祭 · Traditional rite
Shichi-Go-San at Shimogamo Shrine
下鴨神社の七五三詣
Shichi-Go-San at Shimogamo Shrine (Kamomioya-jinja): prayers from 5,000 yen, reception 9:00–16:30 with no reservation needed; the prayer takes about 30 minutes.
Same day nearby
05:00
To-ji Garakuta-ichi Flea Market
Runs Nov 1 – Jan 3
Kobo's sibling: the same To-ji, a smaller market
06:00
Ohara Wai-Wai Morning Market
Runs Oct 18 – Jan 10
Farm direct: Ohara vegetables and food
09:00
Totonou Marche & Komachi Handmade Market at Zuishin-in
Runs Nov 1 – Dec 6
A fixed monthly handmade market on the first Sunday (closed January, February, July and August).