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Arashiyama Bamboo Light-up 2026

30 Sep 2026 — 8 Nov 2026

Arashiyama’s bamboo path in daylight
Arashiyama’s bamboo path in daylight. Venue context; the event takes place after dark. Photo: 2018. Photo: Bjørn Christian Tørrissen / Photo source · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized and converted to WebP; no alteration of depicted content.
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About the event

The evening programme uses the bamboo-path setting for a different view of Arashiyama. Allow time for admission and follow the designated route. Severe weather may cancel the event.

Plan your visit

Hours & closure days
18:00–21:00; last entry 20:30.
Admission
On-site ¥1,500, cash only; online guaranteed-entry plan ¥2,000. Age 12 and younger free.
Tickets & booking
On-site sales start at 17:50 inside the bamboo-path area. Check the official online plan if guaranteed entry is important.
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Location & access

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Arashiyama Bamboo Grove

Saga Tenryuji Tateishi-cho, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto

Choosing your destination

Use the official venue map for the visitor entrance.

Area map. Use the organiser’s programme for the exact venue or entrance.

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Event details checked 11 Oct 2026. Times are Japan Standard Time.

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