On the night of February 8, 2025, the snowiest day of the winter, Kifune Shrine in Kifune, Sakyo Ward, known as the "inner parlor" of Kyoto City, was lit up for a special event that only took place on snowy days. Many tourists were fascinated by the fantastic sight.

The approach to Kifune Shrine is covered in pure white snow and lit up at night (6:28 p.m. on February 8, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City)

Kifune was covered in 10 to 15 centimeters of snow that day, and the "snowy day only" lighting was held.

Worshippers walk along the snow-covered approach to Kifune Shrine, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City, February 8, 6:10 p.m.

When the lighting started on the approach to the shrine, many tourists cheered. Snow had piled up on the stone steps, and tourists slowly climbed up, holding onto the handrails.

People taking photos of the snow-covered approach to the shrine (7:24 p.m., February 8, Kifune Shrine, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City)

A man in his 30s who had come with a friend to take photos commented, "The contrast between white and vermilion is beautiful, and I feel like I'm in winter in Kyoto."