Yasaka Shrine

Yasaka Shrine

Nijunisha
Yasaka Shrine
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ค่าเข้าชม
Free
โกชูอิน
300 yen
การเดินทาง
5 min walk
เวลาทำการ
24 hours

ภาพรวม

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.

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การก่อตั้ง

📜ตามตำนาน
656 [Saimei 2]
869📄หลักฐานทางประวัติศาสตร์

Gion Goryo-e held for the first time to quell a plague, the origin of the Gion Matsuri

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primary Deity

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เครือข่ายศาลเจ้า

Gion (Yasaka) Head shrine (souhonsha)

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The Gion Matsuri originated in 869 as a ritual to stop a plague and has continued for over 1,100 years.

Source: documented

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The neighborhood of Gion takes its name from this shrine's historical association with the Buddhist Gion Shoja (Jetavana Monastery).

Source: documented

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anime / 2018
Jujutsu Kaisen
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Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto. Located in the Gion area referenced in the Kyoto Goodwill Event arc.

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Location Coordinates

35.0036, 135.7786

Physical Address

625 Gion-machi Kitagawa, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto-shi, Kyoto

Province historique

Yamashiro / Tanba / Tango

การเดินทาง

Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan)

5 min walk

เวลาทำการ

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

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.

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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: Plague Prevention, General Prosperity, Beauty.

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