September 19th(sat) ~ 23rd(wed)
Hagi flower festival
Nashinoki Shrine is the best temple to enjoy the Japanese autumn flower Hagi. You can also see the traditional Shinto performances. Throughout the day there are many other events. Also this shrine is famous for the well for “Somei water” which is one of three sacred natural water in Kyoto. (For about the well of Nashinoki shrine, see this blog; http://greentourkyotosteve.blogspot.com/)
- 10:00~
- Nashinoki Shrine (North eastern part of Imperial Palace)
- Free (If you will participate in the tea ceremony, ¥800 will be needed.)
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