There are some streets that I really love in Kyoto, and Heian Jingu Michi is one of them. It stretches from Heian Shrine to Maruyama Park. Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art stands near Heian Shrine. A big red torii spans the road nearby and small touristy shops line the sides of the street. Beyond Sanjo Street it passes antique stores, restaurants and some beautiful hotels, then reaches Shoren-in Temple with a wonderful old tree that spreads its branches over moss covered roots. I often visited this tree, and I prefer its quiet green beauty to all the blossom laden sakura of spring time. Near Maruyama Park stands the huge gate of Chion-in.
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Heian Jingu Michi
Shrines, museums, temples and autumn scenery

By Cathy Cawood
Community writer

Moss covered roots at the entrance to Shoren-in

This street is a pleasant place for a stroll, especially in autumn.

Steps at Shoren-in

A glimpse of red maple leaves in Shoren-in's garden

A man sweeping leaves into a pile

Red maple leaves glow behind the wall

The massive gate of Chion-in

Big red torii and bridge over the canal

Street signs near the bridge, where Heian Jingu Michi crosses Niomon Dori

Rickshaws wait for passengers near Okazaki Park

The imposing gate of Heian Jingu Shrine

Heian Jingu Shrine
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Anonymous
10 years ago
Wow every corner is beautiful and looks tranquil! Would love to visit there soon
It's a wonderful street - I hope you can see it for yourself soon!
Laura Weaver
10 years ago
Lovely article, definitely a place to visit!
I'm sure you'll enjoy it!
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