Hiromine Shrine
廣峯神社
Hyogo · Himeji-shi
Gion (Yasaka) prevention des epidemies
Yasaka Shrine
Yasaka Shrine
Nijunisha
Tarif
Free
Goshuin
300 yen
Acces
5 min walk
Horaires
24 hours
Vue d'ensemble
Yasaka Shrine stands at the eastern end of Kyoto's Shijo-dori, marking the entrance to the historic Gion district. As the head of approximately 2,300 Yasaka and Gion shrines, it holds a central position in the worship of Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine is most famous as the home of the Gion Matsuri, widely considered Japan's greatest festival. Originating in 869 as a ritual to halt a devastating plague, the festival has grown into a month-long celebration throughout July, featuring magnificent float processions that are UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The shrine is also beloved for Maruyama Park behind it, Kyoto's most popular cherry blossom viewing spot, where the famous weeping cherry tree creates a magical scene when illuminated at night.
Histoire
Fondation
📜Selon la tradition
656 [Saimei 2]
869📄Atteste par les sources
Gion Goryo-e held for the first time to quell a plague, the origin of the Gion Matsuri
Divinites venerees
⛩
primary Deity
Bienfaits
Reseau de sanctuaires
Gion (Yasaka) Head shrine (souhonsha)
A savoir
💡
The Gion Matsuri originated in 869 as a ritual to stop a plague and has continued for over 1,100 years.
Source: documented
💡
The neighborhood of Gion takes its name from this shrine's historical association with the Buddhist Gion Shoja (Jetavana Monastery).
Source: documented
Dans la pop culture
anime / 2018
Jujutsu Kaisen Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto. Located in the Gion area referenced in the Kyoto Goodwill Event arc.
Infos pratiques
Location Coordinates
35.0036, 135.7786
Physical Address
625 Gion-machi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto
Province historique
Yamashiro / Tanba / Tango
Acces
Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan)
5 min walk
Horaires
24 hours
Bus
City Bus #100/206 to Gion
Meilleure saison
July (Gion Matsuri)spring (cherry blossoms in Maruyama Park)
Langues etrangeres
English (pamphlet)
Accessibilite
Partial
Site officiel
https://www.yasaka-jinja.or.jp/
Informations visiteurs verifiees le 2026-04-06. Consultez le site officiel pour les details actuels.
Pourquoi ce sanctuaire
Home of the Gion Matsuri, Japan's most spectacular festival. A living center of Kyoto culture at the heart of the Gion district.
Sanctuaires lies
Hikawa Shrine (Omiya)
氷川神社
Saitama · Saitama (Omiya)
Hikawa Ichinomiya rencontre amoureuse
Nezu Shrine
根津神社
Tokyo · Bunkyo
Indépendant protection contre le mal
Kanasana Shrine
金鑚神社
Saitama · Kamikawa
Indépendant Ichinomiya protection contre l'incendie
Hikawa Shrine (Kawagoe)
氷川神社（川越）
Saitama · Kawagoe
Hikawa liens amoureux
Akasaka Hikawa Shrine
赤坂氷川神社
Tokyo · Minato-ku
Hikawa liens amoureux
Questions frequentes
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What is Yasaka Shrine?
Yasaka Shrine stands at the eastern end of Kyoto's Shijo-dori, marking the entrance to the historic Gion district. As the head of approximately 2,300 Yasaka and Gion shrines, it holds a central position in the worship of Susanoo-no-Mikoto. The shrine is most famous as the home of the Gion Matsuri, widely considered Japan's greatest festival. Originating in 869 as a ritual to halt a devastating plague, the festival has grown into a month-long celebration throughout July, featuring magnificent float processions that are UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The shrine is also beloved for Maruyama Park behind it, Kyoto's most popular cherry blossom viewing spot, where the famous weeping cherry tree creates a magical scene when illuminated at night.
Where is Yasaka Shrine located?
Yasaka Shrine is located in Kyoto-shi, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto. The full address is: 625 Gion-machi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto.
What deities are enshrined at Yasaka Shrine?
The enshrined deities are: Susanoo no Mikoto.
What blessings can you pray for at Yasaka Shrine?
Yasaka Shrine is known for: prevention des epidemies, prosperite generale, beaute.
How do I get to Yasaka Shrine?
The nearest station is Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan). It is about a 5-minute walk from the station. City Bus #100/206 to Gion