Kyoto, Heian Shrine – Enhancing the Experience with “NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023”

“NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine” – Enthralling Visitors Until December 25, 2023

Located in Kyoto City’s Sakyo Ward, the Heian Shrine (a nationally designated important cultural property) is hosting the night visit event “NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine” from December 1st (Fri) to December 25th (Mon), 2023. Visitors can enjoy an English-guided tour and a special dinner course in collaboration with the Heian Shrine Hall.

A Limited-Time Japanese x French Dinner Course Prepared Exclusively for “NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine” by the Chefs and Pâtissiers of Heian Shrine Hall

Two exclusive set tickets are available, offering a limited-time menu prepared solely for “NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine”. The dinner, a fusion of Japanese and French cuisine featuring seasonal ingredients with a Kyoto twist, includes a six-course meal with a starter of “Yurine Flan and Ankimo Terrine with Tortoiseshell Sauce.” Guests can choose between duck roast and Wagyu beef loin as the main course.

Enjoy a luxurious dinner while overlooking the shrine’s designated scenic garden during “NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine.”

Heian Shrine Hall Dinner Course Tickets

YORU MO-DE Exclusive Duck Roast Course: 11,000 Yen (incl. tax) / Wagyu Roast Course: 13,000 Yen (incl. tax)

Please note that shared seating may be possible.

English-Guided Tours for International Visitors Highlighting the Attractions and History of Heian Shrine

This year, English-guided tours are being conducted from December 16th (Fri) to December 25th (Mon), 2023, on a limited basis, three times a day. These tours offer in-depth knowledge about the exhibition highlights and the history and architecture of Heian Shrine. Additionally, visitors can rent a special “NAKED Distance Lantern®” that synchronizes with the shrine’s light-up, enhancing the experience.

YORU MO-DE English Tour

  • Price: 10,000 Yen (incl. tax)
  • Sale Period: November 16, 2023 (Thu) to December 22 (Wed)
  • Tour Dates: December 16 (Sun) to December 25 (Mon), 2023, three times a day (17:45–18:30 / 19:00–20:00 / 20:15–21:15)
  • Ticket Purchase Site: https://www.kkday.com/en-us/product/155588-naked-yorumo-de-heian-jingu-shrine-english-guided-tour-kyoto
    *Language support in English only.
    *Online applications until 3 days before; on-the-day availability can be booked on site.
    *Participants are requested to arrive at the ticket booth (in front of Otenmon Gate) 15 minutes before the tour starts.

“NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine” Artwork Introduction

Important Cultural Property: Otenmon Gate Light-up

Shrine Precinct Light-up

Important Cultural Property: Daigokuden (Great Hall)
Interactive Art: “Corridor of Light”

East Garden & Shobi-kan
Projection Mapping & Autumn Leaves Light-up

Taiheikaku
Lantern Light-up

“NAKED Distance Lantern®”
*Regular Type: Free, Synchronized Type: 300 Yen (incl. tax)

Interactive Art: “Light of the Water Basin”

“NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine” Event Details

Event Name: NAKED YORU MO-DE 2023 at Heian Shrine

  • Location: Heian Shrine (97 Okazaki Nishitenno-cho, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, 606-8341)
  • Event Dates: December 1, 2023 (Fri) to December 25, 2023 (Mon)
  • Event Hours: 17:30 to 21:30 (Last entry at 20:50)
  • Ticket Prices (incl. tax):

On-the-Day Tickets

  • [Mon to Thu] Junior High School Students and Above: 2,000 Yen, Elementary School Students: 1,200 Yen
  • [Fri, Sat, Sun, and Holidays] Junior High School Students and Above: 2,400 Yen, Elementary School Students: 1,600 Yen

Official Website: https://yoru-mo-de.naked.works/heian-jingu/
*Languages available on the menu include English, Chinese, and Korean.
*Please refrain from direct inquiries to Heian Shrine and Heian Shrine Hall.

Please note that shared seating may be possible.

*Language support in English only.
*Online applications until 3 days before; on-the-day availability can be booked on site.
*Participants are requested to arrive at the ticket booth (in front of Otenmon Gate) 15 minutes before the tour starts.

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