KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE October 2024 has been published

The 380th issue of KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE, October 2024, has been published in print as well as New Articles have been up online

This Month’s Features:

“Kyoto's Healthy & Sweet Delights”

— Vegan Sweets born in the ancient capital

Discover Kyoto’s Timeless Traditions

— Feel the elegance of unmissable cultural events this month

The Tragic Tale of the Kyoto Great Buddha

— Did Kyoto also have a Great Buddha statue?

What’s on in the Old Capital This Month

— Seasonal and Traditional Events and Museums Guide

Cover Photo: October is the month of the Jidai Matsuri Festival, or “Festival of Ages,” one of Kyoto’s three biggest festivals. It takes place on October 22nd every year which is the anniversary of the foundation of Kyoto as the national capital. It is a colorful, exotic costume celebration dedicated to the Old Capital’s 1,200-year history.

Photo courtesy of Jeremy Hoare: www.kyotophotogallery.com