Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine)
Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine)
Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine)

Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine) Tours and Tickets

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Yasaka Shrine–called Yasaka Jinja in Japanese and sometimes still referred to by its old name, Gion Shrine–is a popular and important Shinto shrine in Kyoto’s Gion neighborhood. Thought to have been founded in the 7th century, the shrine has patronized local arts for centuries and is home to the lively Gion Matsuri (festival) in July.

  • 625 Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama, Kyoto, 605-0073

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Adriana_B, Oct 2023
Super !!
We enjoyed it a lot ! Our guide Pohey was so kind explaining everything and switching English to Chinese language to accommodate everyone ! Highly recommended
LindaWarfel, Oct 2023
Well organized Kyoto tour experience
The guide, Alice, provided great maps to show each tour stop details. No one got lost so the tours was well organized. Visiting times per stop were a reasonable duration.
Marona_M, Mar 2022
Wonderful Gion evening...
Wonderful Gion evening tour! We had a great night with our friends taking great pictures during the tour and getting to know the history of Gion district, the difference between Maiko and Geiko. Very informative tour! specially we had an awesome tour guide name: Mari san! Thank you so much!
Jing_D, Aug 2023
Spiritual journey
Enjoyed the tour together with my son. Bus left a bit late but was still able to catch up with schedule. Tor guide spoke English and Chinese. She made sure to keep everyone comfortable. Highly recommended at best price!