EigaMura
Eiga Mura was once the “Hollywood” of Japan. Interesting place to get a taste of the dramatic side of Japanese culture and history
Jidai Matsuri
One of Kyoto’s 3 biggest festivals held annually on October 22nd. Highlights over 1,100 years of Japanese history and showcases 2,000 people, 70 animals (horses and oxen) outfitted in colourful garments, elaborate amour and other regal pieces befitting the nobility and samurai classes
Gion Festival
Gion Festival is one of Kyoto’s top 3 festivals. Month long festival highlighted by float parade on July 17 and 2 days of food and festivities before parade
Daimonji Festival
The Daimonji Festival marks the height of Obon, a holiday period all over Japan from August 13-16. In Kyoto, gigantic pyres of wood in the shapes of Chinese characters are set into the sides of Kyoto’s surrounding hills and set a flame