Winter illumination has begun at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo.

The Imperial Household Agency has held the event at this time of year since 2012 so people can enjoy the night view of the place.

The lights were switched on Saturday at 5 p.m. at the Otemon Gate, the Tatsumi-yagura turret and other locations.

A woman in her 60s said it was mesmerizing to see Nijubashi Bridge lit up and reflected in the moat, and that it was well worth the visit.

A woman in her 50s said the lights are not overly bright, and are in good harmony with the place.

The illumination runs through January 7, between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.