The best events in Kyoto

A lot happens in Kyoto during the year, from Gion Festival and temple illuminations to cosplay events.
There are so many events it might be difficult to keep track, but luckily for you Sharing Kyoto can help you!

What’s happening in Kyoto

List of Canceled Kyoto Events due to the Coronavirus for March & April

In this article, we look at which March and April events were canceled in Kyoto due to the outbreak of the coronavirus.

The 3 absolute must-go night cherry blossom illumination events in Kyoto!

Erika tells you about the three night cherry blossom events in Kyoto she likes the best!

Top Kyoto events you just have to go in May and June

Coming to Kyoto in May or June? Then you have to check out these events that bring out the best of Kyoto!

The beginning summer in Kyoto is fun too! Traditional festivals of Kyoto in May

The weather is getting warmer, and many traditional festivals and events await you in Kyoto!

Up for some ice-cold beverages? Summers in Kyoto may be hot, but these five early-summer events are extremely refreshing!

Kyoto’s summers are hot already in May, but these five events offer a chance for you to feel refreshed in this old capital city of Japan!

Kyoto’s best events by month

Unforgettable events in Kyoto

The most interesting temple flea markets of Kyoto

There are flea markets at Kyoto’s temples and parks every day. From antiques to handicrafts, I’m going to introduce 5 markets where you can try to find treasures.

5 events in Kyoto where you get to see geisha

There are many events in Kyoto where you can see beautiful maiko and geisha. I have five events, from ones where you can see maiko dance to ones where you can drink beer with them!

4 events for 4 seasons!

There are 4 seasons in Japan, and here are the 4 best events for each season in Kyoto!

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Upcoming events in Kyoto

Kodai-ji Temple’s Special Night Entrance

Enjoy the beautiful illuminations and projection mapping show during the Special Night Entrance at Kodai-ji Temple

Kyokusui no Utage

Poets write tanka poems in a beautiful garden in an elegant event

Fujinomori Matsuri

Fujinomori Matsuri held at Fujinomori Shrine is a chance to see riders show their exquisite skills on horseback

Kitano Tenmangu Aomomiji Festival

See the beautiful green maple leaves at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

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Writer’s blog

Slip back in time to the Heian Period at Kyoto’s magnificent Aoi Matsuri Festival! [2019]

Erika and Vanessa's cherry blossom viewing at Daigo-ji Temple!

Boating in early summer in Kyoto! Half a day in Fushimi with a boat cruise on Fushimi Jikkokubune!

Okasai Festival experience at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine

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