Yasaka Shrine

八坂神社

At the eastern end of Shijō-dōri, at the edge of Gion, is the shrine responsible for Kyoto's main festival - the Gion Matsuri, which takes place in July. The shrine is small in comparison with many in Kyoto, but it boasts an impressive display of lanterns.

• free

Address

625 Gion-machi, Kitagawa-ku

Getting there

east end of Shijo-dori; nearest bus stop: Gion

Hours

Always open

Price

Admission is free

Website

yasaka-jinja.or.jp (opens in a new tab)