Food festivals in Kyoto

Jidai Matsuri

  • ★ 4.4
  • 28 October 2027Expected
  • Kyoto, Japan
  • Free entry

Expected dates, not yet confirmed by the organiser. The dates below follow a previous edition and are our best estimate; check the official site before booking around them.

Kyoto's Festival of Ages, October 22 each year since 1895. 2,000-strong period-costumed procession from the Imperial Palace to Heian Shrine with food stalls.

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Dates and details checked June 1, 2026 by against the organiser's site.

Eat your way around Kyoto while you are in town

Jidai Matsuri is expected 28 Oct 2027, dates not yet confirmed by the organiser. These are the food tours and tastings in Kyoto to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.

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Kyoto Imperial Palace to Heian Shrine, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto

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