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Heian Jingu Reisai Festival
As a preventative measure against the spread of COVID-19, the events on the 16th have been cancelled, but those on the …
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Miyako Odori
As a preventative measure against the spread of COVID-19, this event has been cancelled. A performance by Maiko and …
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Yabusame Shinji
A horseback archery display between the trees, this is an impressive feat of skill on show in Kyoto once a year. Taking …
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Kankame-Inari Festival
Located at a shrine which alas, does not exist on google maps, this is a very small local festival but has plenty of …
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Aoi Matsuri
Also known as the Hollyhock Festival, this is one of the city’s biggest events and is a great chance to see …
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Kamogawa Odori
Featuring the dancers of the Pontocho area, this show has it’s own specially-built theater just off Pontocho …
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Sake Spring Kyoto 2020
Approximately 50 sake brewers from around Japan will be serving 150 different varieties of nihonshu along with food from …
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Minato Maizuru Chatta Festival
An annual festival taking place on the final weekend of July, this event finishes with a display of fireworks launched …
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2020 Gion Festival
The Gion Matsuri (Gion Festival) is a month-long festival that takes place in Kyoto in July each year. The name comes …
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Kameoka Hozugawa River Firework Display
Part of the annual peace festival, this display is as famous for its fireworks as it is the beautiful food stalls which …
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Gozan no Okuribi
The locals call it Daimonji, the celebration during the height of the O-bon festival where the city’s surrounding …
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Miyazu Toro Nagashi Fireworks
Held on in the beautiful Amanohashidate area, this event features lantern floating and fireworks for a magical evening …
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Kiyomizu Temple Seiryu-e Dragon Festival (Autumn)
This festival at the beautiful Kiyomizu temple features a colourful dance/procession through the neighbourhood of the …
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Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2020
The Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair is more proof that Kyoto isn’t just about old buildings and tradition. …
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Kangetsu no Yube: Full Moon Viewing
Continuing a tradition that has taken place at Osawa Pond next to Daikakuji since the Heian era, this event gives you …
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17th Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa
The 17th Intercollegiate Festa is a display organised by the students of Kyoto aimed at bonding with the local community …
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Kurama no Hi Matsuri
Bonfires, torches, shrines and gods are all out in the streets for this vibrant Kyoto festival. Taking place in Kurama, …
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Jidai Matsuri: Kyoto’s Historical Parade
Want to see a slice of Japanese history? The Jidai Matsuri—”Festival of Ages”—is one of …
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Gion Odori
The only of the traditional Kyoto dance performances to take place in Autumn, this is held at the Gion Kaikan near …
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Kyoto Arashiyama Hanatouro – Illuminations
The quiet streets of Arashiyama and Sagano will be beautifully lit each evening, allowing you to explore the traditional …
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ROHM Illumination
This is Kyoto’s largest illumination with over 860,000 lights and some stunning spaces. Highlights include the …
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Okera Mairi: Old Year’s Eve at Yasaka-jinja Shrine
Want to ensure peace and prosperity for 2020? Head to Kyoto’s Yasaka Shrine on the 31st of December for the Okera …
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Nijo-jo Castle Garden Special Opening
Usually only view-able from the stone foundation of the former castle keep, the Castle gardens are being opened to …
