The most beautiful Shinto shrines in Kyoto

10/08/2019

Shinto is Japan's oldest religion. Shinto, also known as Shintoism, means "the way of the gods," and therefore, shrines are not only places of worship but also dwelling places for spirits. There are approximately 400 Shinto shrines in Kyoto, and choosing the most beautiful ones to visit is no easy task...

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

Đền Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

Cổng đền Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Gate

Lối vào đền Fushimi Inari Taisha

Entrance to Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of Kyoto's most beautiful and famous scenic spots. It is also the city's most sacred Shinto shrine. Tourists can easily get there by bus.

  • Address:68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 612-0882

Heian Jingu Shrine

Đền Heian Jingu

Heian Jingu Shrine

Cổng chính đền Heian Jingu

Main gate of Heian Jingu Shrine

Một khu vườn trong đền Heian Jingu

A garden within the Heian Jingu Temple.

Heian Jingu is one of Japan's most beautiful temple complexes, boasting enchanting gardens. It's a relatively new temple, built in 1895 to commemorate the 1100th anniversary of Kyoto being chosen as Japan's capital.

  • Address:Okazaki Nishitennocho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 606-8341

Yasaka Jinja Shrine

Đền Yasaka Jinja ở Gion

Yasaka Jinja Shrine in Gion

Cổng sơn son của đền Yasaka Jinja

The vermilion-painted gate of Yasaka Jinja Shrine

Đèn lồng giấy ở đền Yasaka Jinja

Paper lanterns at Yasaka Jinja Shrine

Yasaka Jinja is a vibrant and bustling temple in the heart of the city, overlooking the Gion district, a popular entertainment area for geisha. It is one of Kyoto's most important temples and has a long-standing connection to the geisha community. Yasaka Jinja is also the venue for the famous Gion Matsuri festival, held annually throughout July.

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  • Address: 625Gionmachi Kitagawa, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 605-0073

Shimogamo Jinja Shrine

Cổng đền Shimogamo

Shimogamo Shrine Gate

Sân khấu tại đền Shimogamo

Stage at Shimogamo Shrine

Suối ước nguyện trong đền Shimogamo Jinja

Wishing Stream at Shimogamo Jinja Shrine

Shimigamo Jinja is one of the oldest temples in Kyoto. Located at the confluence of the Takano and Kamo rivers, it is surrounded by a 600-year-old ancient forest, imbued with a wild and mystical atmosphere.

  • Address:59 Shimogamo Izumikawacho, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto, 606-0807

Kifune Jinja Shrine

Ngày đẹp trời ở đền Kifune Jinja

A beautiful day at Kifune Jinja Shrine

Buổi tối trong đền Kifune Jinja

Evening at Kifune Jinja

Kifume Jinja Shrine is situated on a hill quite far from the bustling city below. The stone steps combined with red lanterns create a captivating and magical scene throughout all four seasons.

  • Address:〒601-1112 Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto, Sakyo Ward, Kuramakibunecho, 180

Kamigamo Jinja Shrine

Lâu môn tại đền Kamigamo Jinja

The main gate at Kamigamo Jinja Shrine

Quang cảnh trong đền Kamigamo

View inside Kamigamo Shrine

Đạo sĩ và đạo cô ở đền Kamigamo Jinja

Taoist priests and nuns at Kamigamo Jinja Shrine

Kamigamo Jinja Shrine was once patronized by the Tokugawa shoguns throughout the Heian period. Today, Kamigamo Shrine is officially recognized as one of the Kanpei-Taisha (官币大社), meaning a shrine of the highest rank supported by the government.

  • Address:339 Kamigamo Motoyama, Kita Ward, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture 603-8047, Japan
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