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Heian Shrine, Shinto shrine in Okazaki, Kyoto, Japan.

The shrine buildings display vermillion-colored pillars and green roofs arranged symmetrically around a central graveled courtyard with a monumental entrance gate.

The Heian Shrine, built in 1895, commemorates the 1100th anniversary of Kyoto's establishment as Japan's imperial capital during the Heian period.

The shrine contains halls dedicated to Emperor Kammu and Emperor Komei, representing the first and last rulers of the Heian period in Kyoto.

Visitors can access the shrine through the Higashiyama subway station, followed by a 10-minute walk through the Okazaki district.

The structure represents a 5:8 scale reproduction of the ancient Heian Palace's State Hall, featuring four distinct gardens covering 30,000 square meters.

Location: Sakyō-ku

Inception: March 15, 1895

Architects: Itō Chūta, Kigo Kiyoyoshi

Fee: No

Part of: Shinbutsu Reijō Junpai no Michi

Address: 〒606-8341 京都市左京区岡崎西天王町 606-8341 京都市

Opening Hours: March 15-September 30 Monday-Sunday 06:00-18:00; October 01-October 31 Monday-Sunday 06:00-17:30; November 01-February 14 Monday-Sunday 06:00-17:00; February 15-March 14 Monday-Sunday 06:00-17:30

Phone: +81757610221

Email: info@heianjingu.or.jp

Website: http://heianjingu.or.jp/language/Korean.html

GPS coordinates: 35.01667,135.78222

Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:20

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