Heian Jingu Shrine

平安神宮

Grand Shinto shrine built 1895 to commemorate Kyoto's 1,100th anniversary. Features one of Japan's largest torii gates (24.4m high, 33m wide). Architecture is 5/8 scale replica of original Heian Imperial Palace. Shin-en garden (33,000㎡) with spectacular weeping cherries and water lilies.

Visit: 1 hour shrine only, 1.5-2 hours including garden (highly recommended)

Entrance: Shrine free, Shin-en garden 600 yen adults, 300 yen children

Hours: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (shrine), Shin-en garden 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Mar-Oct 14), 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Oct 15-Feb), last entry 30 min before close

Highlights & Must-See Features

Massive vermilion torii gate (24.4m high) - one of largest in Japan
Beautiful Shin-en strolling garden (33,000㎡, 4 sections)
Spectacular weeping cherry trees over pond (spring)
Traditional architecture - replica of Heian Palace
Jidai Matsuri historical costume festival (Oct 22)
Water lilies and irises (June)
Peaceful despite city center location

📍 How to Get There

Nearest Station

Higashiyama Station (Tozai Subway) - 10 minutes walk

Step-by-Step Directions

1 From Kyoto Station: Bus 5 or 100 to Kyoto Kaikan Bijutsukan-mae (30 minutes)
2 From Higashiyama Station: 10 minute walk north
3 Located in Okazaki Park cultural district
4 Near Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art, ROHM Theatre, Zoo

Location & Maps

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Latitude: 35.016174

Longitude: 135.782845

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Best Time to Visit

Spring (late March-mid April) for spectacular weeping cherries over pond in garden - absolutely stunning. June for irises and water lilies. Autumn foliage (November). Jidai Matsuri festival October 22.