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Traditionally dated to 656 CE, Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine) anchors Kyoto's Gion geisha district and is the spiritual home of Gion Matsuri, Kyoto's most famous festival, dating to 869 CE.

Best season

Year-round; peak at new year · April · July (gion matsuri)

Crowd level

Popular

Rating

4.4· 33,134 reviews

Opening hours

Grounds open 24 hours; free admission

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station

Gion-Shijo Station (Keihan Line) or Higashiyama Station, 5-10 min walk

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