Culture
Heian Shrine in Kyoto
Todd WojnowskiThe Heian Shrine (Heian Jingu) is a major Shinto shrine in Kyoto, and is popular not only as a tourist spot but also as a religious..
Heian Shrine
The Heian Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The Shrine is ranked as a Beppyō Jinja by the Association of Shinto Shrines. It is listed as an important cultural property of Japan. [Wikipedia]
Overview
Address
Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto (Map) (Directions)Hours
6:00 - 17:30 Closed nowOpening Hours
Monday
6:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
6:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
6:00 - 17:30
Thursday
6:00 - 17:30
Friday
6:00 - 17:30
Saturday
6:00 - 17:30
Sunday
6:00 - 17:30
Holidays
6:00 - 17:30
Price
Free
Website
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Temples & Shrines
Kyoto's Heian Jingu Shrine
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Temples & Shrines
Kyoto Heian Jingu Shrine and Garden
Tomoko KamishimaKyoto Heian Jingu Shrine: Smaller version of the ancient Imperial Palace. There is also the lovely Shin-en Garden.
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New Year at Heian Jingu Shrine
Cathy CawoodSee kimonos, buy a snack from a food stall, and check your fortune for the New Year at Heian Jingu Shrine in Kyoto.
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Gardens & Parks
Heian Jingu Shrine Cherry Blossoms
Illaura RossiterIn Japan's former capital of Kyoto, the gardens at Heian Jingu shrine are especially renowned for their Yae red weeping cherry..
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Gardens & Parks
Heian Shrine Garden
Mandy BartokThe Heian Jingu Garden - known as the Shin'en - is a delight in all seasons for its ponds, stepping stone paths and moon viewing..
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Cherry Blossom at Heian Jingu
Cathy CawoodHeian Jingu looks especially lovely in spring when cherry blossoms are blooming in the courtyard and inner garden.
Activities
Naked Yorumode Heian Jingu 2021
Past EventNaked Yorumode Heian Jingu includes a brightly illuminated Oten-mon Gate (the front gate of the shrine), and various light and sound..
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