Constructed to celebrate Kyoto's 1,100th anniversary as Japan's capital, Heian-Jingu Shrine, distinguished by its majestic red torii gate, is a vibrant city emblem and a key destination for visitors.
Entry to the shrine grounds is free of charge.
It was built on March 15, 1895.
The Heian period, from 794 to 1185 in Japanese history, marks when the imperial capital was relocated from Nara to Heian-kyō (now Kyoto).
As the Fujiwara clan lost power and Japan transitioned into a shogunate under the control of rival warlords, the Heian period concluded, yet the era's aristocratic culture endured, continuing to shape Japanese identity.
