{"id":16009,"date":"2026-09-18T15:24:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T06:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/?p=16009"},"modified":"2026-10-14T15:57:37","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T06:57:37","slug":"kyoto-in-february","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/kyoto-in-february\/","title":{"rendered":"Kyoto in February: Weather, Festivals &amp; What to Know Before You Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">February is a transitional month in Kyoto, still winter during the earlier days, but as the month progresses, the first hints of spring begin to show. The city is quiet, plum blossoms (ume) start to open, and the bean-throwing festival of Setsubun, brings a burst of energy to temples and shrines across town. If you\u2019re thinking of visiting Kyoto in February, read on to find out what to look forward to as well as a few dates to plan around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-696x464.jpeg\" alt=\"Kitanotenmangu Shrine in Kyoto Japan\" class=\"wp-image-16010\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4979520187244002;width:2560px;height:auto\" title=\"\u4eac\u90fd \u9280\u95a3\u5bfa\u306e\u51ac\u3068\u96ea\u666f\u8272\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-696x464.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-430x287.jpeg 430w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-1536x1025.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AdobeStock_277975571.Route16-2048x1366.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9\ufe0e Route16| Adobe Stock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list is-style-toc\">\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/kyoto-in-february\/#weather\">What&#8217;s the Weather Like in Kyoto in February?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/kyoto-in-february\/#events\">Events in Kyoto in February<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/kyoto-in-february\/#keep-in-mind\">To Keep in Mind: Setsubun (February 3, 2027)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"weather\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What&#8217;s the Weather Like in Kyoto in February?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>Although the weather is slightly milder than January, February is still a cold month in Kyoto. It does tend to get warmer during the daytime, but temperatures can dip close to or below freezing during the night. We recommend packing and wearing layers, so you can adjust accordingly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like January, there is still the occasional chance for light snowfall during the early days of February in Kyoto. If you\u2019re lucky, you may be able to catch a coveted view of Kinkaku-ji Temple or Kiyomizudera covered in a light dusting of snow during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"events\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Events in Kyoto in February<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"setsubun-the-bean-throwing-festival\"><strong>Setsubun \u2014 The Bean-Throwing Festival<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Setsubun is the traditional boundary between winter and spring, and is celebrated at temples and shrines throughout Kyoto with bean-throwing ceremonies meant to drive away bad luck and welcome good fortune. Yasaka Shrine holds one of the city\u2019s most distinct versions on February 2 and 3, where geiko and maiko from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/kyoto-hanamachi-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kyoto\u2019s hanamachi (maiko and geiko districts)<\/a> take part in the bean-throwing, drawing large and enthusiastic crowds. Mibu-dera Temple, Yoshida Shrine, and Fushimi Inari Shrine all hold popular Setsubun festivities, and you can also find smaller, more local festivities held at neighborhood shrines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plum-blossoms-ume\"><strong>Plum Blossoms (Ume)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Late February is when Kyoto\u2019s plum blossoms, or ume, take center stage, arriving weeks before the cherry blossoms of spring. Unlike cherry blossom season, which goes by quite quickly, plum blossoms tend to bloom gradually over several weeks, giving visitors a wider window to catch them at their best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"baika-sai-plum-blossom-festival-at-kitano-tenmangu-shrine-february-25\"><strong>Baika-sai Plum Blossom Festival at Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (February 25)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On February 25th each year, Kitano Tenmangu Shrine holds Baika-sai, a festival commemorating the death of Sugawara no Michizane, the deified scholar enshrined there. The highlight is an outdoor tea ceremony held among the blooming plum trees, where maiko and geiko from the nearby <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-kyoto-kamishichiken\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kamishichiken<\/a> hanamachi serve tea to visitors. It is a rare chance to see maiko and geiko outside of teahouses, which require introductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"keep-in-mind\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">To Keep in Mind: Setsubun (February 3, 2027)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning to visit in February, Setsubun is the date to build your itinerary around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike New Year or Silver Week, Setsubun is not a public holiday. This means that it won\u2019t bring the same strain on transportation that other holidays may bring. You will, however, see larger crowds at popular shrines holding Setsubun festivities. We recommend arriving early to ensure you have a good view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Outside of Setsubun, February is generally considered a quieter and calmer month to visit Kyoto city, as the New Year holidays have finished in January and the cherry blossoms do not bloom until late March-early April. For more on our recommendations on the best times to visit Japan, read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/when-is-the-best-time-to-visit-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guide on the best time to visit Japan.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped is-style-slider wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" data-id=\"12035\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Izuki-machiya-exterior-696x464.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Izuki-machiya-exterior-696x464.webp 696w, 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https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ichika_6-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/ichika_6.webp 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ready-to-experience-kyoto-in-february\">Ready to Experience Kyoto in February?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no better place to stay in Kyoto during the month of February than a traditional machiya house in the heart of the city. Choose from locations close to Yasaka Shrine for Setsubun, or with convenient access to Kitano Tenmangu for the plum blossoms and Baika-sai, and more. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MACHIYA INNS &amp; HOTELS<\/a>, our properties in Kyoto city put the city at your doorstep. Our friendly guest services team can always help advise you on how to enjoy the city and the events offered during your stay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/offers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/bn_winterLP_EN3-696x464.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16024\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5;width:696px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/bn_winterLP_EN3-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/bn_winterLP_EN3-430x287.jpg 430w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/bn_winterLP_EN3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/bn_winterLP_EN3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re looking to make a reservation for a stay in February, be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/offers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">offer page<\/a> for special rates at select Kyoto machiya, available exclusively through our official website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/machiyalocals.com\/?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><picture><source media=\"(max-width: 600px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/mih_new\/asset\/images\/common\/random_sp.gif\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/wp\/wp-content\/themes\/mih_new\/asset\/images\/common\/random_pc.gif\" alt=\"\"\/><\/picture><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph iC-txt\">Book a table at locally-loved restaurants to enjoy exquisite&nbsp;<em>kaiseki<\/em>&nbsp;(course-style) Japanese dinners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-articles-you-may-be-interested-in\">Other articles you may be interested in:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u30fb<a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/things-to-do-kyoto-winter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kyoto in Winter: Local Recommendations on Things to do in Kyoto<\/a><br>\u30fb<a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/goshuincho-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A Guide to Goshuincho: Where to Buy and How to Use a Goshuin Book<\/a><br>\u30fb<a href=\"https:\/\/www.machiya-inn-japan.com\/blog\/10-best-things-to-do-in-kyoto-japan-according-to-locals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Best Things to Do in Kyoto, Japan<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>February is a transitional month in Kyoto, still winter during the earlier days, but as the month progresses, the first hints of spring begin to show. 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