Minato Maizuru Chatta Festival
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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
CancelledThe 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
CancelledPart 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
CancelledHeld 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
Daikakuji temple has yet to publish info about this year’s event on their website, so it’s unclear if it …
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Ujicha Ceremony
The home of green tea in Japan, the small town holds a traditional tea-jar opening ceremony on the first Sunday in …
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Ujicha Ceremony
The home of green tea in Japan, the small town holds a traditional tea-jar opening ceremony on the first Sunday in …
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18th Kyoto Intercollegiate Festa
The 18th Intercollegiate Festa is a display organised by the students of Kyoto aimed at bonding with the local community …
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Saiin Kasuga Shrine Festival
A large and popular Fall festival in the heart of Kyoto with traditional parades and performances held annually on the …
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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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Arashiyama Momiji Festival
Celebrate the autumn leaves at this annual festival in one of the most beautiful spots of Kyoto. On the river around …
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Gion Odori
The only of the traditional Kyoto dance performances to take place every year from November 1-10, this is held at the …
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Sake Spring Kyoto 2020
PostponedAs a preventative measure against the spread of COVID-19, this event has been postponed until December (potentially) …
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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 …
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Toka Ebisu Festival
This popular 5 day festival celebrates Ebisu-san, one of the seven lucky Gods of Japanese mythology, responsible for …
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Kayabuki no Sato Snow Lantern Festival
An amazing chance to see a remote, snow-covered thatched village illuminated with hundreds of lanterns.
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Heian Jingu Setsubun
One of the best-known Setsubun festivals in Kyoto, this is a great place to drive away those evil spirits and welcome in …
