World Heritage Ninnaji Temple｜Entry Ticket

Grab your ticket now for Omuro Flower Festival 2024. Experience the magic of
Ninna-ji Temple's Imperial Garden, a UNESCO site in Kyoto.

• Enjoy credit card payments with no ticketing fees or system usage fees

  
  

• Conveniently, purchase on the day of use is available

  
  

• Mark your calendars as the Omuro Flower Festival is held every year for a limited period (ended in 2024)

  
  

• Explore the historic Ninna-ji Temple

  
  

— What You Can Expect —

• Ninna-ji Temple

Embark on a journey through Ninna-ji Temple, founded in 888. Explore its vast
grounds, graced by national treasures like the Kondo and a rare Niomon Gate.
Wander through the palace, 'Ryoko-tei' and 'Hito-tei,' reminiscent of imperial
architecture. Don't miss the annual Flower Festival, where Omuro cherry
blossoms enchant visitors. Immerse yourself in centuries of history and
natural beauty at this World Heritage Site.

• Ninna-ji Flower Festival

Experience the vibrant colors of spring at Ninna-ji, as cherished trees and
bushes bloom in a breathtaking display. The annual Ninna-ji Flower Festival,
typically held from mid-March to early May, celebrates the enchanting Omuro
Sakura. These cherry trees deliberately kept low for aesthetic appeal, feature
large flowers with a sweet fragrance. Delight in the various varieties,
including the popular Omuro Ariake with its cloud-like white blossoms.

Discover the renowned Omuro Sakura, celebrated since the Edo period
(1603–1868) when Ninna-ji welcomed the public for cherry blossom viewing
(hanami). These cherry blossoms still draw crowds each spring, reaching full
bloom in mid-April alongside azaleas painting the scenery in shades of pink
and light purple. As the festival nears its end, maple trees offer a vibrant
green backdrop to the floral spectacle.

— Regarding the repair work of Hakushoin
Hakushoin

• At Ninna-ji Temple, repair work will begin on the White Shoin building, a registered tangible cultural property within the Ninna-ji Palace Garden, a nationally designated scenic spot. Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause, as the repair work will take a long time. Your understanding and cooperation are appreciated
• During the period when Hakushoin is closed to traffic (from January 2024 to March 2020), a temporary route will be set up through the south garden to take you to Shinden, Kuroshoin, and Reimeiden. Enjoy the Ninna-ji Imperial Palace Garden, offering a different view than usual

• Overall construction period: December 1, 2020, to March 31, 2020 (the construction period may be extended)

  
  

• Landscape maintenance: December 11th (Monday) to 13th (Wednesday), 2020. This includes partial removal of white gravel in the south garden, tree transplant work, etc

  
  

• Scaffolding installation: December 14th, 2020. This will continue until mid-March 2021