By Walker Japan

This tranquil nighttime walking tour video captures the spring atmosphere of Nihonbashi Muromachi, a district in central Tokyo that comes alive under the glow of cherry blossom-inspired lights during the SAKURA FES NIHONBASHI 2025. Beginning on March 19 and running until April 6, the event features a breathtaking light-up of Edo Sakura Street and facilities along Chuo Street, transforming the streetscape into a fantasy of soft pink hues celebrating the beauty of cherry blossoms.

The video showcases some of Nihonbashi’s most iconic landmarks, such as the long-established Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi Main Store, a prominent department store with its origins in the Edo period, and the contemporary COREDO Muromachi complex. These buildings, along with the Bank of Japan and the historic Mitsui Main Building, are lit up with gentle, pink lighting that creates a magical and festive atmosphere. Strolling through these vibrant yet serene streets offers viewers a rare and peaceful perspective of Tokyo's busy financial district at night.

Beyond the illumination, the area of Nihonbashi Muromachi is presented as a unique blend of history and modernity. Known as a long-time commercial hub, the district features architecture that respects a traditional skyline height of 100 shaku (approximately 31 meters) and is home to many heritage shops dating back centuries. Accompanying the visuals are gentle ambient city sounds and traffic noise, enhancing the relaxing walking tour experience for viewers.

Highlighting the area's enduring cultural appeal, the video also points out shops and establishments that specialize in traditional Japanese crafts and delicacies. From elegant lacquerware and gold leaf to artisan knives and traditional sweets, the walk invites you to visually explore the district’s eclectic mix of old and new. The Coredo Muromachi buildings offer particularly stylish venues for shopping and dining, all inspired by Edo-period merchant traditions.

This stunning spring tour offers an atmospheric glimpse into Nihonbashi’s transformation during the SAKURA FES and points to the deep cultural roots and forward-looking developments that make it such an iconic Tokyo destination.