Hasedera Temple Night Table

step into the peaceful atmosphere of Hasedera Temple after sunset and experience Kamakura from a completely different perspective at Hasedera Temple Night Table. This special evening event brings together the beauty of a softly illuminated temple setting, live music, and the flavors of Kamakura and Shonan for an immersive cultural experience.

Guests can enjoy an exclusive walk through the illuminated temple grounds, where the evening light creates a serene and atmospheric setting surrounded by the temple's historic landscape. The experience continues with a special live concert at the Kannon Hall, offering an intimate musical moment within one of Kamakura's most distinctive spiritual surroundings.

The evening also features a garden-style dinner showcasing seasonal ingredients and local flavors from the Kamakura and Shonan area. The combination of food, music, art, and the tranquil temple environment creates a unique experience designed to engage all the senses.

The 2026 edition is planned for October 2–4, 2026, with limited attendance and advance registration. The published program runs from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM, including temple grounds exploration, the Kannon Hall concert, and a buffet-style dinner with free drinks.

Whether you are interested in Japanese culture, temple architecture, live music, local cuisine, or simply looking for an unforgettable evening in Kamakura, Hasedera Temple Night Table offers an atmospheric way to experience this historic temple after regular visiting hours.

Hasedera Temple Night Table offers a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Hasedera Temple in an intimate evening setting, bringing together art, music, food, and the atmosphere of a historic Japanese temple.

• Experience a special temple illumination: Enjoy an exclusive evening walk through Hasedera's illuminated grounds, where the greenery is transformed by atmospheric lighting before the autumn foliage season.

• Enjoy a unique live concert: Experience a special one-night performance inside the Kannon Hall, creating an intimate musical atmosphere surrounded by the temple's spiritual setting.

• Taste local Kamakura and Shonan cuisine: Enjoy a garden-style buffet featuring seasonal ingredients, including local Kamakura vegetables and other flavors from the Shonan area.

• Discover Japanese culture in a different way: The event combines the traditional beauty of a historic temple with contemporary music and dining, making it more than a typical sightseeing experience.

• Enjoy a limited and intimate experience: With only 55 general tickets available each day, the event is designed as a small-scale, special evening rather than a large public gathering.

• Create memorable evening moments: From the illuminated temple grounds to live music and dinner under the evening atmosphere, every part of the experience is designed to engage the senses.