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[Kyoto] 1-Day Miyama Winter Lantern Festival Tour from Osaka or Kyoto
Book now for 19 Jan 2026
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- Overview
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- ・The fantastical village view illuminated by Winter lanterns
- Snow lanterns, approximately 80 alley lanterns, approximately 200 LED lanterns, approximately 50 paper lanterns, and other lanterns will be lit up, creating an illuminated atmosphere in the Thatched Village at night.
- ,・The village, lined with traditional thatched-roof houses, offers a breathtaking glimpse into old Japan. The combination of winter and lanterns is very beautiful and fantastical.
- ,・Only January 21, Experience a sacred Japanese dance performance (Haruno-ryu Nihon Buyo) dedicated at a historic shrine founded in 1058.
- And, Join a hands-on mochi pounding experience using rice from the beautiful village of Miyama. – available in limited quantities.
- ,・Explore Kyoto’s iconic Kinkaku-ji, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- What to expect
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The hidden gem annual event "Miyama Winter Lantern Festival" is held from Jan 19 to Jan 23 in 2026! This is a day trip to a fantastical village illuminated by beautiful thatched roofs, hundreds of snow lanterns, and countless candles. Our plans cover access from Osaka and Kyoto to the event site at Miyama village and Kinkakuji temple. This is a tour that guarantees entry to the Lantern event "Fuyutouro", which is exclusively accessible to tour participants. Only the tour buses are allowed to enter the village during the event. On January 21, enjoy a traditional Haruno-ryu dance at a historic 1058 shrine, join a Miyama rice mochi pounding, and taste limited zenzai. ※Participation and zenzai servings are limited.
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