The “Kyogashi Exhibition 2026 — Kan’ei Gyoko Picture Scroll,” held at two venues,
Yuhisai Kodokan and the Former Mitsui Family Shimogamo Villa,
from October 1, successfully concluded on Thursday, October 15.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the many visitors
who joined us during the exhibition.

For the 2026 Kyogashi Exhibition, we invited submissions inspired by the theme “Kan’ei Gyoko Picture Scroll”
and received numerous entries not only from across Japan but also from overseas.
We hope that the thoughts and inspirations embodied in each piece of kyogashi (traditional Kyoto confectionery),
together with their delicate colors and imaginative designs,
offered visitors an opportunity to appreciate the beauty and richness of Kan’ei Culture.

And on Sunday, December 6,
another special event will take place: a reenactment of the Kan’ei Gyoko procession through the streets of Kyoto.
As we reflect on the culture and aesthetic sensibilities of 400 years ago,
we warmly invite you to experience the historic Imperial procession brought to life once again in present-day Kyoto.
▶ Kan’ei Gyoko 400th Anniversary Festival Official Website
https://kaneigyoko400.jp/

Finally, we extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who submitted works for the exhibition,
all those who visited, and everyone whose support and cooperation made the event possible.

October 2026
Kyogashi Exhibition Organizing Office