The 378th issue of KYOTO VISITOR’S GUIDE, August 2024, has been published in print as well as New Articles have been up online
This Month’s Features:
— The enchanting allure and nearby spots
— A delightful Kyoto summer experience
Obon: Respecting the Spirits of Ancestors
— A Buddhist-based custom of Japan
What’s on in the Old Capital This Month
— Seasonal and Traditional Events and Museums Guide
Cover Photo: From August 2nd to 18th, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to Michizane Sugawara, the deity of scholarship, culture, and the arts, hosts the Kitano Lantern and Tanabata Light-up (sunset to 20:00). The shrine grounds are beautifully illuminated with the soft glow of lanterns and adorned with colorful traditional Tanabata decorations.
Photo courtesy of Kitano Tenmangu Shrine; For more information, see their ad on pg 1 and back cover.