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Kyoto Gion Festival July 17 Viewing Ticket

By Holiday Travel
Price is ฿2,463 per adult
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Overview

Experience the iconic Yamaboko Float Procession of the Gion Matsuri on July 17, 2025, From a Reserved Seat!

This centuries-old festival is one of Japan’s most spectacular events, drawing thousands of visitors every year.
With a reserved seat, you’ll skip the crowds and enjoy unobstructed views.

• Why Book in Advance?
Tickets sell out fast once public sales begin in early June!

️• Ticket Delivery:
Paper tickets (not digital) are scheduled to be shipped in early July, prior to the event.

• When booking, please provide your accommodation details for delivery:
< Required info >
–Hotel name
–Hotel address
–Check-in date and number of nights
–Name used for the hotel reservation
–Hotel reservation number
Tickets will be shipped based on this information.

• Before purchasing, please confirm with your accommodation whether they can receive Simplified Registered Post (Kan’i Kakitome).

• Tickets cannot be delivered to Unmanned accommodation, facilities that do not accept registered post

Activity location

  • Gion Matsuri
    • 625 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-Ku
    • 604-8223, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gion Matsuri
    • 625 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-Ku
    • 604-8223, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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Kyoto Gion Festival July 17 Seat Ticket
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h

Gion Festival July 17 Ticket

Starting time: 10:00
Price details
฿2,463.29 x 1 Adult฿2,463.29
Total
Price is ฿2,463.29
Seat Ticket + Kimono(Yukata) rental
  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h

Kimono(Yukata) rental

Price details
฿5,150.52 x 1 Adult฿5,150.52
Total
Price is ฿5,150.52
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedJuly 17 "Saki Matsuri"reserved seat Ticket
  • What's includedWhat's includedPamphlet＆Commemorative card
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to the venue
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedOther personal expenses

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Yamaboko Junko（Parade） will be held rain or shine. No refunds will be made unless the Yamaboko Junko is not performed.
  • We expect extreme heat, so please take care to stay hydrated and in good physical condition. Even if you are not thirsty, please drink water frequently. Please take precautions against the heat, such as bringing a hat. (Parasols are not permitted as they block visibility.)
  • We recommend that you bring a raincoat in case of rain. (Rain umbrellas are not permitted as they block visibility.)
  • Please be aware that the bathroom facilities are inadequate.
  • The use of tripods is prohibited in the bleacher area. Photography and videography are not permitted in the bleachers area.
  • Smoking is not permitted.
  • Persons who behave in a manner that disturbs other patrons inside or outside the venue and who do not follow the instructions of the staff will be forcibly asked to leave the venue. Tickets will not be refunded in such cases.
  • The event may be subject to change or cancellation due to the effects of new coronavirus infections, etc.
  • Please act in accordance with the policies of the national and local governments regarding infection control measures.
  • The organisers will not be liable for any damage caused inside the bleachers.
  • Tickets may not be delivered to the accommodation but instead handed over directly by our staff near the event location.
  • If tickets are sent by post, they will be delivered based on the information provided at the time of booking. Please note that we cannot be held responsible if incorrect delivery details result in the tickets not being received.

Activity itinerary

Gion Matsuri
  • Admission ticket included
The Gion Matsuri’s "Yamaboko Junko" parade on July 17th is a must-see event. From 10:20 AM to 11:20 AM, the streets of Kyoto are filled with large, beautifully decorated floats pulled by local teams. You can enjoy the parade from a reserved seat, ensuring a comfortable, unobstructed view of the floats and the lively atmosphere. Each ticket includes a commemorative admission ticket, which will be mailed directly to your hotel in early July. Please confirm your hotel address to ensure delivery. •Once your ticket has been shipped, a tracking number will be shared with your via chat box or sent to your registered email address. Please check your chat box or inbox for updates. This unique cultural experience is a highlight of Kyoto’s rich traditions. Book early, as tickets are limited.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESGion Matsuri
    • 625 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-Ku
    • 604-8223, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEGion Matsuri
    • 625 Giommachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-Ku
    • 604-8223, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan

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