Morning Openings at the Sugimoto Residence (August & September): “Start Your Day with Peace in a Kyo-machiya”
The 150-year-old Sugimoto Residence is open to the public in the mornings in August and September.
Immerse yourself in the tranquil morning shadows of the Sugimoto Residence and begin your day in peace.
Experience a summer morning just as Kyotoites do.
Experience
– Learn how Kyotoites spend summer from a housekeeper, with a guided introduction to the highlights of the Sugimoto Residence
– Try uchimizu, the traditional practice of sprinkling water on the floor to cool and purify the space
– Spend a relaxing morning in your favorite spot within the residence, with beverage service available
| Open Days and Time | – Friday, August 8 – Sunday, August 10 – Friday, August 15 – Sunday, August 17 – Friday, August 22 – Sunday, August 24 – Friday, September 12 – Sunday, September 14 – Friday, September 19 – Sunday, September 21 – Friday, September 26- Sunday, September 28 *Closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday |
| Open Time | (1) 7:30 a.m. – (2) 8:30 a.m. – |
| Reservation | Reservations required *Please click the reservation button below. *The program is conducted in small groups and will close once capacity is reached. We would appreciate your cooperation in avoiding any cancellations or changes. |
| Admission Fee | 2,000 yen (1,000 yen for high school students or under) |
| Contact | Phone: 075-344-5724 *For inquiries in English, please use the contact form on our website. (Please note that it may take some time for us to reply.) |
*Upon entering the residence, visitors are required to wear socks to protect the important cultural property (Stockings for women are not acceptable).
* Professional cameras and tripods are not permitted. While smartphone photography is allowed, we kindly ask visitors to refrain from taking photos for commercial purposes or capturing images of the exhibits.
*Please note that English-language guidance is not available.
