Introducing Kyoto sightseeing night viewing & illumination
This time, Night sightseeing in Kyoto featured !
Kyoto So, Nighttime visits and illuminations of the shrine There will be many fascinating events held, such as the ones mentioned above. Even the classic Kyoto sightseeing spots will have a completely different atmosphere if you visit them at night!
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table of contents
- 1 Spots with illuminations and special nighttime viewing
- 2 Recommended shrines that can be visited at night
- 3 Recommended night views and illuminations for night sightseeing in Kyoto
- 4 A spot where you can enjoy Kyoto-style streetscapes
- 5 Let's tour Kyoto at night!
- 6 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Spots with illuminations and special nighttime viewing
Nijo Castle
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In 1603 (Keicho 8)
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It is also the stage where the 15th shogun, Yoshinobu Tokugawa, returned to power.
Nijo Castle is where you can learn about the rise and fall of the Edo period.
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Also houses national treasures and many important cultural properties.
It is a tourist spot with plenty of things to see!
In September 2024 (Reiwa 6),
Honmaru Palace opens to the public for the first time in 18 years
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To commemorate the opening of the Honmaru Palace, the "
Nijo Castle Festival 2024
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Autumn foliage illumination and projection mapping by NAKED
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You can enjoy the fantastic scenery.
Nijo Castle is usually lit up during the spring, summer and autumn seasons.
It is expected to be particularly crowded during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons.
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance and arriving early.
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Honmaru Palace Opening Commemoration NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2024 Autumn Harvest Festival
NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2024 Autumn Harvest Festival, which aims to protect Kyoto's cultural assets, includes a plan with a lantern with your name engraved on it. We are selling a special ticket that allows you to have your name engraved on the lantern that is a familiar decoration for the nighttime events at Nijo Castle. As a special bonus, you will be able to enter the castle without having to wait in line. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the preservation of Kyoto's cultural assets. Please help us to preserve and pass on Japan's cultural assets to the future by decorating Nijo Castle at night with your own personalized light decoration.
NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2024 Autumn Harvest Festival | Ticket with lantern
NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2024 Autumn Harvest Festival admission + lantern tickets are on sale in limited quantities! Your name can be engraved on the lantern that will be installed at the venue! NAKED is selling a very popular special ticket that allows you to have your name engraved on a lantern, a familiar decoration of the World Heritage Site, Nijo Castle. As a bonus, you can enter the venue without having to wait in line. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the preservation of Kyoto's cultural assets. Please help us to decorate Nijo Castle at night with your own personalized light decorations and help preserve and pass on this cultural asset, which is a treasure of Japan, to the future.
| address | 541 Nijo Jomachi, Horikawa Nishiiri, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
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| access | A short walk from Nijojo-mae Station on the Kyoto Municipal Subway |
Recommended activities in the area
Make a keychain using Kyoto twisted tassels. Braid the "kumihimo" like in "Your Name." Choose up to two colors of thread and braid four pieces. Tie the knot in a Kanai knot and attach it to the tassel to finish the keychain. Kanai knot is a type of knot that has long been used in the field of Kyoto kumihimo as a way to make wishes come true. Twisted tassel
Using a technique called "Surikomi Yuzen," you can dye patterns onto handkerchiefs, folding fans, wrapping cloths, book covers, drawstring bags, etc., using stencils and brushes. This is especially recommended for those who want to casually experience Yuzen dyeing as a memento of their trip to Kyoto, or for those who want to enjoy making art with friends.
Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizu Temple
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A temple with a long history, founded in 778 (Hōki 9)
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There are many attractions, such as the Kiyomizu Stage and Otowa Falls, and many tourists from both Japan and abroad visit the area.
At Kiyomizu-dera Temple, the spring, summer and autumn festivals are held every year.
Light up
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The most famous illumination is
A blue pillar of light shining from Kiyomizu-dera Temple into the night sky
This light is "
The Compassionate Light of Kannon Bodhisattva
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The illumination in 2024 (Reiwa 6)
Three times: March 23rd to March 31st, August 14th to 16th, and November 18th to 30th.
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Why not make time in your schedule to come and visit?
| address | Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Shimizu 1-294 |
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| access | 10 minutes walk from Kyoto City Bus "Kiyomizu-michi" |
Recommended activities in the area
This is a great plan for two people to rent kimonos and yukatas for 5,500 yen. For women, hair styling, which usually costs 1,500 yen, is free, so you can dress up your whole body looking cute♪ Even if you are not good at styling your hair yourself, you can leave it to us☆●You can choose your favorite standard kimono and yukata♪ With this plan,
You can enjoy the Japanese sweets experience while wearing a kimono! We have a large selection of kimonos (yukatas) for women, men, and children (reservations can be made for up to 5 people).Both kimono rentals and Japanese sweets experiences are available for children over 5 years old. Recommended for families! [~Price~] Kimono (yukata) rental + Japanese sweets experience 6,545 yen (tax included) Kimono (yukata) rental
Recommended shrines that can be visited at night
Fushimi Inari Shrine
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It is said that the shrine was founded when the god Inari was enshrined there in 711 (4th year of the Wadou era). Since ancient times, it has been worshipped as the god of prosperity in business and bountiful harvests, and many worshippers come to visit.
Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine No admission fee required in, 24-hour worship available We recommend visiting early in the morning or in the evening, as you can avoid the crowds and enjoy a quiet atmosphere.
Visiting the shrine at night creates a mysterious atmosphere that is different from that during the day. There are lights on the approach to the shrine, but it is quite a steep climb to the top, so Please be careful when visiting at night. hey.
| address | 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
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| access | A short walk from JR Inari Station |
Recommended activities in the area
<The Kyoto Mystery Guide teaches you the truth and wonders of Fushimi Inari, Story 1♪> Let's start by finding out! Story 1 is an introduction to Fushimi Inari Taisha♪ What is the Kumatakasha, which has mysterious powers!? The Pond of Traces where lost souls can be found☆ Do you know the proper way to worship at Inari Shrine!? When you worship in the proper way, your mind will feel refreshed! And your body will feel refreshed! From the truth about the Senbon Torii
[Kyoto, Fushimi] Making a rosary bracelet (natural stone)
You can experience traditional Japanese culture at Fushimi Inari in Kyoto. Akaneya is about a 7-minute walk from Fushimi Inari Taisha, famous for its 1,000 torii gates. From small children to grandparents, you can experience various traditional crafts at Akaneya. You can also experience making prayer beads bracelets using natural stones. If you are not good at drawing, you can make prayer beads with your heart and soul.
Yasui Konpira Shrine
Yasui Konpira Shrine (Yasui Konpiragu) is, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City A shrine located in. " Cutting ties "or" marriage Particularly famous for the benefits of It is often talked about on social media and in the media, and attracts many worshippers.
The most famous spot of Yasui Konpiragu Shrine is "
Monument for breaking and making relationships
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It is a large stone about 1.5 meters high and 3 meters wide with a hole in the center.
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Visitors first write their wish on a piece of paper called a katashiro, and then pass through the holes from front to back to sever bad relationships, and then pass through the holes again from back to front to find a good one.
Yasui Konpira Shrine 24-hour worship available You can also pass through the stone monument for breaking off ties and making relationships 24 hours a day.
| address | Kyoto City, Higashiyama Ward, Higashioji Matsubara Agaru Shimobentencho 70 |
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| access | 1 minute walk from Kyoto City Bus "Higashiyama Yasui" |
Recommended activities in the area
At "Kyoto Shippo Hiromi Art Higashiyama Store," you can experience making a piece of "Kyoto Shippo," a designated traditional craft of Kyoto. This plan involves carefully finishing a piece of work using a technique called "wired Shippo." Please choose one item of your choice from a pendant, strap, obi clasp, or brooch.
[Kyoto Gion] "Limited Basic Komon Plan"
A kimono experience in Gion, Kyoto. Everything you need to wear the kimono is included in the plan. Both Chinese and English are available. First-time kimono rental customers and overseas customers need not worry! It is a 0-minute walk from the popular tourist spots of Gion Hanamachi and Chaya District! It is in a great location surrounded by photogenic spots.
Recommended night views and illuminations for night sightseeing in Kyoto
NIDEK Kyoto Tower
" NIDEK Kyoto Tower "teeth, A Kyoto landmark located right in front of Kyoto Station It was built in 1964 (Showa 39) with the motif of a lighthouse that illuminates the city of Kyoto. Kyoto It is the tallest building in Total height: 131m there is.
From the observation deck located 100m above ground, 360 degree panoramic view You can enjoy The observation deck is open until 9pm (last entrance 8:30pm). Highly recommended for those who want to enjoy the night view of Kyoto!
The tower Illuminated from around sunset until midnight The temple is also illuminated in special settings to coincide with Kyoto festivals, holidays, and events.
Reserve your advance admission ticket online for the NIDEK Kyoto Tower Observation Deck in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture! Optional tour reservation service KKday is now selling advance admission tickets for the Kyoto Tower Observation Deck. During the day, you can enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the ancient capital of Kyoto from the observation deck 100 meters above ground, and at night, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the glittering Kyoto nightscape!
| address | Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Shimogyo Ward, Karasuma-dori Shichijo Sagaru Higashishiokojicho 721-1 |
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| access | 2 minutes walk from JR Kyoto Station Central Exit |
Recommended activities in the area
[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Kyoto fan painting experience
You can experience traditional Japanese culture at Kyoto Tower near Kyoto Station. Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sando Branch, which is the most accessible, offers a variety of traditional craft experiences for everyone from small children to grandparents. The finished product made by a professional tailor will be scented with incense and sent to your home.
[Kyoto, Shimogyo Ward] Making a rosary bracelet (natural stone)
You can experience traditional Japanese culture at Kyoto Tower near Kyoto Station. Akaneya Kyoto Tower Sando Branch, which is the most accessible, offers a variety of traditional craft experiences for everyone from small children to grandparents. Experience making a prayer bead bracelet using natural stones. For those who are not good at drawing, you can make prayer beads with your heart and soul.
Kyoto Station
Kyoto The gateway to Kyoto Station A recommended spot for night sightseeing is the large staircase in Kyoto Station Building. The program is conducted throughout the year. Grand Staircase Graphical Illumination Plus ” is.
Of the 171 steps of the grand staircase, Approximately 15,000 LEDs are lit up on 125 tiers, expressing the seasonal scenery typical of Kyoto through light. In addition to standard events such as Halloween and Christmas, there are also events such as the Gion Festival and Gozan no Okuribi, Festival of the Ages Special programs are also available for special occasions.
Also," Skyway ) is also recommended.
The aerial route is A 185m-long aerial corridor connecting the west and east sides of Kyoto Station Building is.
Located on the 10th floor, A location with a panoramic view of the northern streets of Kyoto At night, STAR BRIDGE You can also enjoy the illuminations titled "
| address | Kamadonocho, Higashishiokoji, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
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Recommended activities in the area
At An Kyoto, a Japanese culture experience center located in Karasuma-Gojo, Kyoto, anyone can enjoy experiencing Japanese culture. Why not take your first step into Japanese culture at An Kyoto? We have prepared a variety of fun and educational experience programs for you to enjoy. In the Japanese sweets making experience, you will make two seasonal Japanese sweets per person.
The third installment of the popular Kyoto Maiko program is here! You can meet real Maikos at this price and service! Enjoy Kyoto's traditional restaurant cuisine while watching the Maikos perform Kyomai dance! ●Price 8,950 yen/person *Children over 2 years old will be charged the regular price. ●Seat options SS seats (front row) +2,200 yen S2 seats (second row)
A spot where you can enjoy Kyoto-style streetscapes
Pontocho
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If you want to enjoy the unique townscape and gourmet food,
Pontocho
is recommended.
Pontocho is
One of the five geisha districts of Kyoto
It is a long, narrow street that runs along the Kamo River from one street south of Sanjo-dori to Shijo-dori.
Old-fashioned townhouses line the narrow streets, Traditional Kyoto streetscape You can feel Especially in the evening and at night, Pontocho is lit up and has a very charming atmosphere, so you can enjoy just strolling around.
In Pontocho, Kyoto cuisine, Obanzai, and Kaiseki cuisine There are many restaurants where you can enjoy the authentic taste of Kyoto. From the seats along the river, you can enjoy your meal while looking out over the Kamo River. Summer break Dining on the riverbed is very popular.
| address | Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
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| access | A short walk from Hankyu Railway Kyoto Kawaramachi Station |
Recommended activities in the area
[Kyoto, Kawaramachi] Custom-made fragrance making from Kyoto
[Custom-made fragrance] This is a custom-made fragrance specialty store from Kyoto. We have dozens of fragrances in store depending on the season. From these, customers can choose a few scents that they like. We will actually spray the scent you have chosen onto a mouette to test the scent. There are no restrictions, so please try as many as you like.
This is an experience of sharpening and attaching a handle to a Japanese knife. For those who do not know how to sharpen a knife or are interested in the sharpness of Japanese knives, we will teach you how to sharpen it easily and accurately. In addition to sharpening, you will also attach a handle at the end, and you will be able to take home a sharp, one-of-a-kind knife.
Sanneizaka (Sannenzaka) and Nineizaka (Ninenzaka)
Sanneizaka (Sannenzaka)
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A stone-paved slope on the road leading from Kiyomizu-dera Temple to Yasaka Pagoda (Hokan-ji Temple)
The area is lined with traditional Kyoto townhouses, creating a nostalgic atmosphere.
There are many souvenir shops and cafes, making this a popular walking course for tourists.
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After the sun goes down, the bustle of the daytime area calms down, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely stroll.
View from Sanneizaka
Yasaka Pagoda
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Light up
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The tower is beautifully illuminated and quietly emerges from the darkness.
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It is popular as a typical scene.
| address | Shimizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
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| access | 5 minutes walk from Kyoto City Bus "Gojozaka" |
Recommended activities in the area
Ninenzaka to Sannenzaka is a classic course for dates and girls' trips. This popular spot is what everyone thinks is "Kyoto-like!" Come and enjoy some pottery, something you've always wanted to try!
[Custom-made fragrance] This is a custom-made fragrance specialty store from Kyoto. We have dozens of fragrances in store depending on the season. From these, customers can choose a few scents that they like. We will actually spray the scent you have chosen onto a mouette to test the scent. There are no restrictions, so please try as many as you like.
Let's tour Kyoto at night!
Kyoto night viewing & illuminations, recommended spots for night sightseeing We introduced the following.
Please take a look at this special feature and create a fantastic Kyoto I hope you enjoy your night!
For nighttime viewing and illumination, it is recommended to purchase tickets or make reservations in advance for a smoother experience. That's right!
*The content of this article is current as of October 2024.
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