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Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Eras)

Name: Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Eras)
Start: 2026-10-22
End: 2026-10-22
Location: 京都市 京都御所建礼門前～烏丸御池～河原町三条～平安神宮

時代祭

A grand historical parade of 2,000 people recreating Kyoto's history from the Meiji Restoration to the Heian Period.

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Schedule

October 22, 2026 00:00 – October 22, 2026 23:59

Guide8 min read

Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Eras) is one of Kyoto's most iconic annual events, held in connection with the annual festival of Heian Jingu Shrine.

Highlights

Historical ExperienceCostume BeautyKyoto's Three Great Festivals

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About Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Eras)

Experience Deep History: Witness the beauty of 12,000 authentic items. The historically accurate costumes offer a true sense of time travel.
Best Viewing Spots: For a slightly less crowded experience, consider viewing from Sanjo-dori near Sanjo Ohashi Bridge.
Consider Paid Seating: For a more comfortable experience with commentary and amenities, look into purchasing paid spectator seats.
Use Public Transport: Due to heavy traffic restrictions, we strongly recommend using the subway or bus to reach the venue.

Weather forecast

Fri

9/25

27°/18°

Sat

9/26

22°/18°

93%

Sun

9/27

24°/18°

69%

Mon

9/28

24°/21°

82%

Tue

9/29

23°/19°

37%

Wed

9/30

28°/16°

39%

Thu

10/1

26°/17°

47%

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Tips

Clothing & Essentials
Since you will be outdoors for a long time, wear comfortable shoes and prepare for changing weather.
Transportation
Large-scale traffic restrictions will be in place. We strongly recommend using public transportation (subway/bus).
Rain Policy
If it rains, the event is usually postponed to the next day. Always check the official website on the morning of the event.

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