Heian Jingu Shrine
A Shinto shrine located in Sakyo Ward in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture which was erected in 1895 to commemorate the 1,100th anniversary of the foundation of the ancient capital of Heian-Kyo. The shrine is dedicated to Emperor Kammu and Emperor Komei. The main shrine building is a 5/8th scale replica of the Heian-Kyo government reception hall used during the time of Emperor Kammu. The shrine’s solemn vermillion lacquered buildings roofed with green glazed tiles and the white gravel covering the grounds are a spectacle to behold. The surrounding Japanese garden is strolling garden built around a central pond which is divided into four separate sections filled with splendid flowering plants and trees appropriate to the four seasons. The shrine is also famous for its weeping cherry trees in spring.
Spot details
Update date:2024.04.27
- Address
- Kyoto Kyoutoshi Sakyou-ku Okazakinishitennouchou Map
- Area
- Around Okazaki Area
- Phone
- 0757610221
- Hours
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6:00-18:00
[Shinen Visit] 8:30-17:30
※Depends on the season - Closed
- open everyday
- Fees
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[Worship fee] Free
[Shinen Admission fee]Adults600yen, Children300yen - Parking Lot
- Not available
- Credit Card
- Not available
- Smoking
- Available
- Wi-Fi
- Not available
- Can be enjoyed even on a rainy day
- Yes
- Estimated stay time
- 30-60 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available
- Infant friendly
- Available
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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