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SUMMARY:Entoku-in Spring illumination
DESCRIPTION:Entoku-in\, a sub-temple of Kodai-ji\, is located along Nene no Michi street. The garden in the North Shoin\, believed to have been moved from the front garden of Fushimi Castle\, is beautifully illuminated. The lighting casts dramatic shadows on the large rocks\, giving the garden a grand\, stately atmosphere. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntoku-in（圓徳院）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 530 Shimokawara-cho\, Kodai-ji\, Higashiyama-ku \n\n\n\nAccess : 15-minute walk from Gion-Shijo station on the Keihan main line. \n\n\n\nBus from Kyoto station : Kyoto city Bus No. 206 to Higashiyama Yasui Bus Stop\, 5-minute walk from there. \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:00 to 22:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 500 yen \n\n\n\nOfficial HP : Entoku-in Temple (kodaiji.com)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/entoku-in-spring-illumination/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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SUMMARY:Kodai-ji Temple Special illumination in Spring
DESCRIPTION:Kodai-ji Temple is closely associated with Nene\, the wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. During the spring nighttime viewing\, a vivid light projection illuminates the Hojo garden\, creating a stunning fusion of history and modern artistry. \n\n\n\nFrom mid-March to early May each year\, Kodai-ji Temple’s buildings and stages are specially illuminated after dark. Its beautifully landscaped gardens and graceful weeping cherry trees create a truly magical atmosphere for visitors. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKodai-ji Temple（高台寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 526 Shimokawaracho\, Higashiyama Ward\, Kyoto\, 605-0825 \n\n\n\nAccess : 20-minute walk from Gion Shijo station on the Keihan main line.20-minute walk from Kawaramachi station on the Hankyu line.5-minute walk from Kyoto city bus stop Higashiyama-Yasui. \n\n\n\nLit-up : 17:00 to 22:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 800 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/kodai-ji-temple-special-illumination-in-spring/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260412T235959
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SUMMARY:To-ji Temple Spring Illumination
DESCRIPTION:Kyoto’s iconic five-story pagoda at To-ji Temple is beautifully illuminated during cherry blossom season\, just a short distance from JR Kyoto Station. \n\n\n\nThe over 130-year-old Fuji-zakura (weeping cherry tree) and the pagoda are lit up at night\, creating a magical atmosphere. Many other cherry trees\, including those around Hyouryoke Pond\, are also illuminated\, enhancing the scene. \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\nLit-up : 18:30 to 21:30 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen \n\n\n\nOfficial HP : 拝観のご案内｜東寺 – 世界遺産 真言宗総本山 教王護国寺 (toji.or.jp)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/https-2ponderful-com-calendar-to-ji-temple-spring-illumination/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260319T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260419T235959
DTSTAMP:20260409T114026
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SUMMARY:Nijo Castle Sakura Festival
DESCRIPTION:Within Nijo Castle‘s grounds\, there are approximetaly 300 cherry trees of late blooming varieties in a cherry orchard. The special night illumination is on during the bloom. \n\n\n\nSpring at Nijo Castle\, where 300 cherry trees of about 50 varieties bloom. The castle and its buildings are fantastically lit up during the annual spring illumination\, and various events are also held. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNijo Castle（二条城）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 541 Nijojocho\, Nakagyo Ward\, Kyoto\, 604-8301 \n\n\n\nAccess : 10-minute walk from Nijo station on the JR Sanin line \n\n\n\nLit-up : 18:00 – 22:00 (last entry time 21:00) \n\n\n\nAdmission : 2000 yen ( 1600 yen on weekdays) \n\n\n\nOfficial HP : 二条城 世界遺産・元離宮二条城 (kyoto.lg.jp)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/nijo-castle-sakura-festival/
CATEGORIES:Illuminations
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260320T000000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260415T235959
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SUMMARY:Sakura viewing boat ride at Okazaki canal
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 25-minute boat cruise\, immersing yourself in the vibrant spring greenery and cherry blossoms. The Okazaki Canal\, located just outside Heian-jingu Shrine\, connects the Lake Biwa Canal network with the Kamogawa River. Cherry trees line the canal along Reisen Street\, stretching all the way to Nanzen-ji Temple\, creating a picturesque scene throughout the journey. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOkazaki Canal（岡崎疎水）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Nanzenji Kusakawacho\, Sakyo Ward\, Kyoto\, 606-8437 \n\n\n\nBoarding Point : Boats leave from the pier opposite Kyoto zoo on Niomon street. \n\n\n\nHours : The boat departs every 15 minutes from 9:30 to 16:30 pm.  \n\n\n\nLink : https://kyoto-tabi.or.jp/tour/250320jfj/
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/sakura-viewing-boat-ride-at-okazaki-canal/
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SUMMARY:Hirano Jinja Cherry Blossom illumination
DESCRIPTION:Hirano Shrine has been a renowned cherry blossom viewing destination since the late Heian period. The grounds feature around 400 cherry trees of approximately 50 different varieties\, including the iconic Somei-Yoshino\, allowing visitors to enjoy the blossoms for about a month each year. During the season\, the cherry garden and shrine grounds are illuminated with atmospheric lanterns\, creating a magical evening experience. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHirano Jinja Shrine（平野神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 1 Hirano Miyamotochō\, Kita-ku\, Kyōto-shi\, Kyōto-fu 603-8322 \n\n\n\nAccess : 5-minute walk from Kitano-tenmangu Shrine \n\n\n\nHours : Sunset to 21:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 500 yen
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/hirano-jinja-cherry-blossom-illumination/
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SUMMARY:Rurikoin Spring Special Viewing
DESCRIPTION:Rurikoin Temple is open to visitors only during special seasonal viewing periods in spring\, summer\, and autumn. \n\n\n\nThe temple is renowned for its iconic view from the second floor of the Shoin building\, where colorful autumn leaves are framed by an open window. Their vivid hues are beautifully reflected on a polished black lacquer table\, creating a breathtaking scene. In spring\, the fresh green maple leaves offer an equally captivating sight. This unique reflection is known as “Yuka Momiji” (“yuka” meaning floor and “momiji” meaning maple in Japanese). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRurikoin（瑠璃光院）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 55 Kamitakano Higashiyama\, Sakyō-ku\, Kyōto-shi\, Kyōto-fu 601-1255 \n\n\n\nAccess : A short walk from Yase-Hieizan-guchi station on the Eizan main line. \n\n\n\nFrom Osaka Take the Keihan Main Line to Demachi-yanagi Station and then transfer to the Eizan Main Line. \n\n\n\nHours : 10:00 to 17:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 2\,000 yen (Students 1\,000 yen\, Children under 12 years old are free)
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/rurikoin-spring-special-viewing/
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SUMMARY:Beautiful azalea gardens at Mimuroto-ji Temple
DESCRIPTION:Mimuroto-ji Temple\, often called the “Temple of Flowers\,” is a scenic highlight in Uji. In spring\, visitors can admire around 20\,000 azaleas and 1\,000 rhododendrons in full bloom\, creating a vibrant display across its beautifully landscaped gardens. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMimuroto-ji Temple（三室戸寺）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : Shigatani-21 Todo\, Uji\, Kyoto 611-0013 \n\n\n\nHours : 08:30 to 15:40 \n\n\n\nAdmission : 1000 yen \n\n\n\nAccess : the easiest way is to take the Keihan Uji line from Chushojima to Mimurodo station. The temple is a 15-minute walk. Exit the station left\, cross the tracks and keep walking straight. \n\n\n\nBus : Alternatively\, there is the hourly 43 bus to the temple from JR Uji station or Keihan Uji station (20 minutes\, 210 yen).
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/beautiful-azalea-gardens-at-mimuroto-ji-temple/
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SUMMARY:Fujinomori Matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Fujinomori Matsuri (藤森祭) is held annually from May 1 to May 5 at Fujinomori Shrine. During the festival\, the shrine grounds come alive with lively food stalls\, traditional mikoshi (portable shrines) processions\, powerful Japanese drum performances\, and a vibrant samurai parade. \n\n\n\nThe highlight of the festival is the “kakeuma-shinji\,” an acrobatic horseback riding ritual with over 1\,200 years of history. Originally performed as a prayer for victory in battle and the safe return of samurai\, this thrilling spectacle features skilled riders demonstrating daring stunts atop galloping horses—an unforgettable display of tradition and bravery. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFujinomori Shrine（藤森神社）\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAddress : 609 Fukakusa Toriizakicho\, Fushimi Ward\, Kyoto\, 612-0864 \n\n\n\nHours : 9:00 to 17:00 \n\n\n\nAdmission : Free \n\n\n\nAccess : 6-minute walk from Sumizome station on the Keihan line or 10-minute walk from JR sumizome station on the Nara line. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n9:00 to 16:00 on MAY 5 Procession of four portable shrines and samurai parade through the towns.\n\n\n\n13:00\, and 15:00 “Kakeuma-shinji” in the shrine precincts on MAY 5.
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/fujinomori-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260515T100000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Tokyo:20260515T160000
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SUMMARY:Aoi Matsuri Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Aoi Matsuri is one of the most important annual rituals for both Shimogamo Shrine and Kamigamo Shrine. With over 1\,400 years of continuous history\, it dates back to the Heian period and remains a cherished tradition in modern Kyoto. \n\n\n\nThe festival’s highlight is the “Roto no Gi\,” an elegant Heian-style procession featuring around 500 participants dressed in exquisite ancient court attire and traditional makeup. The parade follows an approximately 8-kilometer route through central Kyoto\, beginning at the Kyoto Imperial Palace and proceeding to Shimogamo and Kamigamo Shrines. \n\n\n\n\n\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAoi Matsuri Schedule\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKyoto Gosho 10:30 → Marutamachi-dori→ Kawaramachi-dori→ Shimogamo Jinja Arrive 11:40 and Depart 14:20　→ Kamigamo Jinja Arrive 15:30(Time stated above will be sometimes a little behind schedule.) \n\n\n\nSee More Detail
URL:https://2ponderful.com/calendar/aoi-matsuri-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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