July 26 (Fri) - August 25 (Sun), 2024

Former Imperial Villa Nijo-jo Castle

*This event has ended.

Enjoy the Japanese summer to the fullest at Nijo-jo Castle x NAKED's art festivities!

Creative production company NAKED, INC. is delivering a summer experience filled with new and traditional activities of a Japanese summer festival! Nijo-jo Castle will be transformed at night with projection mapping fireworks, Milky Way-inspired illuminations, echoing sounds of wind chimes, and interactive artworks at the festival stalls offering popular treats such as shaved ice. Visitors can also witness the first ever yagura (festival tower) on the castle's grounds, and enjoy a never-seen-before production of art, games, food, and dancing in this modern take of a traditional Japanese summer experience!

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CONTENTS

Important Cultural Property: Higashi Ote-mon
Illumination

The illuminated Higashi Otemon Gate, the entrance to Nijo-jo Castle, is flanked with rows of lanterns that welcome visitors into the summer festival experience.

The illuminated Higashi Otemon Gate, the entrance to Nijo-jo Castle, is flanked with rows of lanterns that welcome visitors into the summer festival experience.
Important Cultural Property: Karamon Gate
Illumination

The Karamon Gate, one of Kyoto's most iconic historical structures, is illuminated to enhance its architectural beauty. The cranes, lions, and other creatures carved into the gate are highlighted by the illuminations to present a showcase that can only be seen at night.

The Karamon Gate, one of Kyoto's most iconic historical structures, is illuminated to enhance its architectural beauty. The cranes, lions, and other creatures carved into the gate are highlighted by the illuminations to present a showcase that can only be seen at night.
National Treasure: Ninomaru Palace
Tanabata Fu-ring (Wind Chimes) Light-Up

The Tanabata Wind Chimes, which play cool tones along with the lights that highlight the beauty of the National Treasure Ninomaru Palace, will make their first appearance this year in collaboration with the “Kyo no Tanabata” event! The sparkling sound of the wind chimes, together with strips of paper hung with wishes for the Tanabata Festival, will add color to the fantastic summer evening.

The Tanabata Wind Chimes, which play cool tones along with the lights that highlight the beauty of the National Treasure Ninomaru Palace, will make their first appearance this year in collaboration with the “Kyo no Tanabata” event! The sparkling sound of the wind chimes, together with strips of paper hung with wishes for the Tanabata Festival, will add color to the fantastic summer evening.
National Treasure: Ninomaru Palace
Special Place of Scenic Beauty: Ninomaru Garden
Light-up “Matsuri Ibuki no Niwa” (Garden of Festival Breath)

The trees and ponds of Ninomaru Garden, designated as a special place of scenic beauty by the government, are beautifully illuminated in the summer scene.

The trees and ponds of Ninomaru Garden, designated as a special place of scenic beauty by the government, are beautifully illuminated in the summer scene.
Inner Moat
Projection Mapping Show “Yomiya-ezu” (Night before the festival)

This spectacular projection mapping show appears animals in the gorgeous paintings by the prominent Kano school of Japanese painting. It will leap out with fireworks and decorate the 75m-wide stone wall.We are also pleased to bring you an early preview video for the Main Palace, scheduled to open in next September.

This spectacular projection mapping show appears animals in the gorgeous paintings by the prominent Kano school of Japanese painting. It will leap out with fireworks and decorate the 75m-wide stone wall.We are also pleased to bring you an early preview video for the Main Palace, scheduled to open in next September.
Seiryu-en Garden
Light-up “Suzukaze no Yoru” (Night of Cool Breeze)

A refreshing Light-up that allows you to enjoy the lush green foliage of Seiryu-en Garden while feeling the night breeze. The delicate lights sparkle like fireflies dancing on a summer night.

A refreshing Light-up that allows you to enjoy the lush green foliage of Seiryu-en Garden while feeling the night breeze. The delicate lights sparkle like fireflies dancing on a summer night.
Daidokoro-mae Area
Ennichi Festivities & Bon Odori (Bon Dance) area

Ennichi Festivities and Bon Odori (Bon dance) venue, brightly lit by lanterns, will feature a Festival Yagura (Festival Tower) for the first time! During the Bon Odori time, when visitors can enjoy dancing together, the Digital Ennichi Festivities within the venue will also have special performances limited to this time. You can enjoy Bon Odori around the Festival Yagura.

Ennichi Festivities and Bon Odori (Bon dance) venue, brightly lit by lanterns, will feature a Festival Yagura (Festival Tower) for the first time! During the Bon Odori time, when visitors can enjoy dancing together, the Digital Ennichi Festivities within the venue will also have special performances limited to this time. You can enjoy Bon Odori around the Festival Yagura.
Daidokoro-mae Area
Digital Ennichi Festival “Hyper O-men Masks”

Try out this digital take on Japanese festival "o-men" masks! Stand on the marked location and watch as your face is scanned and developed into a hyper "o-men" mask! This year, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the theatrical release of the animated film 'Summer Wars' (directed by Mamoru Hosoda), a special collaboration festival fair will feature a fusion of characters from the movie and your face.*Free of charge

Try out this digital take on Japanese festival "o-men" masks! Stand on the marked location and watch as your face is scanned and developed into a hyper "o-men" mask! This year, to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the theatrical release of the animated film 'Summer Wars' (directed by Mamoru Hosoda), a special collaboration festival fair will feature a fusion of characters from the movie and your face.*Free of charge
Daidokoro-mae Area
Digital Ennichi Festival “Hyper Senbonbiki Lottery Game”

Choose a string and pull to trigger Nijo-jo Castle-themed fireworks and animals! Test your luck with this lottery combining both digital and analog experiences!*Free of charge

Choose a string and pull to trigger Nijo-jo Castle-themed fireworks and animals! Test your luck with this lottery combining both digital and analog experiences!*Free of charge
Daidokoro-mae Area
Ennichi Festival Stalls

Discover stalls where you can challenge yourself to archery—Nijo-jo Castle tradition—as well as the classic Super Ball Scooping and Yo-yo Fishing. Capture memorable moments of the summer festival with experiences to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.*Each game costs 300 yen per play (tax included).)
*Payments are accepted in cash, PayPay, and credit card payments.

Discover stalls where you can challenge yourself to archery—Nijo-jo Castle tradition—as well as the classic Super Ball Scooping and Yo-yo Fishing. Capture memorable moments of the summer festival with experiences to be enjoyed by children and adults alike.*Each game costs 300 yen per play (tax included).)
*Payments are accepted in cash, PayPay, and credit card payments.
Daidokoro-mae Area
Food Stalls

Have a taste of unique cocktails and Kyoto-style shaved ice presented by NAKED's food and beverage team.The Matcha shaved ice flavors is made with tea leaves sourced from the renown Kyoto brand Fukujuen. For drinks, refreshing lemonade soda and highball made with Yuzu from Ishikawa Prefecture, allowing children and adults to enjoy delicious beverages.)
*Payments accepted in cash, PayPay, and credit card.

Have a taste of unique cocktails and Kyoto-style shaved ice presented by NAKED's food and beverage team.The Matcha shaved ice flavors is made with tea leaves sourced from the renown Kyoto brand Fukujuen. For drinks, refreshing lemonade soda and highball made with Yuzu from Ishikawa Prefecture, allowing children and adults to enjoy delicious beverages.)
*Payments accepted in cash, PayPay, and credit card.
Daidokoro-mae Area
NAKED Hanamikuji®︎

NAKED's original take on the omikuji (paper fortune) experience takes the form of multicolored flowers. Tie your flower fortune to the participatory tree art, or take it home with you as a souvenir! )
*500 yen per flower fortune (tax included).)
*We accept cash, PayPay, and credit card payments.

NAKED's original take on the omikuji (paper fortune) experience takes the form of multicolored flowers. Tie your flower fortune to the participatory tree art, or take it home with you as a souvenir! )
*500 yen per flower fortune (tax included).)
*We accept cash, PayPay, and credit card payments.

Collaboration area to commemorate the 15th anniversary of Mamoru Hosoda's “Summer Wars” also appeared.

To commemorate the 15th anniversary of its theatrical release, a collaboration between the popular animated film 'Summer Wars' and this event's Digital Ennichi Festival has been decided. A collaboration of Digital Ennichi Festival where your face merges with characters from the movie will be featured! Stand at the photo spot and project your own unique digital 'mask' with the characters!

FOODS

Enjoy an array of summer festival-inspired treats and beverages produced by NAKED's food and beverage team! Try vegan shaved ice with flavors such as matcha from Kyoto's renowned Fukujuen or domestically produced yuzu citrus, as well as alcoholic drinks such as draft beer and highballs!

Shaved Ice: Kyoto Matcha

Kyoto shaved ice topped with homemade matcha syrup, made using luxurious green tea from renowned Kyoto tea shop Fukujuen. Enjoy the aromas of the matcha balanced with the subtle flavors of the sugar beet sweetener.

Kyoto shaved ice topped with homemade matcha syrup, made using luxurious green tea from renowned Kyoto tea shop Fukujuen. Enjoy the aromas of the matcha balanced with the subtle flavors of the sugar beet sweetener.

Price: 800 JPY (tax included)

Shaved Ice: Yuzu Citrus

A refreshing Japanese-style shaved ice topped with domestically produced yuzu. The homemade syrup also incorporates various organically grown "misshapen" citrus fruits from Kumamoto Prefecture in an initiative to reduce food loss.

A refreshing Japanese-style shaved ice topped with domestically produced yuzu. The homemade syrup also incorporates various organically grown "misshapen" citrus fruits from Kumamoto Prefecture in an initiative to reduce food loss.

Price: 800 JPY (tax included)

Shaved Ice: Strawberry

This thick strawberry sauce using plenty of real fruit utilizes "misshapen" strawberries from Kumamoto Prefecture in an intiative to reduce food loss.

This thick strawberry sauce using plenty of real fruit utilizes "misshapen" strawberries from Kumamoto Prefecture in an intiative to reduce food loss.

Price: 800 JPY (tax included)

Vegan Condensed Milk-style Syrup

This original vegan condensed milk is comprised of a soy base, agave syrup, coconut milk, almond milk, rice and malt sweetener, and sugar beet. As sweet as the original, this vegan alternative is both good for your body and the environment!

This original vegan condensed milk is comprised of a soy base, agave syrup, coconut milk, almond milk, rice and malt sweetener, and sugar beet. As sweet as the original, this vegan alternative is both good for your body and the environment!

Price: +150 JPY (tax included)

Yuzu Lemonade Soda

A Japanese-style homemade lemonade soda uses a citrus syrup of organic Kumamoto lemons, Ishikawa yuzu, and a hint of plum. The sweet and tart flavors and refreshing soda makes for the perfect drink for the hot summer!

A Japanese-style homemade lemonade soda uses a citrus syrup of organic Kumamoto lemons, Ishikawa yuzu, and a hint of plum. The sweet and tart flavors and refreshing soda makes for the perfect drink for the hot summer!

Price: 800 JPY (tax included)

Yuzu Highball

A classic highball with a Japanese twist, flavored with a citrus syrup of organic Kumamoto lemons, Ishikawa yuzu, and a hint of plum. The tartness of the homemade syrup is the perfect summer combo with the whiskey base.

A classic highball with a Japanese twist, flavored with a citrus syrup of organic Kumamoto lemons, Ishikawa yuzu, and a hint of plum. The tartness of the homemade syrup is the perfect summer combo with the whiskey base.

Price: 900 JPY (tax included)

GOODS

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle Limited Edition Commemorative Ticket

The NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle Limited Edition Commemorative Tickets featuring a summer festival design will be on sale at the Nijo-jo shop.
Store hours: 18:30~21:00
*Sales will end as soon as stock runs out.
*Tickets can also be purchased during the castle's opening hours during the day.

The NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle Limited Edition Commemorative Tickets featuring a summer festival design will be on sale at the Nijo-jo shop.
Store hours: 18:30~21:00
*Sales will end as soon as stock runs out.
*Tickets can also be purchased during the castle's opening hours during the day.

Price: 700 JPY (tax included)

Bath Goods & Aroma Set (4 piece set)

This original design bath & aroma goods set contains two types of bath salts made from pink Himalayan rock salt, fabric mist made from plant-based ingredients, and traditional Kaga dyed tenugui (hand towel).

This original design bath & aroma goods set contains two types of bath salts made from pink Himalayan rock salt, fabric mist made from plant-based ingredients, and traditional Kaga dyed tenugui (hand towel).

Price: 3,500 JPY (tax included)

Summer Wars |NAKED Summer Festival Original Stationery Set (3 variations)

This three-piece stationery set includes a plastic folder from "Summer Wars," a notebook with an original design from NAKED, and a ballpoint pen.

This three-piece stationery set includes a plastic folder from "Summer Wars," a notebook with an original design from NAKED, and a ballpoint pen.

Price: 1,000 JPY (tax incl.)

TICKETS

<Regular admission tickets>

*Sales of early bird tickets ended on Thursday July 25th.
Please purchase tickets at the regular admission ticket prices.

VIP Ticket and Combo Tickets are on sale!

Middle School Students
or Above
Elementary School
Students
Discounts for people with disabilities
Junior high school students and above
Discounts for people with disabilities
elementary school students
Mon.〜Thu.Early bird tickets1,400JPY600JPY700JPY300JPY
Regular admission tickets1,800JPY1,000JPY900JPY500JPY
Fri.~ Sun. HolidaysEarly bird tickets1,800JPY1,000JPY900JPY500JPY
Regular admission tickets2,200JPY1,400JPY1,100JPY700JPY

Important notes

*Early bird tickets are available for purchase from Wednesday June 12th at 10:00am until Thursday July 25th at 11:59pm.
*Regular admission tickets will also be sold at the venue on the day. However, please note that availability of these tickets may be limited.
*Certain areas will be off limits during this event, including entry into the Ninomaru Palace and the Honmaru area.
*To purchase a disabled persons discount, please present one of the following documentations: Physical Disability Certificate, Rehabilitation Certificate, +Nursing Certificate, Mental Disability Certificate, etc.The above-mentioned document holder and one accompanying caregiver are eligible to receive the discount. Please show the certificate at the entrance ticket gate.
*Tickets are available for purchase at various online ticket vendors as well as at Seven-Eleven, Lawson, FamilyMart, and Ministop stores nationwide.
*Admission is free for children of preschool age and younger.
*Tickets are non-refundable and non-amendable except in the case of suspension or cancellation by the organizer.
*Admission may be restricted depending on the congestion at the venue.
*Final admission for this event is at 21:20. Depending on the status of the entry queue, admissions may close before 21:20. Please note that in such case, entry will not be allowed regardless of your ticket type.
*You cannot enter the Nijo-jo Castle with the following admission cards: World Heritage Nijo-jo Castle Donation Privilege Admission Card, Kyoto Citizen Annual Passport.
*Please refrain from using monopods or tripods inside the venue.
*Pets are not allowed in the venue.
*Certain optional experiences within the venue will incur an additional fee.
<Combo Ticket>

NAKED Summer Festival VIP Ticket

Enhance the NAKED Summer Festival experience with this discounted ticket package!
Enjoy priority admission with your ticket, a premium ninja show, and plenty of other special perks!

Perks
・"NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle" admission ticket
・Priority admission (please present your ticket to the staff at the entrance.)
・Premium NINJA Show
・Commemorative photo with ninjas
・NAKED original design glowing paper fan
・One free ticket for the festival stall experiences

*The Premium NINJA Show attendance date and time must be designated in advance.
*Tickets are available in limited quantity.
*Admission is free for preschool children and younger.
Event Period:August 9 (Fri) - 18 (Sun), 2024

Junior high school students and older: 6,000JPY / Elementary school students: 5,000JPY

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Ticket package including inscribed lanterns for the purpose of preserving Kyoto's cultural assets
(Valid for any date / NAKED Summer Festival admission fee and name inscription on lantern)

Inscribe your name on a lantern that will light the grounds of Nijo-jo Castle!
NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle Name Lantern Plan aims to promote Kyoto's cultural assets by donating part of the proceeds towards efforts to preserve Kyoto's historical and cultural artifacts for future generations
Additionally, ticket holders will be granted priority entry into the event without having to wait in the standard admissions queue.

Important notes
*The inscription lanterns will be installed in the Seiryu-en Garden and Ninomaru Garden areas.
*Personalized lanterns will be used as decoration of the castle, and cannot be taken home.
*Supported characters are hiragana, katakana, Japanese kanji, and romaji.
*The recommended number of characters is 7 characters or less.
*You may sumbit a maximum of 20 characters (2 lines of 10 characters each) however, the finished text may appear smaller than those with fewer characters.
*The characters may be changed at the discretion of the organizer.
*This ticket grants priority entry into the venue. Please present your ticket to the staff at the entrance.
*Sales for this ticket plan will end as soon as the available number is sold out.

Sales period: Jun 12(Wednesday) - July 28 (Sunday)/Installation period: August 6 (Tuesday) - 7 (Sunday)

5,000JPY

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle x Nidec Kyoto Tower - Ticket Set
*For Adults Only

This is a ticket set that includes an admission ticket for NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle and an admission ticket for Nidec Kyoto Tower Observatory.

*Please use the Nidec Kyoto Tower admission ticket during the Nijo-jo Castle event period (between July 26 through August 25, 2024).
*There are no NAKED, INC. productions ongoing at Nidec Kyoto Tower during this period.

2,600JPY

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle x Kyoto Aquarium - Ticket Set *For Adults Only

This is a ticket set that includes an admission ticket for NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle and an admission ticket for Kyoto Aquarium.

*Please use the Kyoto Aquarium admission ticket during the Nijo-jo Castle event period (between July 26 through August 25, 2024).
*There are no NAKED, INC. productions ongoing at Kyoto Tower during this period.

3,800JPY

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle x Kimono Rental - Ticket Set

Rented kimono can be returned the next day!
Enhance your experience at the Nijo-jo Castle and enjoy the event dressed in kimono!
This special ticket set includes a kimono rental fee and an admission ticket to the event.
*The set ticket price may vary depending on the rental store.
*Certain dates may be exempt. For details, please check the following site (external site).

4,000JPY~

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle Admission Ticket + Sky Hop Bus Ride Ticket

This ticket set includes admission to the "NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Nijo-jo Castle" and unlimited bus rides on the Sky Hop Bus.
*There are no NAKED, INC. productions ongoing in the Sky Hop Bus.

5,400JPY~

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Nijo-jo Castle × City Bus & Subway 1-day pass ticket set

This ticket set includes an admission ticket for "NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Nijo-jo Castle" and a one-day pass for the subway and buses.
*Purchase payment accepted in cash only.

【Sales period】
From 26th July 2024 until out of stock.

【Vendor Locations】
● City bus and subway information centers (open 7:30-19:30)
・Kyoto Station bus information center (in front of the JR Kyoto Station central exit)
・Kotochika Kyoto (Beside the Subway Kyoto Station Central-1 ticket gate)
● Commuter pass sales offices (open Monday-Friday 7:30-19:30 / Saturday, Sundays & Public Holidays 9:00-17:00).
・Shijo Station (by Exit 4 of station floor)
・Sanjo Keihan Station (by Exit 1 of station floor)

Subway 1-day passSubway &
Bus 1-day pass
Mon.〜Thu.2,200JPY2,500JPY
Fri.~ Sun.
Holidays
2,600JPY2,900JPY

NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle (Original Soundtrack)

Original soundtrack for NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle. A portion of the proceeds from this soundtrack will be donated towards the preservation of Nijo-jo Castle's cultural assets.

OUTLINE

  • Event Title

    Commemorating the Opening of Honmaru-Goten Palace
    NAKED Summer Festival 2024: World Heritage Site Nijo-jo Castle

  • Event Period

    July 26 (Fri) - August 25 (Sun), 2024
    *Open every day throughout the event period (may be canceled due to harsh weather conditions)
    *In the unlikely event of cancellation, etc., we will inform you via the event's official X account.(@nijojo_summer24)
    *The event content may be subject to change without notice.

  • Hours

    18:30-22:00(Final admission at 21:20)

  • Venue

    Former Imperial Villa Nijo-jo Castle
    541 Nijojo-cho, Nijo-dori Horikawa Nishi-iru, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto 604-8301

  • Admission fees

    clcik here more details
  • Inquiries about tickets

    ■NAKED Summer Festival 2024 Committee
    E-mail: naked-nijojo@naked.works
    *Service Period: July 26th - August 25th, 2024

ACCESS

From Kyoto Station, take the Karasuma Line subway to "Karasuma Oike Station", then transfer to the Tozai Line subway to "Nijojo-mae Station".
From Kyoto Station, board Kyoto City Bus No.9 or No.50 to "Nijojo-mae".
From Shijo Kawaramachi, board Kyoto City Bus No.12 to "Nijojo-mae".
Roughly 17 minutes away by foot from JR "Nijo Station".

Parking Lot 1
Hours: 8:15〜22:15 (final entry at 21:00)
Capacity: 120 cars
Price: ¥1,200 for first 2 hours plus ¥300 per additional hour

Parking Lot 3
Hours: 8:15〜22:15
Capacity: 20 cars
Price: ¥1,000 for first 2 hours plus ¥200 per additional hour

Motorbike and bicycle parking
Hours: 8:15〜22:15
Capacity: 10 motorcycles (middle-class and smaller)
/ 83 bicycles
Price: For motorcycles, ¥400 for first 2 hours plus ¥200 per
additional hour / For bicycles, ¥200 for first two hours
plus ¥100 per additional hour.Parking Lot 1
Hours: 8:15〜22:15 (final entry at 21:00)
Capacity: 120 cars
Price: ¥1,200 for first 2 hours plus ¥300 per additional hour

FAQ

  • Can I change the date of the ticket I purchased?
    Tickets are not dated so you can use them anytime during the event period. If you have a ticket for Monday to Thursday and you visit on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or a public holiday, you need to pay the difference at the counter. If you have a ticket for Friday, Saturday, Sunday, or a public holiday and you visit on a weekday from Monday to Thursday, please note that we cannot refund the difference.

  • Can I cancel or refund the ticket I purchased?
    Unfortunately, we do not allow cancellations. Except when the event is canceled due to the organizer's circumstances, refunds are not possible. Please check the terms and conditions of the ticket guide where you purchased the ticket for details.

  • Can I re-enter?
    We're sorry, but re-entry is not allowed.

Exclusive offer for visitors to this event!

Enjoy Nijo Castle's autumn events at a discount!
Present your ticket stub from this exhibition or your ticket purchase history to receive +1 food and beverage ticket for an autumn event at Nijo Castle!
*Please present your ticket stub or ticket purchase history for ticket exchange at the time of admission.
*Please be sure to keep your ticket stub if you used a paper ticket.

Autumn Event at Nijo Castle (Title TBD)To be held from late October 2024!For more details announcement, please visit the official website.
*Official website will open in late August.

Same-day luggage delivery service "Airporter"

Move around easily without carrying heavy luggage!
Leave your luggage at your hotel in Kyoto, and we will deliver it to your hotel in Osaka or Kansai Airport.
Enjoy sightseeing in Kyoto hands-free!

Hosted by
NAKED Summer Festival 2024 Production Committee
Co-hosted by
In special cooperation with
STUDIO CHIZU LLP
In cooperation with
Supported by
Special Partners

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