Kyoto warmly welcomes visitors for the summer season with the Kyoto Summer Special Openings 2025. This exclusive program grants access to historically significant sites typically closed to the public.

From July 11 to September 30, 2025, this initiative celebrates its 50th anniversary with the captivating theme, Waterscapes to Visit in Summer and Modern Architecture Masterpieces of Kyoto. Notably, special evening light-up events will offer a serene experience of Kyoto’s heritage after sunset.

Night Sightseeing at Kamigamo Shrine

Daytime Activities

• Shosei-en Garden: Enshin-do Hall
  Step inside this historic 17th-century hall, historically the residence of the Higashi Hongan-ji Temple’s head. Admission: ¥500

• Higashi Hongan-ji Temple: Goei-do-mon Gate
  Ascend Japan’s tallest wooden gate for unparalleled views of Kyoto. Admission: ¥800

Evening Highlights

• Ninna-ji Temple Night Viewing
  Discover Ninna-ji Temple under the moonlight from July 11-21. Admission: ¥1,700

• Kamigamo-jinja Shrine “Visit to the Dragon God”
  Join a unique footbath experience in the Nara-no-Ogawa stream featuring traditional performances. Admission: ¥1,200

Don’t miss this unique chance to delve deep into Kyoto’s rich cultural tapestry during this limited-time opening!