Yaku Shrine
📍 Kyoto, Kyoto · 625 North Side Gion, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
📿 Goshuin Info
Hours
9:00–17:00
Fee
—
Direct-write
Available
Pre-written
Available
About
Founded1920
EnshrinedEmperor Meiji, Empress Shoken
RankImperial Shrine (Kanpei Taisha)
FestivalNovember 3 (Annual Festival)
HeritageHonden (Registered Cultural Property)
Website www.meijijingu.or.jp/en/
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.
Benefits
plague preventionhealth prayerdisease cure
