Continuing east from the Gion main street, the central commercial district of Kyoto, along the Kiyomizu main street, you’ll come across a large shrine known as Yasaka Shrine. Originally called Gion Shrine, it later adopted the name Yasaka Shrine. “Important Shrine in Kyoto, Yasaka Shrine” Yasaka Shrine is located at the eastern end of the Shijo-dori shopping street in Kyoto, ...
This photo, considered one of Kyoto’s iconic images, features the backdrop of “Hokanji” located near Kiyomizu-dera. The path to Kiyomizu-dera, known as Ninen-zaka and Sannen-zaka, often provides a picturesque view of Hokanji, making it a popular spot for photography. “Hokanji, recognized as one of Japan’s iconic views in Kyoto.” Hokanji holds a significant place among Kyoto’s iconic views. When traveling ...
In the eastern part of Kyoto’s Gion Street, you’ll come across a large shrine easily accessible through a main street entrance. This shrine is known as “Yasaka Shrine,” situated at the eastern end of Gion Street in Kyoto. Originally named Kiyomizu Shrine, it was later changed to Yasaka Shrine. “Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto Gion” The name “Yasaka” comes from a ...