Period: October 23, 2026 – December 5, 2026 Hours: 18:00 – 22:00 (Last Admission 21:00)
- Open every day during the event period.
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NAKED Sakura Festival 2026 Ticket at Nijo-jo Castle
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Nijo Castle, Nishibashi Bridge, Nishinokyo Shikibucho, Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
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[Early bird discount / Monday to Thursday only] Admission ticket
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Valid until 4 Dec 2026
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US$ 5.15
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The voucher is valid until 4 Dec 2026 21:00
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Eligibility
- Admission is free for preschoolers, elementary school students, and junior high school students. No need to get a ticket
- Elementary school students alone cannot enter. As a general rule, we ask that junior high school students and younger are not allowed to visit the venue alone, and must be accompanied by a guardian or a responsible person over the age of 18
Additional information
- Entry and usage may be restricted depending on the crowd situation
- About Shooting: Cannot use one leg, tripod
- A 500 yen discount will be given to Kyoto residents and students (regardless of region)
- Those who purchase at the disability price will receive a 250 yen discount
- When using the service, please be sure to bring an ID that confirms your current address (driver's license, My Number Card, resident card, etc.) or your student ID
- Refunds are only available during the reception hours of the special booth on the day of admission. We cannot accept refunds at a later date
- We may ask you to confirm your age at the time of admission
- Discount tickets for persons with disabilities are applicable to individuals who have a physical disability certificate, rehabilitation notebook, mental disability health and welfare notebook, Mirairo ID, etc., and up to one caregiver. Please show the above certificate at the entrance ticket gate
- Tickets cannot be refunded or changed unless the event is suspended or canceled due to the organizer's circumstances
- Last entry for this event is 21:00. Depending on the status of the waiting line, reception may close before 21:00. Please note that in that case, you will not be able to enter even if you have an admission ticket
- Nijo Castle admission passes (such as the ``World Heritage Site - Nijo Castle Owner Donation'' benefit, Kyoto Citizen Annual Passport, etc.) will not be accepted
- The viewing area for this exhibition is limited, and you cannot enter the Ninomaru Palace and Honmaru Palace areas
- There is additional paid content within the venue
- Kyodo Information
- TEL: 0570-200-888
- Reception date and time: September 3rd (Thursday) - December 5th (Saturday)
- 12:00-17:00 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
- NAKED meets Nijo Castle Management Office
- TEL: 050-1750-3979
- Reception date and time: September 3rd (Thursday) - October 22nd (Thursday)
- Monday-Friday 10:00-12:00/Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 10:00-17:00
- Reception date and time: October 23rd (Friday) - December 5th (Saturday)
- Monday to Friday 10:00 to 12:00, 17:00 to 22:00 / Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays 10:00 to 22:00
- Please refrain from making direct inquiries to the Nijo Castle office
- Event URL: https://event.naked.works/nijojo/autumn/ja
- Pets are not allowed inside the venue, with the exception of service animals with valid identification
How to use
Usage validity
- The voucher is valid until 4 Dec 2026 21:00
- The voucher is valid for Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday
Show Schedule
- Itinerary
- Period: October 23, 2026 (Fri) – December 5, 2026 (Sat)
- ※Open every day during the event period (Event held rain or shine; may be canceled in the event of severe weather)
- ※In the event of cancellation, announcements will be made on the official X (formerly Twitter) account via this website
- ※Event contents are subject to change without prior notice due to circumstances
- Hours: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Last Admission 9:00 PM)
How to redeem
- Present your mobile voucher
Address
- Former Imperial Villa Nijo Castle (Karamon gate, inner moat, kitchen front garden, etc.)
- 541 Nijo Jomachi, Nijo-dori Horikawa Nishiiri, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture 604-8301
- How to get there: From Kyoto Station, take the Subway Karasuma Line via Karasuma Oike and get off at Nijojo-mae Subway Tozai Line
- How to get there: From Kyoto Station, take Kyoto City Bus No. 9, 50 and get off at “Nijojo-mae”
- How to get there: Take Kyoto City Bus Route 12 from Shijo Kawaramachi and get off at “Nijojo-mae”
- Please refer to the map for assistance
[Early bird discount / Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays only] Admission ticket
Admission to attractions
Valid until 5 Dec 2026No cancellationInstant confirmation Package details
US$ 6.45
Reviews
4.3 / 5
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1.2K reviews
Klook User
2025/05/04
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing and unique night cherry blossom experience. The CG, light and music definitely elevated 'Hanami' to the next level. Videos speak much better than photos but it is best to go see for yourselves. Can't wait to visit next year
Wai *******
2025/04/13
Fantastic 5.0
bought these e-tickets and easily click the link at the counter. we can go to naked Nijo castle and Nidec Kyoto tower. beautiful Sakura at Nijo castle. recommend to buy and attraction tickets from klook.
Laila *******
2025/04/11
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing light and sounds show. While the illumination show at the shrine was short, going around the park with the lit up sakura trees and music background was a lovely experience especially dor my 72 year old mom who loves flowers. The weeping sakura trees that reach the floor were a sight to behold. It was an easy stroll in the garden. So relaxing even if there was quite a crowd (which you won't really mind as the castle grounds werw big and spacious.
Monique *****
2025/04/04
Fantastic 5.0
This Sakura festival is presented beautifully, with the lights complimenting the colors of the cherry blossoms with soft essence. It is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy the Nijo-Jo Castle World Heritage Site, as well. You can purchase a package that places your name on one of the lanterns that adorn the South Gate area for the festival duration. Absolutely a lovely and enjoyable experience!
Irma *********
2025/04/02
Fantastic 5.0
100% recommend to go experience this. very worth the ticket and I advise to wear comfortable shoes. the floor is mostly Little Rock’s and most of the time not paved so wear shoes that you don’t mind getting dusted/dirty and make sure your phone/cámara have flash because some parts of the trail don’t have too much lighting.
Klook User
2025/03/26
Fantastic 5.0
Very beautiful, Sakura werent in full bloom just yet but I can only imagine what it would look like when they are fully bloomed! I enjoyed walking around and looking at the lights on Nijo Castle and eating the delicious food at the stands!
Klook User
2025/03/26
Fantastic 5.0
The light shows and music were beautiful. The best time to go would be 7pm. we went a little later and missed some showings. There are lots of opportunities along the path for food and drinks. I would do it again?
虞 **
2025/05/12
Fantastic 5.0
Walking into the world heritage site of Nijo Castle, as night falls, the cherry blossoms bloom in a dreamy color amidst the lights and projection art. NAKED Sakura Festival combines tradition with technology, with projections projected between the ancient city walls and cherry blossom trees, creating a poetic world of interwoven light and shadow. Accompanied by music and the flow of light and shadow, every step is amazing. Cherry blossoms are no longer just a natural landscape, but also a part of art. Walking through it, you can not only enjoy the flowers, but also feel the dialogue between history and innovation. It is a double feast for the eyes and the soul.
Guide
Nijo-jo Castle marks 400 years since the Kan'ei Gyoko imperial visit, one of the largest cultural events of the Edo period. This exhibition uses contemporary art to decode the aesthetics of the Kan'ei culture—an era that dramatically advanced Japanese design philosophy, with lasting influences seen today in traditions such as kimono and lifestyle design. Centered on the aesthetic vision of Tokugawa Masako, a pivotal figure of the Kan'ei culture, the exhibition reconstructs the creativity and philosophy behind traditional Japanese aesthetics.
Beyond intuitive, immersive installations, visitors can enjoy bilingual Japanese-English audio guides that delve deeper into historical contexts and backstories. Join us for a special experience to discover new dimensions of traditional beauty and connect with a timeless artistic sensibility. Please note that this voucher is an online e-ticket. You need to login Klook App or website to present the voucher on your device with internet access
Things to note
- Important -
- Please login Klook App/website and go to “My bookings”. Click “See voucher” to open the voucher
- Please present the voucher to the local staff on the day of use. If you do not present the voucher on your device, you will not be able to enter the venue
- Please note that the URL certificate must be presented on mobile phone with internet access. The voucher cannot open unless there is internet access
- Please do not operate the ticket by yourself. It must be operated by the staff of the facility. If the ticket shows "used", then the ticket is no longer valid
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Nijo-jo Castle marks 400 years since the Kan'ei Gyoko imperial visit, one of the largest cultural events of the Edo period. This exhibition uses contemporary art to decode the aesthetics of the Kan'ei culture—an era that dramatically advanced Japanese design philosophy, with lasting influences seen today in traditions such as kimono and lifestyle design. Centered on the aesthetic vision of Tokugawa Masako, a pivotal figure of the Kan'ei culture, the exhibition reconstructs the creativity and philosophy behind traditional Japanese aesthetics.
Beyond intuitive, immersive installations, visitors can enjoy bilingual Japanese-English audio guides that delve deeper into historical contexts and backstories. Join us for a special experience to discover new dimensions of traditional beauty and connect with a timeless artistic sensibility. Please note that this voucher is an online e-ticket. You need to login Klook App or website to present the voucher on your device with internet access
Things to note
- Important -
- Please login Klook App/website and go to “My bookings”. Click “See voucher” to open the voucher
- Please present the voucher to the local staff on the day of use. If you do not present the voucher on your device, you will not be able to enter the venue
- Please note that the URL certificate must be presented on mobile phone with internet access. The voucher cannot open unless there is internet access
- Please do not operate the ticket by yourself. It must be operated by the staff of the facility. If the ticket shows "used", then the ticket is no longer valid