Tokyo Tower Darkens with Countdown by LiLiCo: 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' to be Held (June 19)

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  • Tokyo Tower Darkens with Countdown by LiLiCo: 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' to be Held (June 19)
  • Oisix ra daichi's 'Daichi wo Mamoru Kai' will host 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' on June 19, 2026, at Zojoji Temple. The event aims to encourage reflection on the environment before the summer solstice, featuring a countdown blackout by LiLiCo, talk sessions, a marche, and Gagaku performances.
  • Source: PR Times
  • Date: June 9, 2026

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Oisix ra daichi's 'Daichi wo Mamoru Kai' will host 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' on June 19, 2026, at Zojoji Temple. The event aims to encourage reflection on the environment before the summer solstice, featuring a countdown blackout by LiLiCo, talk sessions, a marche, and Gagaku performances.

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June 9, 2026
Oisix ra daichi's 'Daichi wo Mamoru Kai' will host 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' on June 19, 2026, at Zojoji Temple. The event aims to encourage reflection on the environment before the summer solstice, featuring a countdown blackout by LiLiCo, talk sessions, a marche, and Gagaku performances.
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'Daichi wo Mamoru Kai,' operated by Oisix ra daichi, a company providing food subscription services, will host 'Daichi wo Mamoru 1 Million Candle Night @ Zojoji 2026' on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Zojoji Temple. This marks the event's 24th year, themed 'Lighting a Candle Reveals Something New.'

Activities include candle workshops, a marche, the first-ever performance by the Zojoji Gagaku Association, and a talk session with candle night ambassador LiLiCo. At 8:00 PM, following a countdown, Zojoji Temple and Tokyo Tower will simultaneously turn off their lights to advocate for a moment to reflect on our global environment.

FAQ

Is there an admission fee for the event?

Admission is free, but some activities like the candle workshop require a fee (1,000 JPY, with 500 JPY donated).

What happens in case of rain?

It is not specified in the release. Please check the official website of the organizer.

Is it open to the public?

Yes, anyone can attend. Note that some experience booths require advance registration, which has already closed.