An illumination system that makes it possible to generate light with less
color irregularity with a simple structure while restraining the increase
of size is provided. A tube-shaped reflector having a tube-shaped wall
whose inner surface is reflective is provided. The wall includes an
aperture extending along a longitudinal axis of the reflector. In the
reflector, plural sets of LEDs are arranged, where colors of light to be
emitted from the LEDs in each set are different (for example, red, green,
or blue LEDs are used for each set). The LEDs in each set are arranged
along the longitudinal axis of the reflector to form a linear light
source. A collecting lens is fixed to the reflector in such a way as to
fill the aperture of the reflector.