Admission
Free
Also called Yasaka
Higashiyama, Kyoto Prefecture
At a Glance
Yasaka Shrine's history is said to go back more than 1,300 years.
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Within 300 m Within 600 m
Visit after dusk to see Yasaka Shrine's lantern-lit grounds at their most atmospheric.
If you plan to see Kyoto during Gion Matsuri, include Yasaka Shrine because of its especially strong connection to the festival.
Yasaka Shrine has deep ties to Gion Matsuri, one of Kyoto's most famous traditional festivals.
Pair your visit with a walk in Gion and nearby Higashiyama, since the shrine sits right between these sightseeing areas.
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Yasaka Shrine's history is said to go back more than 1,300 years.
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