Events in Kyoto
There are various traditional events in Kyoto, each with different seasons.
Here are some of the typical Kyoto events.
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My personal recommendation for Cherry blossoms in Kyoto
Around the second week of April
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My personal recommendation for autumn leaves in Kyoto
Mid to Late November
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Kyo-mai, traditional Japanese dance
April 1 ~ 30
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Aoi Matsuri Festival
May 15
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Gion Matsuri Festival Yoiyama
July 14 ~ 16, July 21 ~ 23
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Gion Matsuri Festival Yamahoko-Junko
July 17, July 24
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Tanabata Festival in Kyoto
First of August to Middle of August
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Jidai Matsuri Festival
October 22
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Kurama Fire Festival
October 22
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Snowy scene In Kyoto
January to February
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Hina Matsuri Festival
March 3
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Mitarashi Ritual
about July 23 to July 31
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The bonfire of 5 mountains in Kyoto (Dai-monji)
August 16
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Floating Lanterns at Togetsu-kyo bridge in Arashiyama
August 16
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Kaomise of Kabuki
November 30 ~ Decemer 26
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Okera Mairi
Night of December 31
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Toll Joya-no-Kane
23:30 of December 31 to midnight of January 1
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Hatsu-Moude
January 1 ~ 3
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Setsubun Festival
Febrary 3
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Plum Blossom Festival at Kitano-Tenmangu shrine
February 25