Reserved Seats for Kyoto Jidai Matsuri

The Jidai Matsuri (Festival of the Ages), which began in 1895 (Meiji 28) to commemorate the 1,100th anniversary of the relocation of the capital to Heian-kyo, is the grand festival of Heian Jingu Shrine. The highlight of the festival is the historical costume procession (Jidai Fuzoku Gyoretsu), where approximately 2,000 citizens dress in styles from various eras and parade through the streets of Kyoto, showcasing 1,000 years of history from the Meiji Restoration back to the Enryaku era when Heian-kyo was founded.

In this historical procession, changes across eras in costumes, hairstyles, and ceremonial implements are meticulously and accurately restored. Even among women of the same Heian period, distinct differences can be seen: for instance, Sei Shonagon wears a juni-hitoe (twelve-layered ceremonial robe), while Murasaki Shikibu wears a kouchiki (a simpler outer robe). Admiring the historical fashion as the parade goes by is one of the great joys of the event.

While famous figures from history textbooks appear one after another, the procession offers much more. It also features the "Muromachi Rakuchu Fuzoku-retsu," which recreates the elegant furyu dances of Kyoto's townspeople, as well as processions of traditional occupational groups like the "Shirakawa-me" and "Ohara-me" (female peddlers). The common people who brought color and life to their respective eras are also vividly revived in the streets of Kyoto.

Please bring your electronic voucher with a QR code to the venue.

• If it rains (or in case of severe weather) on October 22, the procession will be postponed to the following day. If it also rains (or in case of severe weather) on the 23rd, the event will be canceled. Except in the case where the procession is not held on either day, no refunds will be given. Refunds will only be issued at the place of purchase. Please note that ticketing and delivery fees related to the payment are non-refundable.
• Please manage your physical condition by staying hydrated. Also, please take your own measures against the heat, such as bringing a hat. (Parasols/sun umbrellas are prohibited as they block the view.)
• We recommend bringing a raincoat in case of rain. (Umbrellas are prohibited as they block the view.)
• Please be advised in advance that restroom facilities are limited.
• To prevent the danger of oxen and horses panicking, flash photography and bringing pets are prohibited.
• The use of tripods within the viewing seat area is prohibited.
• When taking photos or videos, please ensure you do not disturb other spectators.
• Smoking is prohibited.
• Anyone engaging in behavior that disturbs other guests inside or outside the venue and failing to follow staff instructions will be forced to leave. In such cases, tickets will not be refunded.
• Event details are subject to change or cancellation due to natural disasters or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Please note that the organizers will not be held responsible for any damages or losses occurring within the viewing area that are not the fault of the organizers.