How does the world welcome the New Year?
Tokyo, Japan
In the Japanese tradition, New Year’s Eve is usually spent at home quietly with families. However, the younger generation have embraced the day by going to outdoor countdown events.
The Shibuya Crossing countdown event will be held for a second year, and a video will be broadcast on the large digital billboards surrounding the crossing with special photo booths for event-goers to get their commemorative photos.
Singapore
In Singapore, this year’s countdown celebration will involve more landmarks, while a symphony of light and sound is expected to illuminate the waterfront skyline, according to AFP.
Large-scale light projection shows and firework displays are expected to turn the Marina Bay and Civic District into a big stage, and the shows will last until midnight with nearby traffic closed down.
