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Kamigamo shrine in Kyoto, Aoi matsuri, and its history

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Annual events of Kamigamo shrine 行事

Hakuba-sohran shinji 白馬奏覧神事

It is based on a rite held in the imperial court. It is believed that at the beggining of the year, white horse gets rid of anything evil and brings us goog fortune. See 白馬奏覧神事2018 (Sorry, Japanese language only!)

Kigen sai 紀元祭

Shinto priests at Kamogamo shrineKIgensai at Kamigamo shrine

Japanese people cerebrate the foundation of their country. If you interested in it, pls read this article.

Cherry blossom 桜

斎王桜

In Spring time, we admire cherry blossoms.

Kamio kyokusui no en 賀茂曲水宴

賀茂曲水の宴

Kamo kurabe uma 賀茂競馬

A dedication held prior to Aoi matsuri fesitival.

Aoi matsuri festival 葵祭

Aoi matsuri is the most important ritual in Kamigamo shrine. It was one of the most important festival held under the order of the imperial court and its history dates back to the Heian period. See the most precise imformatin on it.

Kamo kangetsu sai 賀茂観月祭

上賀茂神社の観月祭

We admire the full moon in September.

Autum leaves紅葉

下鴨神社の紅葉

Kamigamo shrine is one of the most underrated place to enjoy autumn leaves in Kyoto.

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Access to Kamigamo shrine

  From JR Kyoto station

Take subway Karasuma line and get off at Kitaoji station. From Kitaoji bus terminal adjacent to Kitaoji station, take the bus no. 37 and get off at Kamigamo misonobashi bas stop.

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About Kamigamo shrine

  • Name Kamo Wake Ikazuchi Jinjya
  • De facto name Kamigamo shrine
  • Adress 339 kamigamo honzan, kita ward, Kyoto
  • Phone 075-781-0011
  • Fax 075-702-6618
  • Website kamigamo shrine web site (English)
  • Opening hours: 10:00~16:00
  • Entrance fee: Free except special visit.