Kameoka Hozugawa Fireworks
This festival is as famous for its fireworks as it is the beautiful food stalls which are illuminated at night.
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Fukuchiyama Fireworks
Fukuchiyama’s riverbank fireworks display packs 4,000 bursts into a sharp 33‑minute show. Summer in northern Kyoto gets a little brighter.
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Miyazu Tōrō Nagashi Fireworks
Lantern floating and fireworks make a magical evening in Shimazaki Park near Kyoto.
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Kyoto Sky Lantern Festival
Set off your own glowing, LED-powered lantern into the night sky at this Tanabata celebration. It's easily accessible from Kyoto Station.
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Tōji Temple Flea Market
Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.
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Nijō Castle NAKED Summer Festival 2026
The art collective NAKED are doing what they do best and turning another historical landmark into a fun, festival paradise.
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Umekoji Handicrafts Market
Discover handmade treasures and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto’s Umekoji Handicrafts Market, a monthly gathering of artisans and creators.
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Hassaku Festival
End summer in Kyoto at the Hassaku Festival, Matsuo Taisha’s lively celebration featuring a women-only mikoshi parade.
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Kamigamo Shrine Sumo Festival
Visit Kamigamo Shrine for the sumo wrestling and unique traditional ceremonies.
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Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2026
Proof that Kyoto isn't just about old buildings and tradition.
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Tōji Temple Flea Market
Visit Tōji Temple, one of Kyoto's oldest temples, and explore the bustling Kobo-ichi Market. Held monthly, this vibrant market is an unmissable experience for visitors and locals alike.
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Comb Festival
Old combs and ornate hairpins are honored through ceremonies and a historical hairstyle parade at this Kyoto festival.
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Seimei Festival
Abe no Seimei is immortalized in popular culture, from manga to Yuzuru Hanyu’s Olympic skate. This festival, taking place annually at Kyoto's Seimei Shrine, celebrates his legacy.
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Kyotophonie Borderless Music Festival Autumn 2026
A one-of-a-kind music and food festival with one of Japan's most scenic views.
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Special Autumn Visit to Higashi Honganji Temple
Don’t miss Kyoto's Higashi Honganji Temple light-up this autumn. Enjoy breathtaking displays of ikebana and light, set against the majestic temple’s architecture.
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Umekoji Handicrafts Market
Discover handmade treasures and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at Kyoto’s Umekoji Handicrafts Market, a monthly gathering of artisans and creators.
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Zuiki Festival
Celebrate autumn in Kyoto with the Zuiki Matsuri at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.
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Kangetsu no Yube: Kyoto Full Moon Viewing
Float on a boat in a pond under a clear autumn moon.
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Saiin Kasuga Shrine Festival
A popular fall festival with parades, lantern displays, and food stalls.
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Arashiyama Autumn Fireworks
This short-and-sweet fireworks show takes place in Kyoto. Read on to find out more.
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