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Wednesday, 18 December 2024

Celebrate 100 Years of Kyoto Botanical Gardens with “LIGHT CYCLES KYOTO”

This year marks a momentous occasion as Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Japan’s oldest public botanical garden, celebrates its 100th anniversary with a breathtaking new event. From October 18 to December 26, 2024, the garden transforms into a wonderland of light, sound, and plant life, offering an unforgettable way to experience nature’s beauty after dark.

A Sensory Celebration of Nature

“LIGHT CYCLES KYOTO” invites visitors to explore the botanical gardens in a whole new way. As night falls, the garden’s lush plants come alive with vibrant lighting, soundscapes, and projections, creating an enchanting atmosphere that unveils the hidden life of plants. Through cutting-edge technology, the garden showcases the dynamic beauty of Kyoto’s flora, highlighting their rhythms, sounds, and communications that often go unnoticed.

Step into the Conservatory, a lush haven filled with tropical plants, and immerse yourself in an experience where music and light complement the vibrant plant life. The garden features four unique installations, each designed to engage your senses and deepen your connection with nature. As you explore, you’ll tune in to the subtle whispers of plants and the invisible interactions that make up the botanical world.

This extraordinary exhibition encourages visitors to activate al l their senses. It’s not just about seeing plants—it’s about feeling, hearing, and experiencing the beauty of nature like never before.

Event Details

Location: Kyoto Botanical Gardens, Shimogamo-Hangicho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto CityDates: October 18 - December 26, 2024
Hours: 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM (Last admission at 8:30 PM) Closed on Mondays (except December 23, when the garden will remain open)
Admission Fees: Adults: ¥2,500 (¥2,000 in advance), Children (Elementary & Junior High School): ¥1,200 (¥1,000 in advance)

A Journey Through a Century of Beauty

Kyoto Botanical Gardens is celebrating not only its 100 years as a sanctuary for plant lovers but also its role in preserving and showcasing the richness of botanical life. This anniversary event brings new energy to the garden, where the harmony of nature, technology, and music creates an immersive experience for all visitors.

The “LIGHT CYCLES KYOTO” event is a unique opportunity to see the gardens in a whole new light—literally. Whether you’re a seasoned visitor or exploring for the first time, this spectacular night opening promises an unforgettable journey through Kyoto’s natural beauty.

Don’t miss out on this magical celebration. Visit the Kyoto Botanical Gardens this winter and experience the wonder of nature illuminated like never before.