Yaku Shrine

📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 625 North Side Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Post Goshuin Post Visit

📿 Goshuin Info

Hours

9:00–17:00

Fee

¥500

Direct-write

Available

Pre-written

Available

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History

Enshrined as plague-warding deity in Gion, this sanctuary has protected from disease since antiquity. Connected to Gion Festival origins, it wields mighty protection over Kyoto. Through ages I have watched countless afflicted find healing, their health eternal.