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An intimate gathering of Mind, Nature, and Sound, shared through nourishment, art, and culture. Guided by Myō, a Zen Buddhist philosophy that reveals the extraordinary within the ordinary, Chapters extends the Wonderfruit ethos beyond Thailand through Japanese culture, art, craftsmanship, and contemplative practices. In partnership with Toho Leo, Chapters Kyoto marks our first international gathering in Kyoto, Japan.

Unlike the annual Wonderfruit gathering in December at Siam Country Club, Chapters Kyoto is an intimate gathering of around 100 guests, unfolding across Kyoto's diverse landscapes, cultural spaces, and creative studios rather than in a single location. Each day offers a carefully curated schedule designed to invite deeper engagement with individual practices, people, and places. While intimate in scale, Chapters remains rooted in Wonderfruit's core exploration of Mind, Nature and Sound.

Chapters Kyoto will take place from 22–25 October 2026 across 20+ venues throughout Kyoto, Japan.

Our capacity is approximately 100 guests.

The experience will be conducted in Japanese and English, with translation support available throughout the journey.

We recommend attending all four days to fully experience Chapters Kyoto. However, attendance for the entire duration is not mandatory. Your ticket includes access to the complete experience, and the ticket price cannot be adjusted or refunded for any experiences or days you choose not to attend.

Yes. A detailed schedule will be shared with confirmed ticket holders via email before the event.

The full program will be announced in August 2026.

Your ticket includes access to the Chapters Kyoto experience only. Accommodation and travel to and from Kyoto are not included. Breakfast is included for guests staying at Dusit Thani Kyoto. Daily event transportation will depart from and return to Dusit Thani Kyoto, so guests staying elsewhere will be responsible for arranging their own transportation between their accommodation and Dusit Thani Kyoto.

As Chapters Kyoto is an intimate gathering with limited capacity, only registered ticket holders may attend. Unfortunately, guests without a ticket cannot join or accompany ticket holders.

To ensure a smooth guest experience, tickets are non-transferable once purchased.

Accommodation is not included in the ticket price. However, Dusit Thani Kyoto is our official accommodation partner. We have reserved a limited number of rooms at a special rate for Chapters Kyoto guests. Please contact us at info@chapterskyoto.co to make a reservation.

No, flights are not included in the ticket price. Please arrange your flights separately.

Your ticket includes access to all four days of Chapters Kyoto experiences, daily transportation departing from and returning to Dusit Thani Kyoto for all guided experiences, as well as lunch and dinner throughout the program.

You can register to purchase a ticket here. We recommend registering early as Chapters Kyoto is an intimate gathering limited to 100 guests.

No. Transportation between the airport, railway station and your accommodation is not included in the Chapters Kyoto ticket. Guests are responsible for arranging and covering the cost of their own airport or railway-station transfers.

The Closing Ceremony concludes on the evening of 25 October 2026.

We recommend arranging your onward journey or departing flight for 26 October 2026 or later, allowing time for a relaxed and unhurried departure.

Guests should plan to arrive at their accommodation in Kyoto on 22 October 2026 by 2 PM.

Arriving by this time will give you time to check in and settle into your hotel before The Opening Ceremony begins in the early evening.

Shuttles to The Opening Ceremony will depart from Dusit Thani Kyoto, the primary meeting point for Chapters Kyoto shuttle services.

For guests already staying in Tokyo, the Tokaido Shinkansen is generally the most convenient option. It connects central Tokyo directly with Kyoto Station and avoids airport check-in, security and airport-to-city transfers.

From central Tokyo

Board the Shinkansen at either:

• Tokyo Station

• Shinagawa Station

The fastest Nozomi services travel from Tokyo to Kyoto in approximately two hours.

Advance reservations: SmartEX—Official Shinkansen Online Reservation

SmartEX allows international guests to purchase tickets and reserve seats online before arriving in Japan. During designated peak travel periods, Nozomi services operate with reserved seating only, so advance booking is strongly recommended.

Kansai International Airport (KIX)

KIX is the primary international gateway for Kyoto and the recommended airport for guests arriving from outside Japan. Travel time from KIX to central Kyoto is generally 75–120 minutes, depending on your chosen mode of transportation and traffic conditions.

Osaka International Airport, Itami (ITM)

Itami Airport primarily serves domestic flights within Japan and is closer to Kyoto than KIX. A direct limousine bus connects the airport with Kyoto Station in approximately 50 minutes.

Our room allocation covers stays from 22–26 October 2026. Additional nights, up to two days before or after the event, may also be requested, subject to availability.

As autumn is peak season in Kyoto, rooms are already fully booked through the Dusit website. We have reserved a limited number of rooms exclusively for Chapters Kyoto attendees at special rates, subject to availability.

After purchasing your Chapters Kyoto ticket, please contact our team at info@chapterskyoto.co to request a stay at our partner hotel, Dusit Thani Kyoto. Accommodation is an additional cost and is not included in your Chapters Kyoto ticket. Room options and special rates will be shared privately upon inquiry.

These special attendee rates are available until 29 September and will no longer be available after this date.

Contact: info@chapterskyoto.co

As the Closing Ceremony concludes on the evening of 25 October 2026, we recommend checking out on 26 October 2026, or arranging a later departure if you plan to extend your stay in Kyoto.

We recommend arriving at your accommodation in Kyoto by 2:00 PM on 22 October 2026. This allows sufficient time to check in and prepare before the Opening Ceremony begins in the early evening.

Shuttles to the Opening Ceremony will depart from Dusit Thani Kyoto, the primary meeting point for Chapters Kyoto shuttle services.

As autumn is peak season in Kyoto, rooms are already fully booked through the Dusit website. We have reserved a limited number of rooms exclusively for Chapters Kyoto attendees at special rates, subject to availability.

After purchasing your Chapters Kyoto ticket, please contact our team at info@chapterskyoto.co to request a stay at our partner hotel, Dusit Thani Kyoto. Accommodation is an additional cost and is not included in your Chapters Kyoto ticket. Room options and special rates will be shared privately upon inquiry.

These special attendee rates are available until 29 September and will no longer be available after this date.

Contact: info@chapterskyoto.co

Autumn is peak season in Kyoto, and Dusit Thani Kyoto is already sold out online for the Chapters Kyoto dates. We've reserved a limited number of rooms at special rates exclusively for Chapters Kyoto ticket holders, available only by booking directly through our team.

Accommodation requests are open until 29 September 2026, subject to availability. As autumn is peak season in Kyoto, we recommend arranging your stay as early as possible. We will be unable to assist with accommodation requests after this date.

Guests staying at Dusit Kyoto will have access to complimentary car transfers between Kyoto Station and the hotel. Further details will be shared prior to your arrival.

Breakfast is included with your stay at Dusit Thani Kyoto.

Payment is made directly to Dusit Thani Kyoto upon arrival.

Available room types and special rates will be shared upon inquiry and are subject to the remaining room allocation.

Yes, depending on the available room type. Please include your guest’s details when submitting your request. Please note that guests should also have a Chapters Kyoto ticket in order to attend the experiences.

Our room allocation covers stays from 22–26 October. Additional nights, up to two days before or after the event, may also be requested, subject to availability.

No. Rooms are limited and subject to availability, so we recommend requesting your accommodation as soon as possible after purchasing your ticket.

No booking code is required. These special rates are available only when booking through the Chapters Kyoto team. Once your room has been confirmed, we’ll send your reservation details.

Please ensure that the name on your hotel reservation matches the name on your Chapters Kyoto ticket, which must be purchased before requesting your hotel reservation.

Yes. You’re welcome to arrange your own accommodation. Please note that Dusit Thani Kyoto is our partner hotel and will serve as the main departure point for daily Chapters Kyoto transport and activities. You will have to arrange your own transport to and from Dusit Thani Kyoto for each activity.