Hiraoka Hachimangu Flower Ceiling Autumn Viewing 2026

Dates & time: September 18, 2026 (Fri) - November 30, 2026 (Mon) 10:00〜16:00（最終受付15:30頃）
cost: ¥1,000 (includes a talk by the chief priest and ofukucha tea)
Venue & access: Hiraoka Hachimangu Shrine, Umegahata, Ukyo-ku, Kyoto About 3 minutes on foot from the Hiraoka Hachiman-mae stop on the JR Bus line

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Why You Should Visit

On the road up to Takao in northwest Kyoto, Hiraoka Hachimangu opens the inner sanctuary of its main hall each autumn to show the "Flower Ceiling." The shrine is said to have been founded by Kobo Daishi (Kukai) as the guardian of nearby Jingo-ji, and each of the 44 panels formed by the ceiling beams is painted with a brightly coloured flower. Admission includes a talk by the chief priest and a cup of ofukucha (auspicious tea), so you hear the story behind the paintings as you look up at them. The ceiling is shown only in spring and autumn; the autumn viewing runs to the end of November, and the shrine is an easy stop on the way to the Takao maples.

NOTE

Closed days

October 4, 11 and 12 (for the Hiraoka Hachimangu Autumn Festival)

*Inquiries: Hiraoka Hachimangu, 075-871-2084

History Heritage Culture Art Autumn Leaves Limited Time Half Day

出典: 京都観光Navi（京都市観光協会）

Kobe · Gluten-free

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FAQ

What does the admission include?

Viewing of the Flower Ceiling, a talk by the chief priest and a cup of ofukucha tea.

Are there closed days?

It is closed on October 4, 11 and 12 for the shrine festival; otherwise it is open until November 30.

What time is last entry?

Viewing hours are 10:00–16:00, with last entry around 15:30.