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Kyoto State Guest House will offer its autumn evening openings from Thursday, November 28, to Tuesday, December 3. During this period, three additional guided tours after sunset will be offered each day (last entry at 6:00 PM).

The night scenery, with the soft glow filtering through the shoji sliding screens that evoke large paper lanterns and the elegant wall tapestry mirrored in the pond, creates a mystical atmosphere. Immerse yourself in the enchanting late autumn scenery of Kyoto State Guest House during the peaceful evening hours.

Whether you’re visiting Kyoto or heading home from work or school, we warmly invite you to join us for these special evening tours during this beautiful season of autumn foliage.

Dates	November 28 (Thu) – December 3 (Tue), 2024 *Japanese guided tours are scheduled daily. *English guided tours are scheduled for 5:20 PM on November 29 (Fri), November 30 (Sat), and December 2 (Mon).
Times	①4:40 PM – 6:00 PM ②5:20 PM – 6:40 PM ③6:00 PM – 7:20 PM
Viewing Areas	Juraku-no-Ma (Anteroom) / Yubae-no-Ma (Large Conference Room) / Fuji-no-Ma (Banquet Hall) / Kiri-no-Ma (Japanese-style Banquet room)/ and more
Capacity	36 participants per tour *For English guided tours, the maximum number of participants is 18 per tour.
Admission Fees	Adults:2,000 yen, University Students:1,500 yen, Middle/High School Students (Ages 13+):700 yen * Children aged 12 or younger will not be admitted. * Eligible students must present a valid student ID on the day of their visit to receive the student discount.

How to Book

Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis via our Public Opening Reservation System until 12:00 PM the day before each tour.

– Reservations for November open on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
– Reservations for December open on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

Same-day entry slips for guided tours that have not reached capacity through advance reservations will be available at the Seiwain Rest House for those without reservations

Important Notes

・Visitors showing symptoms such as cough, fever, shortness of breath, or severe fatigue will not be permitted to join the tour.
・Our staff will be wearing masks. We appreciate your understanding.
・The above guidelines may change depending on future circumstances
 Please check our homepage and Public Opening Schedule for the latest updates.
* Due to limited lighting, the Kyoto Gyoen National Garden becomes very dark after sunset. We recommend bringing a flashlight to ensure a safe visit.