Events in Kyoto in March 2027
Kyoto event dates for March 2027 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to March.
Kyoto's March 2027 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated September 3, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Mar 1 - Mar 31
Kiyomizu Temple Spring Opening 2027
Special spring access to Kiyomizu Temple’s normally restricted areas, with seasonal decorations and cultural performances.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Mar 12 - Mar 21
Kyoto Higashiyama Hanatouro 2027
A beautiful illumination and flower path event in the Higashiyama district, featuring lantern-lit streets, traditional performances, and seasonal flower displays.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
- Mar 20 - Mar 21
Kyoto International Manga Anime Fair 2027
A major event celebrating manga and anime culture with exhibitions, guest appearances, and merchandise sales held at the Kyoto International Exhibition Hall.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Spring Equinox Day · publicMar 21
- Spring Equinox Day (substitute day) · publicMar 22
- Long weekendMar 20–Mar 22
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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