All Reviews of Yasaka Shrine

As a tourist, of course I had to check out Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto~

Uh... but honestly, my impression of this place is: hot, very hot, extremely hot.

And it seemed like there were many different areas inside where you could worship separately. It felt like there was no end to them.

But what left the biggest impression on me was that I actually ran into two underclassmen from high school here!

The two of them are now boyfriend and girlfriend.

(Nice job, buddy. He pursued her for a long time, but have they broken up now? Sorry, I'm so nosy.)

And my first thought when I saw her was! How was she wearing full makeup without it melting at all???

(Sorry, but I can only wear sunscreen, otherwise it would be terrifying...

I honestly thought it was seriously impressive 👍

The main thing is, they had already gone all the way up to worship at Kiyomizu-dera and then walked down here...

And me? I just kept wiping away sweat.

(It was so hot it was seriously miserable.

Then he even took a candid photo of me and sent it to my high school homeroom teacher. That was so mean...

Even more annoying, my homeroom teacher later sent the photo back to me. I wonder if it's because I teased him first before. Is this the teacher's revenge?

When visiting Kyoto's Higashiyama area, Yasaka Shrine is almost impossible to miss. After passing through the bustling Gion district, the vivid vermilion gate immediately catches your eye. Even before entering the shrine, you can feel the strong Kyoto atmosphere.

During this visit, besides experiencing the solemnity of the ancient shrine, I also enjoyed the natural mix of tourists and local residents. Whether you're praying, taking photos, or simply sitting down and taking in the rhythm of Kyoto, it all feels very relaxing. It's a place you shouldn't miss when visiting Kyoto.

Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto's Gion district is the head shrine. It's quite impressive and is also the site of Kyoto's Gion Festival. I've heard it's very lively, and I hope I'll have a chance to attend someday.

When I arrived at Yasaka Shrine, the first thing I saw was the magnificent, historic shrine building, which made me appreciate Kyoto's rich cultural heritage. I slowly strolled through the shrine grounds, admiring the traditional architecture, and felt much calmer. During my visit, I sincerely prayed for safety, good health, and a smooth journey, and it felt very fulfilling. The shrine is close to Gion and Hanamikoji Street, and the surrounding area is full of Kyoto charm. It was a memorable place on this trip and one I'd like to visit again.

This time I went to Osaka and Kyoto with my family. Every place we visited was beautiful and super photogenic, and we made so many great memories. I’d definitely go again next time!

I loved all the lanterns donated by local Gion shops. The view gets even more charming after they’re lit up at night 🤩

It’s a great place for a slow walk 🚶♀️ and to just soak in the atmosphere.

And it’s right by the Gion shopping street too!

Stopped by after visiting Kiyomizu-dera!

You can really soak up that classic Kyoto vibe here, including the surrounding area!

The buildings inside the shrine are really well preserved. The main hall's gorgeous decorations and intricate carvings show off the artistic beauty of traditional Japanese architecture.

The atmosphere with the lanterns lit up at night is absolutely stunning!

Kiyomizu-dera, Chion-in, Maruyama Park, and Hanamikoji are all in the same area, so you can visit them all in one go.