2024.03.08
Nijo Castle is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto. The castle is loved by people from all over the world for its unique Japanese scenery of approximately 300 wild and cultivated cherry trees of 50 varieties blooming along with the historical buildings and gardens, which are designated as national treasures and important cultural properties. The annual cherry blossom lighting event at Nijo Castle will be held from March 8 (Friday) to April 7 (Sunday), 2024.
The cherry blossoms, the pond, and the Kan-un-tei are illuminated in cherry blossom colors by lights inspired by the arrival of spring. The borrowed view of the pond reflected in the pavilion is a scenic beauty that can only be seen in the spring.
The lighting up of the Seiryuen Garden, surrounded by cherry blossoms, evokes the image of a gentle spring breeze blowing. A fantastic space will be created with music, fragrance, and light to enhance the beauty of the rows of cherry trees, which are among the best in Nijo Castle.
A hanami space with projection mapping depicting a cherry blossom feast covering the entire castle wall. Enjoy cherry blossoms, green tea, and other Japanese foods, as well as sakura-colored beer and other alcoholic beverages, while relaxing and enjoying the cherry blossom viewing atmosphere.
| Period: | Friday, March 8, 2024 – Sunday, April 7, 2024 *Open all year round (rain or shine, may be cancelled in case of inclement weather) *In case of cancellation, etc., it will be announced on the official website and official X (formerly Twitter). *The contents are subject to change without notice. |
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| Hours.: | 18:00〜22:00（Final Admission 21:00） |
| Charge: | ＜Normal Ticket＞ 【Monday-Thursday】 – Junior high school students and older: 2,000 yen – Elementary school students: 1,200 yen 【Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Holidays】 – Junior high school students and older: 2,400 yen – Elementary school students: 1,600 yen |
*Please check the official website for information on early bird tickets and specific day tickets.
＞NAKED Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 World Heritage Nijo Castle official website
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Nara
Countrywide
Kagawa
Kyoto
Countrywide
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Hokkaido
[Kyoto Hachikan]Winter trip to Ohara, Kyoto, with a view of the snowy landscape and Osechi cuisine.
Kyoto
[KAI Tsugaru]Tsugaru Nanayuki Kamakura Apero’, an amuse-bouche featuring tunas from Oma and limited-edition sake, inspired by the Tsugaru Nanayuki snowfall.
Aomori
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Osaka
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Hiroshima
Art
Simose Art Museum, located in Otake City, Hiroshima Prefecture, has been awarded the prestigious Versailles Prize as the “Most Beautiful Museum in the World.”
The award ceremony took place on December 2 at UNESCO headquarters in Paris, marking a historic moment for the museum and Japanese architecture.
The Versailles Prize Website:https://www.prix-versailles.com/2024
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Food
December sees the arrival of a number of Christmas breads. The Snowman with his cute smiling face is a sweet loaf with two different flavours: pudding cream and chocolate cream. It is a heartwarming treat with flavours that both children and adults can enjoy.
Also back this year is the popular Japanese Stollen, which was a big hit last year. This is a special cake that can only be tasted at Kimuraya, using Japanese-inspired ingredients such as persimmons, figs and koshi-an (sweet bean paste). Please take this opportunity to try Kimuraya’s limited edition Christmas bread.
Hiroshima
Art
The Hiroshima Museum of Art is hosting the exhibition “ZIPANGU: Contemporary Artists Who Defined the Heisei Era” (November 2, 2024 – December 22, 2024). This showcase brings together works by some of the most prominent figures in Japan’s contemporary art scene, including Yayoi Kusama, Takashi Murakami, Makoto Aida, Yoshitomo Nara, Chiharu Shiota, Izumi Kato, Akira Yamaguchi, and Miwa Komatsu. The exhibition has already garnered significant attention, exceeding 10,000 visitors.
HYAKKEI covered the dialogue between contemporary artist Takashi Murakami and Sueo Mizuma, the curator of this exhibition, held at the RIHGA Royal Hotel Hiroshima. We also conducted an exclusive interview with Mr. Mizuma.
The discussions centered on the aspirations behind the ZIPANGU exhibition and offered forward-looking insights, not only into Japan’s art world but also into the rediscovery of value within Japanese culture by its people.
Osaka
Food
Event
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Hiroshima
Travel
Culture
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Kyoto
Restaurant
Event
On selected days in September 2024, the wedding venue Kyoto Art Grace Wedding Hills will offer a ‘Hanari Otsukimi Afternoon Tea’, where guests can enjoy sweets and savouries inspired by the moon viewing on the fifteenth night of the month.
