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Good to know

For four days only, the national guest house inside Kyoto Gyoen is open until 7:15 PM. Admission closes at 6:15 PM; children of elementary school age and under cannot enter.

Dates

Dec 4 (Fri) – Dec 7 (Mon)

Hours

Open until 7:15 PM (last entry 6:15 PM); check the official site for the opening time

Venue

Kyoto State Guest House

Nearest station

Imadegawa

Admission

General ¥1,500; university students ¥1,000; junior high and high school students ¥500 (no entry for elementary school age and under)

About this event

The Kyoto State Guest House, the national guest house inside Kyoto Gyoen, stays open until 19:15 for four days only, December 4 to 7. Last entry is 18:15, and children of elementary school age and under cannot enter.

Highlights

• Evening opening for four days only
• Inside Kyoto Gyoen

Good for

Adults interested in Japanese architecture and craft.

Good to know before you go

• Last entry 18:15
• No entry for elementary school age and under
• General ¥1,500, university ¥1,000, junior high and high school ¥500

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FAQ

What is Kyoto State Guest House Autumn Evening Extended Opening?

The Kyoto State Guest House, the national guest house inside Kyoto Gyoen, stays open until 19:15 for four days only, December 4 to 7. Last entry is 18:15, and children of elementary school age and under cannot enter.

When is Kyoto State Guest House Autumn Evening Extended Opening?

From Dec 4 (Fri) to Dec 7 (Mon), 2026.

What are the opening hours?

Open until 7:15 PM (last entry 6:15 PM); check the official site for the opening time

How much does it cost?

General ¥1,500; university students ¥1,000; junior high and high school students ¥500 (no entry for elementary school age and under)

Where is it and what is the nearest station?

Kyoto State Guest House. The nearest station is Imadegawa.

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