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A prayer for peace for those gone before us glitters across the lights of Kobe.
First held in 1995, Kobe Luminarie was created to honor the memory of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake and to symbolize hope for the city of Kobe. Each year, a theme is selected for the artworks, and all designs are created based on that theme. The materials are prepared in Italy, transported to Kobe, and assembled by Italian artisans together with Japanese staff.
In addition to the three main venues - Higashi Yuenchi Park, the Former Foreign Settlement, and Meriken Park - smaller installations are placed around various scenic spots throughout Kobe. As visitors move through the city and encounter these illuminated works, they can experience a story told through light, rediscover the diverse charms of Kobe, and feel a deeper connection with the local community.
Features the "Spalliera," a light wall hanging approximately 7.7 meters tall and 21 meters wide. ©Kobe Luminarie O.C.
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This festival is held in early December to remember the 1995 Hanshin earthquake and to pray for blessings. The sparkling lights symbolize hope for the people of Kobe. It’s really moving.
