In 1626, the Tokugawa shogunate welcomed Emperor Go-Mizunoo to Nijo Castle, hosting grand celebrations over five days filled with bugaku court dance, Noh theater, and waka poetry—a historic imperial visit known as the "Kan’ei Gyoko."
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400th Anniversary of the Kan'ei Imperial Procession: Special Package with Costume Viewing
The Highlight
Four hundred years later.
In 1626, the Tokugawa shogunate welcomed Emperor Go-Mizunoo to Nijo Castle and entertained him for five days with bugaku court dance, Noh theater and waka poetry. This historic imperial visit is known as the Kan’ei Gyoko. To mark its 400th anniversary, the grand imperial procession will be recreated through the streets of Kyoto on Sunday, December 6, 2026. On this plan, you’ll dress in costume of the era and watch the procession from special viewing seats. To complete the day, enjoy a lunch only Kyoto can offer, a traditional rickshaw ride, and commemorative photos taken by a professional photographer.
The Experience
- Join Kyoto's 400th anniversary Kan'ei Gyoko procession, held on one day only: December 6, 2026
- Dress in period costume and become part of the crowd, just like in the famous 17th-century folding screen
- Watch the imperial procession pass from special reserved viewing seats
- Ride a traditional rickshaw and take home photos from a professional photographer
- Enjoy a special lunch only Kyoto can offer, with just 20 spots available
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- English
Itinerary
- Include: Lunch
- 09:00Meet at JR Kyoto Station (2F, Shinkansen Central Ticket Gate)
- Costume fitting and dressing(90 min)
- Move to viewing seats(30 min)
- Watch the procession(90 min)
- Lunch and photo session(60 min)
- Return costumes, tour ends at JR Kyoto Station(60 min)
Price Details
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- This is not a private tour, you will enjoy the tour with other guests together.
- We might cancel the tour if we do not have at least 10 participants by 10 days before the scheduled departure.
Important Booking Information
- This tour will be held in accordance with the Kan'ei Gyoko procession event. If the procession is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, you will receive a full refund.
- No refunds for participants who are late by 10 minutes or more
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 49 hour(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 0 ~ 48 hour(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)