FESTIVALS IN KYOTO
Various lively festivals take place throughout the four seasons in Kyoto showcasing traditional Japanese culture. Come and explore Japanese culture and heritage to be part of something beautiful.
TOP FESTIVALS IN KYOTO
A variety of festivals take place in Kyoto every year to celebrate the city's culture. From traditional performances to bright pink cherry blossoms and firework displays, Kyoto has something for you!
The Gion Matsuri Festival is one of the exciting events in Kyoto celebrated in the month of July where locals and tourists celebrate on the streets wearing yukata and robes to celebrate the city's culture.
The Minato Maizuru Chatta Festival features fireworks launched from a ship in the bay. Visitors can enjoy the view by sitting alongside the beach. The festival also features local traditional dances and takes place in July.
Every November, the Arashiyama Momiji Festival attracts visitors from across the globe to witness the beautiful red maple leaves in the Arashiyama district of Kyoto.
The Oukasai Cherry Blossoms Festival is a beautiful spring celebration held at the Hirano Shrine every year on April 10th. The festival showcases beautiful cherry blossoms that bloom in the spring.