June 18th
Hojo-e event
Hojo-e is a Buddhist event in which living things are set free and the killing of them is remonstrated against. About 1000 fireflies will be released into the sky on this day. You can enjoy an amazing scene in the garden of this temple and realize the preciousness of life. A duo with violin and viola will also perform.
19:00 ~ 21:00, ¥800 (including the entry fee of the temple)
Take a Kyoto City bus no.28 and get off at Daikakuji Bus stop, or 15 min walk from JR Saga-Arashiyama Station.