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Kyoto autumn nighttime illumination events

Overview

Kyoto has scheduled several nighttime illumination events for late 2026.

In the Arashiyama district, the Tsukidoro light festival is set to run from September 30 to November 8, 2026. The event features lanterns crafted by local residents, fog installations, and a bamboo corridor designed to transform the bamboo forest into a nocturnal experience. The festival area includes both free-access and paid sections.

Additionally, Toji Temple has announced autumn foliage night illuminations running from October 31 to December 13, 2026. The event allows visitors to view approximately 200 illuminated maple trees and the reflection of the five-story pagoda in the Hyotan-ike pond. Special nighttime access is also provided to the National Treasure Kando and the Important Cultural Property Kodo to view the ‘Three-Dimensional Mandala’.

Entities

Kyoto · Ukyo · Central Japan Railway Company · Kobo Daishi Kukai · Toji Temple

Timeline

  1. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Arashiyama Bamboo Forest to host Tsukidoro light festival in 2026

    The Arashiyama Tsukidoro light festival will illuminate Kyoto's Arashiyama Bamboo Forest from September 30 to November 8, 2026, featuring light objects, fog effects, and locally crafted lanterns.

  2. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Toji Temple announces 2026 autumn foliage night illuminations

    Toji Temple in Kyoto will host autumn foliage night illuminations and special temple viewings from October 31 to December 13, 2026.

Sources

ad-hoc-news.de · blog.kanko.jp · it-boltwise.de · yokohama-kanazawakanko.com