To Our Dear Guests,
In August, when summer is finally approaching,
fantastic night events are held in various places in Kyoto to feel the “coolness”.🫧✨
In Kyoto during summer,in addition to the charm of the ancient capital during the day, a fantastical world unfolds at night.Summer nights in Kyoto are filled with magic—light and wind, water and shadows, lanterns, mythical creatures, and scenic trains.
Discover the most enchanting “cooling” summer experiences this August with three immersive night events.
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Please definitely spend a special moment in Kyoto during the summer!🥰
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🏯【World Heritage × Art Illumination｜NAKED meets Nijo Castle 2025 “Yusuzumi” Night Stroll】
- 🫧An immersive night event produced by art group NAKED, themed on yusuzumi (cool evening breeze). Enjoy projection fireworks, interactive lanterns, illuminated gardens, and romantic water rituals in a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- 📅Dates：July 25 – August 24, 2025
- ⏰Time：18:30–22:00 (last entry 21:20)
- 📍Venue：Nijo Castle
- 🚇 Next to “Nijojo-mae Station”, Subway Tozai Line
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- 👉75-meter moat fireworks projection
- 👉Lantern & Fireworks Drawing Experience
- 👉Glowing “Firefly Path” in Seiryuen Garden
- 👉Floating “Sasafune” boats with goldfish & light reflection
- 👉Summer-exclusive riverbed seating with shaved ice & sake
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🎋【Fantasy Train Ride｜Eizan Railway Green Maple Illumination & Tanabata “Wish Train”】
- 🫧Take a train through a glowing tunnel of green maples. As the train lights dim, only the soft glow of leaves guides your ride—like a Ghibli dream come true. Special “Tanabata Wish Train” runs during this period with romantic themed decor.
- 📅Illumination Dates：July 1 – August 15, 2025
- ⏰Time：18:00–20:30 (multiple departures from Demachiyanagi & Kurama stations)
- 📍Tunnel Area：Between Ichihara and Ninose stations (~250m)
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- 👉Enter a magical forest of glowing green maples
- 👉Special decorated “Tanabata Wish Train” (800 series)
- 👉Write and dedicate wish at Demachiyanagi Station—sent to Kifune Shrine
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🐧【 Mystic Night Aquarium｜Kyoto Aquarium Night Hours & Yokai Street】
- 🫧Enter a whimsical night world at Kyoto Aquarium. Encounter mythical yokai creatures inspired by aquatic life under dramatic lighting, with special sweets and interactive workshops only available in the summer evenings.
- 📅Dates：July 26 – August 24, 2025
- ⏰Time：17:00–20:00 (last entry 19:00)
- 📍Venue：Kyoto Aquarium
- 🚇7-min walk from Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station
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- 👉Yokai legends & creature exhibitions
- 👉Jellyfish x wind chimes x umbrella night display
- 👉Water curtain show at Dolphin Stadium
- 👉DIY “Eye Monster” badge workshop
- 👉Seasonal desserts: Blueberry Monster Shaved Ice & Matcha Sea Monster Latte
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✨Enjoy Summer in Kyoto at FUGASTAY Shijo Omiya!
Located in the heart of Kyoto, FUGASTAY Shijo Omiya offering excellent access to all major spots., making it the perfect base for your summer tour.
Sincerely look forward to your visit!
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- You can book your stay from our home page!
- If there is anything you don’t understand after the appointment, please call for advice.
FUGASTAYSHIJIOOMIYA MANAGER