 - 22:00 (last admission 21:30)
• Admission: 600 yen (separate admission fee is required)

Places to visit

Based on the SDGs philosophy, the park will be illuminated with environmentally friendly lights.

Concurrent Events

• Okinawa Tropical Illumination 2025-2026: Main illumination that decorates the entire park
• Okinawa Bougainvillea Fair 2026 (daytime): 1 million bougainvillea

Visitors can experience a unique tropical fantasy space of nature and light in the Botanical Garden at night.

Access

Approximately 50 minutes by car from Naha Airport, conveniently located right after getting off at the Okinawa North Interchange.