Heian Jingu Shrine

NAKED’s Garden of Japanese Lights at Heian Jingu Shrine

Discover the enchanting glow of a Japanese garden in winter Kyoto

Period

2024.12.12 - 2025.01.12
17:30〜21:30

Final admission at 20:50

CONTENTS

Artwork

Important Cultural Property・Ōten-mon Gate

Ōten-mon Gate Illumination

The iconic Otenmon Gate, designated as an Important Cultural Property, is illuminated in a dynamic display that accentuates its architectural beauty, bringing out the vivid red and vermilion hues of this central gate of Heian Jingu Shrine.

Shrine Precincts Japanese Umbrella Illumination by Hiyoshiya

Kosai Wagasa (Radiant Japanese Umbrella)

Traditional Japanese umbrellas crafted by Hiyoshiya, a historic establishment founded in the Edo period, light up Heian Jingu Shrine’s grounds as part of the light art display. These umbrellas, crafted with over 160 years of tradition, emit a warm, gentle glow, bringing a sense of warmth and tranquility to the night, welcoming visitors.

Naka Shin'en

Soryu Pond Illumination

With the concept of "riding the back of the dragon and dancing in the clouds reflected in the pond," the majestic Soryu Pond is transformed into an enchanting scene with mist and illumination, enhancing its powerful beauty.

Scenic Spot・Shobikan

Projection Mapping

At Shobikan Pavilion, near Seihō Pond, the four guardian gods of Heian Kyo are displayed in projection mapping alongside seasonal Japanese lights, creating a captivating scene reflecting off the water. This garden landscape, complemented by the lighting, offers a magical view unique to the night.

Taiheikaku

Lantern interactive

Positioning a ‘NAKED Distance Lantern®’ at specified spots changes the colors of the lanterns suspended from Taihei-kaku Bridge, along with the patterns projected on the ground, creating a unique interactive art experience. *Experience available with a rental fee for the "NAKED Distance Lantern®."

Higashi Shin'en Garden, Japanese Illumination in Collaboration with "Kojima Shoten"&"Kojima-an"

Fuyubi Lantern (Winter Illumination Lantern)

In Higashi Shin'en, Kyoto lanterns illuminate the grounds with a magical glow. These lanterns are a collaborative creation by Kojima Shoten and Kojima-an, both boasting over 200 years of history dating back to the Edo period.The elegant light of the lanterns, along with the pine trees symbolizing longevity in Higashi Shin'en, warmly envelops visitors.

NAKED Distance Lantern®

Participatory and interactive art lanterns created by NAKED. Visitors can become a part of the surrounding art displays through the different patterns of light cast at their feet from the lanterns. *Rental fee: ¥500 (tax included)

NEWS

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Event Overview/Access

Name

NAKED’s Garden of Japanese Lights at Heian Jingu Shrine

Period

2024.12.12(Thu)
-
2025.1.12(Sun)

*Excluding Tuesday, December 31, 2024, through Sunday, January 5, 2025

Time

17:30〜21:30

Final admission at 20:50

Place

Heian Jingu Shrine

97 Okazaki Nishitenno-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto 606-8341

Admission Fees

<Early Bird Discounts>
【Mon.〜Thu.】Junior high school
students and older:1,600JPY Elementary School
Students:1,000JPY
【Fri.~ Sun. Holidays】Junior high school
students and older:2,000JPY Elementary School
Students:1,400JPY
<On the Day>
【Mon.〜Thu.】Junior high school
students and older:2,000JPY Elementary School
Students:1,200JPY
【Fri.~ Sun. Holidays】Junior high school
students and older:2,400JPY Elementary School
Students:1,600JPY

Contact

■NAKED’s Garden of Japanese Lights at Heian Jingu Shrine Management Office
email: naked-heianjingu@naked.works
*Service Available: Dec 13 (Fri), 2024 - Jan 13 (Mon), 2025
*Please refrain from contacting the Heian Jingu Shrine office regarding tickets to this event.

■From JR Kyoto Station
 City bus No. 5, No. 100, No. 110  Get off at "Okazaki Koen Bijutsukan / Heian Jingu-mae" bus stop.

■From Kawaramachi Station (Hankyu Line)
 City Bus No. 5, No. 46, No. 32  "Okazaki Koen Bijutsukan / Heian Jingu-mae" bus stop  "Okazaki Koen ROHM Theatre Kyoto / Miyakomesse-mae" bus stop.

■ Nearest train stations
 10-min walk from Higashiyama Station (Subway Tozai Line) or 15-min walk from Sanjo Station or Jingu-Marutamachi Station (Keihan Kamoto Line).

Parking

*About Parking
There is no parking at Heian Jingu Shrine.
We recommend that you come by public transportation or cab.

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