Tokyo Skytree Lights – Nightly Colors Explained

Learn Skytree's illumination themes, seasonal colors, and event light-ups, with tips to photograph them.

1/16/2026

12 min read

Tokyo Skytree lit with colorful illuminations at night

Skytree's nightly lights often follow named themes (e.g., Iki, Miyabi) and switch palettes for events.

Colored lights

Core Themes

Theme	Palette	Feel
Iki	Cool blues	Elegant, modern
Miyabi	Warm purples	Classical, refined
Seasonal	Reds/greens, pastels	Holidays and events

Occasional one-night palettes mark sports wins or cultural events. Check calendars day-of.

Best Angles for Light-Ups

Riverbanks for mirror-like reflections.
Bridges for rails as leading lines.
Deck interiors for city glow plus lit tower body.

Blue Hour Advantage

Tower detail remains visible while lights pop.

Exposure Recipes

River reflection: ISO 100, f/8, 10–20s  
Bridge handheld: ISO 800, f/2.8–4, 1/30–1/60s  
Deck interior: ISO 400–800, f/4–5.6, 1/10–1/20s (brace)

White Balance

Auto works, but try cooler presets to keep blues clean; avoid overly warm shifts that muddy purples.

Về tác giả

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