Kyoto Prefecture is once again offering its popular special hometown tax plan to view the 'Gozan no Okuribi,' a summer tradition in Kyoto.

1. Contents of the Return Gift 'Viewing the Gozan no Okuribi (Daimonji) from the Kyoto Prefectural Office (with meal)' - Meal at 'salon de 1904' inside the Important Cultural Property, the former Kyoto Prefectural Office main building. - Invitation to a night tour of the former main building led by a professional guide. - Viewing the Gozan no Okuribi (Daimonji) from the terrace on the 4th floor of the Prefectural Office Building No. 3. - Date/Time: Sunday, August 16, 2026, 18:00 (Meeting) to 20:30 (Dismissal). - Location: Kyoto Prefectural Office (Kamigyo-ku, Kyoto).

2. Application Period June 1, 2026 (Mon) to August 2, 2026 (Sun) *Ends when the capacity (40 people) is reached.

3. Donation Amount 50,000 yen per person.

4. How to Apply Accepted via the Furusato Choice website.

5. Notes - As this is a hometown tax return gift, residents of Kyoto Prefecture cannot apply. - Cancellations and refunds are not possible under the system, even if the bonfire is canceled.

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  • Source: PR TIMES
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