20 years ago, in the winter of 1986, the trees that lined the streets of Sendai in Japan looked dark and dreary, with fallen leaves flying by. People that wanted to brighten the tree-lined streets created a volunteer group that spans across all jobs and ages, which turned into a movement shared by everyone in the city. Many small lights gathered and appeared in front of everyone's eyes as a beautiful fantasy road, covered with stars.

On December 23, people dress up as Santa Claus and parade under the light, singing, dancing, and enjoying the cold winter. The Sendai Pageant of Starlight is still loved to this day as an event lead by volunteers.

Useful links:
http://www.sentabi.jp http://www.city.sendai.jp/

Overview of the Sendai Pageant of Starlight in Japan

Held every year, from December 12 to December 31, 17:30 (lights on) to 23:00 (lights off)

Starlight wink(lights are briefly turned off and on again)
18:00, 19:00, 20:00

Starlight fantasy - The Tale of a Forest of Santa Clauses