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SUMMARY:Japanese Ceramics and Pottery market
DESCRIPTION:The annual Himeji Pottery Market brings together pottery makers and ceramic dealers from across Japan\, offering a wide selection of traditional Japanese ceramics. Held at Otemachi Park near Himeji Castle\, the market is a great place to discover renowned pottery styles\, including Kyoto’s Kiyomizu ware\, Arita\, Karatsu\, Shigaraki\, and Imari. Visitors can browse unique handmade pieces and find beautiful ceramics at attractive prices\, making it a must-visit event for pottery lovers and collectors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOtemae Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 〒670-0012 Hyogo\, Himeji\, Honmachi\, 68 \n\n\n\nAccess : 10-minute walk from JR Himeji station \n\n\n\nHours : 10:00 to 17:00
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/japanese-ceramics-and-pottery-market/
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SUMMARY:To-ji Autumn Illumination/ Kyoto
DESCRIPTION:To-ji Temple\, a UNESCO World Heritage Site near JR Kyoto Station\, offers a spectacular autumn night view featuring Kyoto’s iconic five-story pagoda\, a designated National Treasure. During the autumn illumination\, vibrant maple leaves glow against the historic architecture\, while their colorful reflections shimmer across the pond\, creating a breathtaking scene that captures the timeless beauty of Kyoto. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo-ji Temple（東寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 1 Kujo-cho\, Minami-ku\, Kyoto-shi\, Kyoto  \n\n\n\nAccess : 5-minute walk from Toji station on the Kintetsu kyoto line. 15-minute walk from JR Kyoto station  \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen \n\n\n\nLit-up : 18:00 to 21:30
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/to-ji-autumn-illumination-kyoto/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Midosuji Illumination/ Osaka Festival of Lights
DESCRIPTION:Osaka’s iconic Midosuji Avenue comes alive with dazzling illuminations stretching approximately 4 kilometers from Yodoyabashi to Namba. As part of the Osaka Festival of the Lights\, the avenue glows with colorful displays\, creating a spectacular urban winter landscape. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of festive attractions\, including illuminated boat cruises\, fountain displays at the Okawa River port\, and captivating music-and-light shows throughout the city. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOsaka Festival of Lights – Midosuji Illumination\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:00 to 23:00 (until 25:00 on DEC 31) \n\n\n\nAccess :  From all stations between Yodoyabashi station to Namba station on the subway Midosuji Line \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/midosuji-illumination-osaka-festival-of-lights/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261106T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261206T235959
DTSTAMP:20261022T095930Z
CREATED:20191105T072710Z
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SUMMARY:Shoren-in Temple Special Night Visits
DESCRIPTION:Shoren-in Temple transforms into a magical retreat after dark\, with its four exquisite gardens creating a serene and mysterious atmosphere. Visitors can stroll along illuminated pathways surrounded by vibrant autumn foliage\, while the temple’s traditional wooden buildings glow softly under the evening lights. The enchanting nighttime scenery offers a peaceful and unforgettable way to experience Kyoto’s autumn beauty. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShoren-in (青蓮院）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 69-1 Awadaguchi Sanjobocho\, Higashiyama Ward\, Kyoto\, 605-0035 \n\n\n\nAccess : 5-minute walk from Higashiyama station on the subway Tozai line \n\n\n\nBus : Kyoto City bus No. 5\, 46\, and 100 to Jingu-michi bus stop \n\n\n\nLit-up : 18:00 to 22:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/shoren-in-temple-special-night-visits/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261107T183000
DTSTAMP:20260723T083033Z
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SUMMARY:Inagawa Fireworks Festival
DESCRIPTION:Jointly hosted by Ikeda City in Osaka and Kawanishi City in Hyogo\, the Inagawa Fireworks Festival is a breathtaking spectacle spanning the border of both prefectures. The event features around 4\,000 fireworks lighting up the night sky along the Inagawa River\, highlighted by impressive Size-4 (4-go) shells that expand up to 130 meters in diameter. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInagawa Athletic Park\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 2 Chome-8-1782-3 Momozono\, Ikeda\, Osaka 563-0045\, Japan \n\n\n\nAccess : Ikeda station or Kawanishi Noseguchi station on Hankyu Railway (10mins walk)\, Kawanishi Ikeda station on JR (15mins walk)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/inagawa-fireworks-festival/
CATEGORIES:Fireworks
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SUMMARY:Ishiyama-dera Temple Autumn Color Illumination Event/ Shiga
DESCRIPTION:Ishiyama-dera Temple is a spectacular autumn destination\, where approximately 2\,000 maple trees display brilliant seasonal colors. During the autumn illumination\, the vibrant foliage is beautifully lit\, creating a magical atmosphere around the temple’s National Treasure buildings. Visitors can experience the enchanting beauty of traditional Japanese architecture framed by glowing red and golden maple leaves. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIshiyama-dera Temple（石山寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 〒520-0861 Shiga Prefecture\, Otsu\, Ishiyamadera\, １−１−1  \n\n\n\nAccess : 10mins walk from Keihan Ishiyamadera station  \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:30 to 21:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 800 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/ishiyama-dera-temple-autumn-color-illumination-event-shiga/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Maple tree garden illumination at Kitano-Tenmangu Shrine/ Kyoto
DESCRIPTION:Kitano Tenmangu Shrine opens its beautiful maple garden to visitors during the peak of Kyoto’s autumn foliage season\, offering a breathtaking nighttime illumination. A stunning canopy of colorful maple leaves welcomes visitors\, while the illuminated main shrine creates a striking contrast against the vibrant autumn colors. From the garden’s observatory\, enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the glowing foliage and historic shrine buildings. Admission includes a cup of Japanese green tea and a traditional snack\, adding a delightful touch to this seasonal experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKitano Tenman-gu（北野天満宮）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Bakurocho\, Kamigyo Ward\, Kyoto\, 602-8386  \n\n\n\nAccess : Kyoto City Bus number 50 or 101 from JR Kyoto station to Kitano Tenmangumae \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1500 yen \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:30 to 20:00
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/maple-tree-garden-illumination-at-kitano-tenmangu-shrine/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261114T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261115T235959
DTSTAMP:20261022T094215Z
CREATED:20191105T080956Z
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SUMMARY:Nariai-ji Temple autumn illumination/ Kyoto
DESCRIPTION:Nariai-ji Temple\, one of the 33 temples on the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage\, is located in Miyazu\, north of the scenic Amanohashidate. For just two days\, its magnificent five-story pagoda and vibrant autumn foliage are illuminated\, creating a breathtaking view. If you’re visiting Amanohashidate\, don’t miss this rare seasonal spectacle. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNariai-ji（成相寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 339 Nariaiji\, Miyazu\, Kyoto 629-2241 \n\n\n\nAccess : Direct Hashidate limited expresses run four times a day and connect JR Kyoto Station to Amanohashidate in 106 minutes (¥4\,310).  Japan Rail Pass \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:20 to 21:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/nariai-ji-temple-autumn-illumination/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Evening illumination at Hiyoshi-Taisha/ Shiga
DESCRIPTION:The leaves of 3000 maples and other trees color the vast precincts of Hiyoshi Taisha beyond its torii gate. The magnificent main building exists in harmony with the great nature surrounding it\, and the shrine is well known as a place to enjoy truly resplendent fall colors. During the fall season\,  festivities include a tea ceremony\, traditional plays and evening illumination of the trees. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHiyoshi Taisha Shrine（日吉大社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Japan\, 〒520-0113 Shiga-ken\, Ōtsu-shi\, Sakamoto\, 5 Chome−1−1  \n\n\n\nAccess : 10-minute walk from Sakamoto station on the Keihan Sakamoto  line. 20-minute walk from Hieizan Sakamoto station on the JR Kosei line.  \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:00 to 20:30 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free for the lit up area
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/evening-illumination-at-hiyoshi-taisha/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Minoo Momiji Festival / Osaka
DESCRIPTION:Minoo Park transforms into a magical autumn wonderland during the annual Minoo Momiji Festival. Vibrant fall foliage illuminates the walking trail from the station to Minoo Waterfall\, while the Phoenix Pavilion of Ryuan-ji Temple glows beautifully under the evening lights. Visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the waterfalls\, temples\, and colorful maple trees in a completely different atmosphere after dark. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMinoo Park（箕面公園）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 1 Minookōen\, Minoo\, Osaka 562-0002 \n\n\n\nAccess : Take the Hankyu Takarazuka line from Umeda station (JR Osaka station) to Ishibashi station (15 minutes). Change platforms here for the train to Minoh (5 minutes) 270 yen. About 40-minute walk to the waterfalls. \n\n\n\nLit-up : Sunset to 21:30 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/minoo-momiji-festival-osaka/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20261207T235959
DTSTAMP:20261022T094757Z
CREATED:20191105T081152Z
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SUMMARY:Tanzan Jinja Shrine Autumn Lit Up
DESCRIPTION:Tanzan Jinja Shrine is renowned for its spectacular autumn foliage\, with around 3\,000 maple trees illuminated in brilliant seasonal colors. The enchanting nighttime scenery features a distinctive 13-story pagoda and a wooden terrace adorned with traditional lanterns\, creating a magical atmosphere that beautifully blends nature and Japanese heritage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTanzan Jinja（談山神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 319 Tonomine\, Sakurai\, Nara \n\n\n\nAccess : There is a direct bus from Sakurai station on the JR Manyo-Mahoroba line\, and the Kintetsu Osaka line to Tanzan Jinja (25-minute\, 490 Yen\, 8-10 buses a day) \n\n\n\nLit-up : Sunset to 20:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 700 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/tanzan-jinja-shrine-autumn-lit-up/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Koko-en Garden Autumn Lit-up / Hyogo
DESCRIPTION:Located beside the famous Himeji Castle\, Koko-en Garden features nine traditional Japanese gardens inspired by the Edo period. In autumn\, the garden transforms into a spectacular display of vibrant foliage. After sunset\, illuminated maple trees create a magical atmosphere\, offering visitors a breathtaking view unlike anything seen during the day. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKoko-en Garden（好古園）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 68 Honmachi\, Himeji\, Hyogo 670-0012 \n\n\n\nAccess : 15-minute walk from JR Himeji station on JR Sanyo line.  \n\n\n\nHours : Sunset to 20:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 400 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/koko-en-garden-autumn-lit-up-hyogo/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTAMP:20261022T092247Z
CREATED:20191105T081419Z
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SUMMARY:Daigo-ji Temple Autumn Illumination
DESCRIPTION:Daigo-ji Temple in Yamashina opens for special nighttime visits\, showcasing its stunning autumn illuminations. Visitors can admire vibrant red maple leaves and the enchanting Benten-do Hall glowing against the night sky. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDaigo-ji Temple（醍醐寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAccess : 10-munite walk from Daigo station on the Kyoto Shiei Subway Tozai Line  \n\n\n\nAddress : 15 Daigogarancho\, Fushimi Ward\, Kyoto\, Kyoto Prefecture 601-1324\, Japan \n\n\n\nLit-up : 18:00 to 20:50 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1500 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/daigo-ji-temple-autumn-illumination/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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