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Higashiyama Hanatouro

An in-depth look at Kyoto's early spring tradition, "Kyoto Higashiyama Hanatouro - 2022"! Don't miss the last sparkle of the festival!

Friday, March 04, 2022 - Sunday, March 13, 2022
18:00 - 21:30 (rain or shine)
Higashiyama area (Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture)

Kyoto Hanatouro", which decorates the streets of Kyoto with "lights" and "flowers", started in 2003 in the Higashiyama area and in 2005 in the Saga and Arashiyama areas. The Higashiyama Hanatouro will be the last event of its kind to be held this year.
During the festival period from March 4 (Fri.) to 13 (Sun.), 2022, there will be special viewing and lighting up at Seiren-in, Kiyomizu-dera, and other sightseeing spots in the Higashiyama area, as well as magnificent and beautiful ikebana arrangements and light-based artworks by artists. Enjoy the final glow of the "Kyoto Hanatouro" to your heart's content.
This article provides an overview of "Higashiyama Hanatouro".

*The content of the event is subject to change depending on the situation. For details, please contactOfficial sitePlease check the

1.Lights and Flowers Interweave to Create a Warm and Elegant Stroll along the Higashiyama Hanatouro in Kyoto - 2022

The Higashiyama townscape is enveloped in a magical atmosphere as ikebana works of magnificent beauty are displayed along the walkway, which is lit by the warmth of the open-air paper lanterns.
Enjoy the special scenery unique to the Higashiyama Hanatouro, where "lights" and "flowers" are woven together.

Higashiyama Hanatouro

Lights and Flowers Road
The "lights" of the open-air lanterns with rich shades of Japanese sentiment and the "flowers" of the voluminous ikebana artwork create a sense of volume. Please enjoy the warmth of the light from the open-air lanterns as you stroll along the path.

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ikebana promenade
With the cooperation of the Kyoto Ikebana Association, large ikebana works will be displayed at 10 locations along the Lights and Flowers Road.
First Semester Exhibition / Monday, March 7 - Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Late Exhibition / March 9 (Wed) - 13 (Sun)

Higashiyama Hanatouro

Contemporary Ikebana Exhibition
With the cooperation of the Kyoto Ikebana Association, a total of 16 works from the first and second exhibitions will be presented in a spectacular flower arrangement competition.
First half of the exhibition: March 4 (Fri.)-8 (Tue.)
Late Exhibition / March 9 (Wed) - 13 (Sun)
Location/In Maruyama Park

2.Information on special viewing, opening and lighting up of temples and shrines during "Higashiyama Hanatouro".

During the "Higashiyama Hanatouro" period, temples and shrines in the area, such as Seiren-in Temple and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, will be open for special viewing and illuminated at the same time. Temples and shrines beautifully illuminated at night in the Higashiyama area will have a different charm from the usual.

Higashiyama Hanatouro

Ise Shrine
seal of approval
69-1 Sanjobo-cho, Awataguchi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Tel. 075-561-2345
Daytime admission/9:00-16:30 (registration closed), Admission/500 yen for adults, 400 yen for junior high and high school students, 200 yen for elementary school students
Special nighttime viewing/18:00-21:30 (registration closed), Admission/800 yen for adults, 400 yen for elementary, junior high and high school students.
*Some locations are open for photography.
http://www.shorenin.com/

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Entokuin temple
nursery school
530 Kodaiji Shimogawaramachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Tel. 075-525-0101
Daytime visit / 10:00-17:00 (no changeover)
Special nighttime viewing / 17:00 - 21:30 (closed at the end of the day)
Admission: 500 yen for adults, 200 yen for junior high and high school students (day and night)
https://www.kodaiji.com/entoku-in/

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The front of the building has been changed this year due to the construction of a small hall.

Kodaiji Temple
Koudaiji
526 Shimogawara-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Tel.075-561-9966
Daytime visit/9:00-17:00 (no changeover)
Special nighttime viewing / March 4 (Fri.) - May 5 (Thu., national holiday) 17:00 - 21:30 (registration closed)
Admission: Adults 600 yen, Junior high and high school students 250 yen (day and night)
https://www.kodaiji.com/

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Hokan Temple
Orion's belt
388 Kiyomizu Yasakaue-cho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Tel. 075-551-2417
Regular visit / 10:00-15:00 *No nighttime visit
Entrance fee: Adults 400 yen (no admission for elementary school students and younger)

Higashiyama Hanatouro

Kiyomizu Temple
Kiyomizudera
1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Tel.075-551-1234
Daytime visit/6:00-18:00 (varies according to the season)
Special nighttime viewing/18:00-21:00 (closed at the end of the day)
Admission: 400 yen for adults, 200 yen for elementary and junior high school students (day and night)
https://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp

3.Let's enjoy "Higashiyama Hanatouro" more through Kyoto-like events!

The creative company "NAKED, INC." will exhibit participatory light artworks, and other events unique to the "Higashiyama Hanatouro" will also be highlighted.

Higashiyama Hanatouro

NAKED, INC.×RITSUMEIKAN Higashiyama Suikou Tour
Creative company NAKED, INC. and students of Mochizuki Seminar, Faculty of Film and New Media, Ritsumeikan University collaborated. Participatory art works of light will be exhibited around the garden of Akusu. Join the art and enjoy the production.
https://naked.co.jp/

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Aromatic Walkway
Please enjoy five different types of incense scented with images of flowers and grasses at the venue. In addition, the same incense as one of them will be lit in Kodaiji Park. If you can guess which one it is, you will receive an original gift.
*The number of original gifts is limited.
Shoeido Incense Shop
Location】Aokasu no Niwa, Maruyama Park, Yasaka Shrine, Kodaiji Temple, Shinpukuji Temple

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ARTISTS' FAIR KYOTO 2022
ARTISTS' FAIR KYOTO 2022" will be held on March 5 (Sat.) and 6 (Sun.) at the main venue (Kyoto Culture Museum and Kyoto Shimbun Building, B1F). During the Higashiyama Hanatouro (flower lantern festival), exhibitions by top artists from Japan and abroad will be simultaneously held at Kiyomizu-dera Temple, a World Heritage site. The artworks on display next to the West Gate and Niomon Gate will be lit up at night. Please enjoy the different impression of the artworks from the daytime. *Part of the exhibition will be charged.
Period / March 5 (Sat) - March 13 (Sun)
Hours/18:00-21:30 (10:00-17:00)
https://www.artists-fair.kyoto/

Higashiyama Hanatouro, Kyoto - 2022

  • Higashiyama area (Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture)
  • Friday, March 04, 2022 - Sunday, March 13, 2022 18:00 - 21:30 (rain or shine)
  • Fee/Participation is free of charge ※Special admission to temples and shrines is not included.

  • Located near Higashiyama Subway Station, Gion-Shijo Station on Keihan Line, and Kawaramachi Station on Hankyu Line
  • https://hanatouro.kyoto.travel/higashiyama/index.html
*Please note that the information contained herein is subject to change without notice.
*Since this site uses automatic translation, the translation may differ from the original Japanese content.

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