Daigo-ji Temple Set to Illuminate Autumn 2026 with Enchanting Vision Realized

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    <span class="t-h2">Soft Lighting Enhances Daigo-ji’s Treasures</span>
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<p>Daigo-ji adopts a subtle approach to its evening illumination. Gentle lighting accentuates the ancient architecture and picturesque autumn foliage.</p>
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<p>The beautifully illuminated Kondo Main Hall and the five-story pagoda, both designated as National Treasures, emanate splendor after dark. Visitors can enjoy reflections of the illuminated maple leaves in the tranquil waters of the Rinsen garden and Muryoju-en, adding to the immersive experience on the winding paths.</p>

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    <span class="t-h2">Buddhist Ceremonies Held on Select Evenings</span>
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<p>On certain nights, Daigo-ji Temple will host traditional Buddhist ceremonies amidst the illuminated maple trees, featuring shomyo chanting and a goma fire ritual.</p>
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<p>Shomyo consists of monks chanting sacred texts set to unique melodies, while the gomme ritual involves burning wooden offerings as part of prayer practices. The soft glow of the flames coupled with the resonant chanting provides an extraordinary glimpse into the customs upheld at Daigo-ji across generations.</p>

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        <dd>November 21, November 22, November 23 (National Holiday), December 5, and December 6</dd>
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        <dd>・6:30–6:50 PM: Shomyo chanting<br/>
        ・7:15–7:30 PM: Goma fire ritual<br/>
        ・8:00–8:20 PM: Shomyo chanting</dd>
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    <span class="t-h2">Discounted Admission through Online Booking</span>
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<p>The evening admission fee is set at 1,500 yen at the entrance, while online bookings reduce the price to 1,400 yen. Groups of 20 or more are eligible for a discounted rate of 1,200 yen per person, offering both savings and convenience at the ticket counter.</p>

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    <p>Daigo-ji Temple’s 2026 Autumn Evening Opening</p>
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        <dt>Dates</dt>
        <dd>November 20–December 6, 2026</dd>
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        <dt>Evening Hours</dt>
        <dd>6:00–8:50 PM (last entry at 8:10 PM)<br/>
        *The grounds reopen for visitors after being cleared post-daytime hours.</dd>
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        <dt>Areas Open</dt>
        <dd>Daigo-ji’s Garan precinct, featuring the Kondo Main Hall, the five-story pagoda, Rinsen garden, and Muryoju-en</dd>
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        <dd>・Advance online tickets: 1,400 yen<br/>
        ・Same-day tickets: 1,500 yen<br/>
        ・Group (20 or more): 1,200 yen per person</dd>
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                                        22, Daigohigashiojicho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto, 601-1325<br/>
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