Japan's iconic landmark Tokyo Tower is illuminated in red on Feb 9, Lunar New Year's Eve, to celebrate the annual Chinese New Year. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Japan's iconic landmark Tokyo Tower was illuminated in red on Feb 9, Lunar New Year's Eve, to celebrate the annual Chinese New Year, which fell on Feb 10.

The event in Tokyo has been running since 2019 to promote cultural exchanges.

The special light-up event this year featured the installation of a massive digital screen at the exhibition area, showcasing Chinese characters for festival greetings to offer a taste of traditional Chinese culture.

According to the Chinese zodiac and tradition, the Year of the Dragon symbolizes courage, auspiciousness and good luck.

Chinese musicians also performed during the event in Tokyo to celebrate the new year.

Japan's iconic landmark Tokyo Tower is illuminated in red on Feb 9, Lunar New Year's Eve, to celebrate the annual Chinese New Year. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Japan's iconic landmark Tokyo Tower is illuminated in red on Feb 9, Lunar New Year's Eve, to celebrate the annual Chinese New Year. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]