On March 8, 2024, International Women's Day, which celebrates the achievements of women and reflects on social participation and improving their rights, landmarks in Kyoto Prefecture, including Kyoto Tower (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City), were lit up. It was illuminated in yellow, a nod to the mimosa, the symbol of Women's Day.
In order to spread awareness about International Women's Day, the ''Shining Women Support Kyoto Conference'', which is made up of the prefecture, Kyoto city, economic organizations, etc., organized the project for the first time. ), six locations were lit up. Kyoto Tower was bathed in a faint yellow color, and people passing by were taking pictures with their smartphones.
The official Instagram account of the Kyoto Conference also publishes messages sent by Governor Takatoshi Nishiwaki, Kyoto City Mayor Koji Matsui, and others to support the advancement of women.
