Torin-in Candlelight Evening at Myoshinji (Bonto no Akari) 2026

Dates & time: October 30, 2026 (Fri) - November 8, 2026 (Sun) 18:00–20:30 (last entry 20:00)
cost: Admission ¥800. Matcha tea with a sweet ¥600
Venue & access: Torin-in Temple (a sub-temple of Myoshin-ji) 8 minutes' walk from Hanazono Station on the JR Sagano Line.

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Why You Should Visit

Torin-in, a sub-temple of Myoshin-ji known for its garden of sala trees, opens its gates after dark for ten autumn evenings. Handmade tile lanterns called bonto, crafted by the head priest, and about 800 candles set on old roof tiles cast a soft glow over the white sand and moss of the gardens. In the Horai garden, the candles are arranged to spell out a Zen phrase, and the only sounds are insects and the wind. Unlike the electric light-ups at Kyoto's larger temples, everything here is lit by flame alone, which makes it one of the quietest night viewings in the city.

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Highlights

Bonto, tile lanterns handmade by the head priest
About 800 candles set on old roof tiles
A Zen phrase written in candlelight in the Horai garden

*Inquiries: Torin-in, 075-463-1334

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FAQ

Is it held when it rains?

No. It is cancelled on rainy evenings.

Can I have tea?

Yes. A tea seat with a sweet costs ¥600, separate from the ¥800 admission.

What time is the last entry?

The gate opens at 18:00, the last entry is 20:00, and the gate closes at 20:30.