Jōnan-gū Shrine

Although Jōnan-gū Shrine is rarely visited by foreign tourists, it is a beautiful shrine with extensive history. It was established by Emperor Kammu when Kyoto became the nation's capital. At the end of the Heian period, it became home to retired emperor Goshirakawa. As a result, the beautiful Rakusui-en Garden was constructed. As a former Imperial Villa, Jōnan-gū Shrine is a great alternative for those who are unable to secure reservations to Shugakuin or Katsura Imperial Villas, because no reservations are required to enter Jōnan-gū Shrine's garden.

• history
• outdoors

Address

7 Nakashima Tobarikyū-chō, Fushimi-ku

Hours

Daily 09:00-16:30

Price

Entrance to the shrine grounds is free, but the garden costs ¥500 to enter

Website

jonangu.com (opens in a new tab)