[2024] Oni wa soto! Three Setsubun festivals in Kyoto that invite spring
The whole city is completely wrapped up in the Christmas mood. In this issue, we introduce some of the best events in Kyoto for the holiday season. Check the locations and schedules, and enjoy the events to the fullest.
From December 23 (Fri.) to 25 (Sun.), 2022, Christmas events including Candle Night will be held at Kitayama Church of Kyoto Northern Church and Kitayama Le Ange Church.
[At Kyoto Northern Church Kitayama, visitors can enjoy decorating a Christmas tree and taking photos at a photo spot. [At Kitayama Le Ange Church, workshops for making ornaments will be held in the romantic church with flickering candles. A Christmas wagon will be parked in front of the church, serving warm soup and cocoa.
Period/Friday, December 23 - Sunday, December 25, 2022 17:00 - 20:30
Admission fee/free
Scandinavian Food Stall Christmas Market" is being held at JR Kyoto Isetan until December 25 (Sun.), 2022.
More than 40 Scandinavian brands will be gathered, including Scandinavian goods perfect for Christmas outfits and gifts. The lineup includes popular Moomin and Lisa Larson characters, Scandinavian fabrics, fashion goods, vintage ceramics, and much more.
Period: ~December 25, 2022 (Sun.) 10:00 - 20:00 *Close at 17:00 on the last day
Admission fee/free
Japan's largest lantern festival will be held at the Kyoto Prefectural Kizugawa Sports Park from December 23 (Fri.) to 25 (Sun.), 2022.
The spectacle of more than several thousand lanterns floating in the sky above the city, lighting up the winter night sky, is a sight to behold. The venue will also feature a food market, Christmas store, and circus games to make the most of the Christmas season.
Period/Friday, December 23 - Sunday, December 25, 2022 16:00 - 20:00
Admission: Adults 6500 yen, children (6-12 years old) 2500 yen, toddlers (5 years old and under) free
Tickets with guaranteed event cancellation are ¥8,500 for adults, ¥3,500 for children, and free for infants.
From November 26 (Saturday) to December 17 (Saturday), 2022, "Christmas Markets," a European winter tradition, will be held in various locations in Kyoto's Sakyo Ward.
At the venue, there will be Christmas-related stores, workshops, and other activities for adults and children alike. Experience the culture and customs of Christmas in Europe.
Dates / Saturday, November 26, 2022 - Saturday, December 17, 2022
Admission: Free (workshops and other events require a separate fee)
A citizen-participatory Christmas event will be held in Kyoto [Umekoji Park] on December 10 (Sat.) and 11 (Sun.), 2022.
During the day, hands-on events such as drum workshops and rugby classes will take center stage for children. At night, the park will be lit up to create a romantic Christmas night that adults can also enjoy.
Date / December 10 (Sat.) - 11 (Sun.), 11:00 - 21:00
Admission fee/free
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