Where will you make memories with your loved one in the last winter of the Heisei era? Why not go see the illuminations, perfect for a winter date? Glittering decorations in a wonderful place. Just looking at them will make you feel happy. Spend a romantic night and bring the two of you closer together. This time, we will introduce 5 popular illumination spots in Kyoto.

 

● Kyoto Rurikei Onsen Kyoto Illumination Synesthesia Hills

The illuminations at Kyoto Rurikei Onsen, which were only held in the winter, have been expanded to become a night spot that can be enjoyed all year round. Experience interactive content with the theme of "synesthesia," a sensation of perceiving different senses than usual.

*Highlights*

A new type of illumination in a venue that stretches for approximately 600m

[Time] 17:30-22:00 (last entry 21:30) *May change depending on the season

[Location] 1-14 Okawachi Hiroya, Sonobe-cho, Nantan City

 

●ROHM ILLUMINATION 2018

This is the largest illumination in Kyoto City, with approximately 860,000 lights lit up on 86 trees, mainly along the avenue along Sai-dori. The illuminations on the lawn plaza, which were renewed in 2018, use LED bars and a large LED screen to create a sense of realism that spreads like ripples.

*Highlights*

During the festival, on weekends and holidays, there will be a university student a cappella concert, the largest of its kind in the Kansai region (a total of 94 stages), as well as interactive events, so be sure to check it out!

[Dates] Thursday, November 22nd, 2018 - Tuesday, December 25th, 2018

[Lighting time] 16:45-22:00

[Location] Around ROHM headquarters

 

●Kitayama Wedding Street Christmas Illumination

This illumination event will be held on Kitayama Wedding Street, which is about 300 meters long and brings together a total of eight facilities, including Kitayama Le Ange Church. This year, the gorgeous decorations will create a European atmosphere. In addition to the scenery, there will also be a number of events, such as candle nights where churches will be illuminated and gospel concerts.

*Highlights*

Approximately 30,000 lights create a fantastic atmosphere, perfect for a holy night with your loved ones.

[Dates] Saturday, December 1st to Tuesday, December 25th, 2018 *Excluding Tuesdays and weddings, but open on the 25th

[Lighting times] 17:00-23:00 (After the gates close at 19:00, you can view the lights from outside)

[Location] Kyoto Northern Church Kitayama Church Kitayama Le Ange Church

 

●Kyoto Station Building Christmas Illumination 2018

The giant 22m Christmas tree has become a seasonal winter feature at Kyoto Station Building. The base changes every year, but this year's base commemorates the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Friendship Pact between Kyoto and Paris, and expresses the charm of France with red, white and blue flowers and music. The station square will be illuminated with a "sprouting" theme, enveloping the entire station building in a fantastical space. It is directly connected to the station, so be sure to visit it at the end of your trip to Kyoto.

*Highlights*

You can see a collaborative shot of Kyoto Tower and the tree!

[Dates] Saturday, November 17th, 2018 - Tuesday, December 25th, 2018

[Lighting times] 17:00-22:30 (Christmas tree 10:00-22:30, aerial walkway 17:00-22:00)

*All trees except the Christmas tree will be lit up as winter illuminations until Thursday, February 28, 2019.

[Location] Kyoto Station Building (Muromachikoji Square, East Square, Skywalk, Station Square)

 

●Kyoto Botanical Garden Illumination 2018

The garden path from the main gate to the observation greenhouse, from the camphor tree line to the Kitayama Gate, and the trees and flower beds in front of the Botanical Garden Hall are fantastically decorated. The camphor tree line, which is the symbol of the botanical garden, is illuminated for a total length of 200 meters by light artist Kyota Takahashi. Enjoy the night desert savannah from the observation greenhouse.

*Highlights*

You can also enjoy the poinsettia exhibition in the greenhouse at night, which has a different atmosphere than usual.

[Dates] Saturday, December 15th to Tuesday, December 25th, 2018

[Time] 17:30-20:00 (last admission 19:30)

[Location] Kyoto Botanical Gardens

 

Enjoy the winter scenery of Kyoto in a kimono!

What did you think? This time, we introduced the perfect illumination spots for a winter date in Kyoto. And why not go around Kyoto's illumination spots in a kimono? The limited plan <Twilight Pack> available from 15:00 is a great deal that allows you to choose any grade of Komon kimono for 4,900 yen (price when booking online) and return it the next day. Enjoy Kyoto at night without worrying about the return time.

 

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