Yasaka Shrine
八坂神社
shrine in
Kyoto
#19 in Kyoto
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#179 in Japan
Yasaka Shrine, located in Kyoto, Japan, is one of the most famous and historically significant Shinto shrines in the country. Established over 1,350 years ago, it is dedicated to the deity Susanoo-no-Mikoto and his consort Kushinadahime. The shrine is known for its beautiful architecture, including the iconic vermilion gates and the main hall. Yasaka Shrine is also the host of the Gion Matsuri, one of Japan’s most famous annual festivals, which takes place every July.
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