Roger OngEarth Hour 2025 is here to inspire change again on 22 March, and Japan will see a a number of events across the country to remind us of the urgent issues of climate change and biodiversity protection.
The official Earth Hour 2025 campaign is led by WWF Japan, inviting individuals, communities, and businesses around the world to turn off their lights from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. local time. Japan will be joining in, too.
Yokohama has been taking part in Earth Hour by encouraging its residents and businesses to join the global movement. The city will switch off lights at various public facilities at 8:30 p.m. as part of its ongoing environmental efforts, include its goal of a decarbonised society by 2050.
In Hakodate, Hokkaido, Goryokaku Tower will join the global event by darkening its tower lights for one hour. The building will remain unlit from the scheduled hour, symbolising solidarity against climate change.
Some events will be doing more, leveraging on the opportunity to provide further learning. The Miyazaki City Phoenix Zoo will host a lecture titled “Global Warming and the Animals – What Can We Do?“. The talk by the zoo’s director aims to raise awareness about the impacts of global warming on wildlife and promote practical conservation measures.
Caption by Hyatt Namba Osaka will engage its guests by offering a blend of cultural and sustainable experiences. The venue will participate in Earth Hour by dimming the lights in its cafe and bar. Guests can enjoy live accordion music during this period. Additionally, a special menu promoting food waste reduction and local sustainability initiatives will be available.
Wherever you are this 22 March, consider an hour of electrical and digital detox with Earth Hour! You don’t need to be at any these locations to “switch off”, as this can also be a powerful individual action against the climate crisis.
[Website] Earth Hour 2025
