Aiming to become Kyoto¡¯s new signature night event starting from the 21st century, Kyoto Hanatouro began in 2003 in the Higashiyama area. Adorned by ¡°illuminations¡± from approximately 2,500 shaded open-air paper lanterns called roji andon using LED bulbs to create a Japanese atmosphere and ¡°flowers¡± of voluminous works of ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, this event is intended to create walkways along which people won¡¯ t be able to resist strolling. This event has also been held in the Saga Arashiyama area since 2005, and marks its milestone 10th anniversary this year. ¡ßPeriod: December 12 (Fri) - 21(Sun) ¡ßVenue: Saga Arashiyama area ¡ßLighting hours: 17:00 - 20:30 (The event will be held rain or shine.) ¡ßInquiries: Secretariat for the Kyoto Hanatouro Promotion Council TEL:£«81-75-212-8173 |