Yasaka Shrine

Kyoto, Japan

Why Yasaka Shrine is worth your time

A prominent Shinto shrine at the edge of Gion, famous for its vermilion gate, lantern-lit grounds, and role in the Gion Matsuri festival. A central landmark for experiencing Kyoto's spiritual and festival culture.

• Category: attraction
• Rated 4.1 by 1704 reviewers

More things to do in Kyoto

• Fushimi Inari Taisha
• Kinkaku-ji
• Kiyomizu-dera
• Nijō Castle
• Arashiyama
• Gion

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