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60 min. from Osaka Itami Airport (by limousine bus)
Approx. 2 hr. from Kansai International Airport(by limousine bus)

10 min. by taxi from JR Kyoto Station
10 min. walk from Sanjo Station on Keihan Line
3 min. walk from Kyoto Shiyakushomae Station exit NO.2 on subway
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Heian Shrine was constructed in 1895 to celebrate the 1,100th anniversary of the establishment of the Heian capital. The enshrined deity is Emperor Kanmu, who established the capital city. Today, the shrine is a favorite landmark among the citizens of Kyoto. The Jidai-Matsuri, one of the three major festivals of Kyoto, is held every year on October 22. Costumed participants parade through the city, providing a glimpse of fashions and customs from the Heian era to early Meiji days.
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Yasaka Shrine is famous for the Gion Festival, held in July, and the Okera Festival held on New Year's Day. More than 3,000 shrines throughout Japan are related to this venerable shrine. Kyoto citizens refer to it as "Gion-san", and visit for exorcism as well as to pray for business prosperity.
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