思わずうっとり。クリスマスのインスタ映えスポット
普段何気なく見なれている場所が、クリスマスになると素敵なイルミネーションスポットに変身するフィリピン。散歩のついでに寄れるところから、休日にちょっと足を延ばしていきたい写真映えスポットを選んでみました。
Immerse Yourself in the Christmas Spirit
Whether it’s enjoying a white Christmas, roaming the streets filled with brilliant lights, or traversing the world of Santa Claus, an immense number of displays emerge around the Philippines once the holiday season arrives. Here are a few spots you can explore with your family, friends, or partner where you can bask in the season of cheer and dive into the Christmas Spirit.
ここなら1年中クリスマス
カーサ・サンタ・ミュージアム
マニラ首都圏近郊リサール州アンティポロ市の庭園の中に建つミュージアム。館内にはフィギュアをはじめ、サンタクロースに関連するもののコレクションが3700点以上展示。通常10人以上のグループでの来場が必要ですが、10人未満でも来館できるオープンデーがあるのでフェイスブックでチェック！
Cheery Visits to Santa’s Workshop at the Casa Santa Museum
Statues, figurines, ornaments–you name it! With thousands in its collection, the Casa Santa Museum is sure to house a Santa Claus in any shape or form. Starting as a hobby, its growth turned into a way to share the magic of Christmas with others.
The Christmas Village, Balay Belen, and The Grinch’s Room are some of the sections that highlight other elements of this season and complement the abundance of Santas. It is safe to say that Casa Santa Museum is a place where Christmas never ends.
Venue: 279 Buliran Road., Brgy. San Isidro, Antipolo City, Rizal (inside Jardin de Miramar)
Opening Dates: Check on Facebook (QR Code)
Opening hours: 10 am – 4 pm (Open daily for groups of 10 and above)
Admission: P250+/pax
高原都市でホワイトクリスマス
バギオ・クリスマス・ビレッジ
フィリピンにいながら、冬のクリスマスを体験したいならバギオへ。ご存じ高原リゾートのバギオはフィリピンながらひんやり寒く、バギオ・カントリークラブでは毎年クリスマス・ビレッジを開設。雪が降る演出が好評です。
Alpine Holidays in the Tropics at the Baguio Christmas Village
Different hues of blue and white greet everyone who visits the Baguio Christmas Village in the Baguio Country Club. This yearly spectacle has been a haven for merriment and festivities as people from around the country gather to spend time with their families. The shimmering lights and descending snow effects make for stunning photos, while the meet and greet with Santa Claus and souvenir shops make for joyous activities.
Venue: The Baguio Country Club, Baguio City, Benguet
Event Period: Until January 5, 2025 (Sunday)
Opening Hours: 10 am – 10 pm (11 pm on weekends)
Admission: PHP 90 -170 Tickets can be purchased onsite or online.
ビジネス街のオアシスが光の都に
アヤラ・トライアングルガーデンズ
アヤラランド社が11月からマカティ市のビジネス街にある公園、アヤラトライアングルでクリスマス・ライトアップを実施中。アラヤ・アベニューにも夜にまばゆく光るオブジェが並び、車で通るとときに車窓から目を楽しませてくれます。
Sparkling Sights in the City at the Ayala Triangle Gardens
Spending every year with splendor, the Ayala Triangle Gardens offers a Multi-Sensory experience for 2024. Various lights are scattered around, showing more than just the usual Christmas shimmer with mirror frames emitting a unique glow. Different smells and sounds also grace the senses, uplifting the holiday mood when passing by.
Performers such as The Luminaries and Arcapellago are featured every weekend, while talented buskers give a lively atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.
Venue: Paseo De Roxas St. Cor Makati Ave., Makati City
Event Period: Until January 5, 2025 (Sunday)
Opening Hours: 6 am – 10 pm (Daily)
Admission: Free of Charge
家族で訪れたいクリスマスビレッジ
オカダマニラ・エンチャンティング・クリスマスビレッジ
５ツ星ホテル・統合型リゾートのオカダマニラがクリスマスに向け進化！10メートルを超えるクリスマスツリーをはじめ、ハイライトはクリスマスビレッジ。まだクリスマスプレゼントを買っていない人は、ぜひここで！夜にはライトショーも行われ、家族でディナーに訪れるのにも最適。
Merry Shopping in Winter Wonderland at the Enchanting Christmas Market
Christmas shopping is on everyone’s to-do list in this season of giving, and the Enchanting Christmas Market is a perfect venue to find special gifts for your loved ones. Located in Okada Manila’s Crystal Pavilion, the market is filled with a multitude of choices like clothes, trinkets, decorations, and many more.
Along with the market is Okada’s Enchanting Christmas Village where people can roam around and enjoy the ambiance, activities, and shows with their theme “Enchanting Crystal Winter.”
Venue: Okada Manila, New Seaside Drive, Entertainment City, Parañaque
Event Period: Until January 5, 2025 (Sunday)
Opening Hours: 3 pm – 11 pm (Mon-Thurs), 2 pm – 11 pm (Fri-Sun)
Admission: Free of Charge
土曜日の夜はBGCで花火！
ボニファシオ・ハイストリート・ホリデー
BGC(首都圏タギッグ市）のハイ・ストリートで11月と12月の毎週土曜日午後7時30分から花火を楽しむことができます。巨大クリスマスツリーをはじめとする圧巻のオブジェも見もの。12月31日はニューイヤ―カウントダウンイベントも開催されます。
Glistening Bursts in the Sky at the Bonifacio Global City
A magical Christmas wonderland has become of the Bonifacio Global City (BGC) in Taguig with its 14-meter-tall Christmas tree decorated with sparkling ornaments and surrounded by big glowing polar bears. Every 7:30 pm on Saturdays until December 31, 2024, the skies of BGC light up in bursting glory with spectacular fireworks displays.
Other events around BGC are scheduled to happen throughout the season to kindle the holiday spirit and give a wonderful Christmas experience for 2024.
Venue: Bonifacio Global City, Taguig
Event Period: Until December 31, 2024 (Tuesday)
Event Schedules: Check on Facebook (QR Code)
Admission: Free of Charge
Planning a Trip to JAPAN? Chase the Lights!
Marunouchi Illumination
丸の内イルミネーション
One of the most popular light displays in Tokyo. The trees lining the main street along the business district are gracefully illuminated by lights to give an extra special sparkle.
Venue: Marunouchi, Tokyo, Japan
Event period: Until February 16, 2025 (Sunday)
Namba Hikari Tabi
なんば光旅
Indulge yourself in the majestic world of Namba, Osaka’s most vibrant district filled with artistic lights that illuminate the area every winter where everyone can enjoy for free.
Venue: Namba Parks, Nanbanaka, Naniwa Ward, Osaka, Japan
Event period: Until February 16, 2025 (Sunday)
Nabano no Sato Illuminations
なばなの里イルミネーション
Nabana no Sato, a gorgeous flower park, showcases one of Japan’s biggest illuminated displays featuring stunning visuals like a dazzling Mt. Fuji made of lights.
Venue: Nabana no Sato, Nagashima Onsen Resort, Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture, Japan
Event period: Until June 1, 2025 (Sunday)
