Written by Alexandra Ziminski
The art collective NAKED are doing what they do best and turning another historical landmark into a fun, festival paradise.
What happens?
Similar to the spring event held at Nijō Castle, there will be projection mapping, illuminations, and explanations in five languages. There will be a summer theme throughout, with virtual fireworks and traditional festival food stalls.
The last entry is 9:20 p.m.
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Tickets 2025
Adult tickets are ¥1,800 for regular tickets (Mon. to Thu.), and ¥2,200 on Fridays, weekends, and holidays.
Late
Jul
~
Late Aug
NAKED夏まつり
¥1,400 – ¥2,200
- 357 m from Nijōjō-mae Station Tōzai Line (T14)
- 0.6 km from Nijō Station Tōzai Line (T15)Sagano Line (E4)
- 1.1 km from Marutamachi Station Karasuma Line (K7)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 35 ºC
Low: 26 ºC
