Through Wednesday, January 7, 2026, the “Travel Bento Festival: Popular Station Bentos from Across Japan and Hokkaido Delicacies” is being held at [Ekimaru à la Mode JR Kyoto Station West Exit Store] (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture), located outside the ticket gates at the West Exit of JR Kyoto Station. In addition to a diverse selection of approximately 70 popular ekiben from across the country, the Hokkaido Delicacies Corner features everything from Hokkaido staples to limited-edition souvenirs—perfect accompaniments for your rail journey. Come to Kyoto Station to enjoy ekiben from all over Japan and Hokkaido gourmet treats all in one place.

Date and Time: Through Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 9:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
*Closes at 8:00 p.m. on the final day only
*Quantities are limited.

The “Seafood Crab Festival” will be held over two days, Saturday, December 27, and Sunday, December 28, 2025, at [Shiga Agricultural Park Blume no Oka] (Gamo District, Shiga Prefecture). During the event, a seafood food court will feature a wide variety of dishes made with seasonal seafood such as crab, scallops, and oysters! With a rich lineup including salt ramen with clams, seafood yakisoba, seafood pizza, fried oysters, and seafood chige, you can savor the unique flavors of this time of year. Why not enjoy some seafood delicacies in Shiga during this end-of-year season?

Date and Time: Saturday, December 27, 2025, and Sunday, December 28, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Admission Fees: Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,500 yen; Children (ages 4–elementary school students) 800 yen; Toddlers (ages 3 and under) Free

Through Tuesday, March 31, 2026, the [Kyoto Aquarium] (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture) is hosting “Jellyfish Lights,” a winter-only event that illuminates the facility with approximately 60 lamps. This event features jellyfish lamps designed after the approximately 20 species of jellyfish kept at the [Kyoto Aquarium], and it has gained popularity for the enchanting atmosphere it creates. Why not spend a peaceful moment at the aquarium this winter, surrounded by the soft glow of these jellyfish lamps?

Dates and Times: Through Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. *Subject to change depending on the season*
Admission: Adults 2,400 yen, High School Students 1,800 yen, Elementary and Middle School Students 1,200 yen, Preschoolers (ages 3 and up) 800 yen
*Admission fees will change starting Tuesday, February 10, 2026. For details,Official sitecheck

From Tuesday, December 30, 2025, through Tuesday, January 6, 2026, to Sunday, January 18, 2026, [Heian Jingu] (Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture) will host the nighttime worship event “130th Anniversary of Founding: NAKED Yoru Mai 2025-26 Heian Jingu” to commemorate the shrine’s 130th anniversary. The magnificent shrine buildings and gardens will be fantastically illuminated by the lighting and staging of the creative company “NAKED, INC.,” and the [Daigokuden], which has just completed repainting work, will be unveiled for the first time in about a year and a half. Why not experience this new form of “nighttime pilgrimage” and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a winter night in Kyoto?

Dates: Through Tuesday, December 30, 2025, and Tuesday, January 6, 2026, through Sunday, January 18, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Last admission: 8:50 p.m.)
Admission / [Monday–Thursday] 2,000 yen for middle school students and older, 1,000 yen for elementary school students, free for preschoolers
[Fri–Sun, Holidays] Middle school students and older: 2,400 yen; elementary school students: 1,600 yen; preschoolers: Free
Kyoto City Resident Discount: Residents of Kyoto City and students enrolled in schools within Kyoto City receive a 500-yen discount; elementary school students and younger are admitted free of charge.
*You must present an ID showing your current address when using this service.

The “Chiikawa POP UP STORE” is currently open through Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at [Kyoto Takashimaya S.C.] (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture). This pop-up shop lets you enjoy the world of “Chiikawa,” the popular characters created by illustrator Nagano. The venue is packed with Chiikawa merchandise—including new items—such as plush toys and accessories! The soothing atmosphere created by the Chiikawa characters is a must-see for fans. Be sure to stop by when you’re out and about.

Date and Time: Through Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
*The venue closes at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 31; on the final day, it closes at 5:00 p.m.
*The museum will be closed on Thursday, January 1, and Friday, January 2.
*Since crowds are expected on Saturday, December 20, and Sunday, December 21, you will need an admission ticket obtained in advance to enter.
*Admission restrictions may remain in effect after Thursday, December 22.