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The 50th Annual "Kyoto Summer Special Openings"
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The 50th Annual "Kyoto Summer Special Openings"
Every year in summer, a number of temples, shrines and other cultural sites in Kyoto hold special openings. The theme of this event changes each time. For 2025, the theme is "Waterscapes to visit in summer and modern architecture masterpieces of Kyoto". Additionally, nighttime illumination events will be held as part of the special openings as well.
Event period: July 11th (Fri) - September 30th (Tue), 2025
*Some of the locations have different opening periods.
Coinciding with the Kyoto Summer Special Openings, a heat prevention campaign will be organized in a number of locations participating in the event.
Information regarding safety during the summer heat, as well as cooling goods will be given out. Additionally, you will be able to take part in the "Kyoto Traveler's Promise", which gives its participants the opportunity to win prizes through a lottery!