Japan Midokoro / Kyoto Prefecture / Higashiyama-ku / Gion
Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto Prefecture · Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings
Gion
- Nearest stationGion-shijo Station 0.3 km
- DesignationPreservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings
Gion (祇園) is a district of Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Japan, originating as an entertainment district in the Sengoku period, in front of Yasaka Shrine (Gion Shrine). The district was built to accommodate the needs of travellers and visitors to the shrine.
From the Wikipedia article “Gion” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Gion. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Gion-shijo Station, 0.3 km (straight line) |
| Type | Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings |
| More | Wikipedia 49 more photos (Commons) |
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FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Gion?
- Gion-shijo Station. It is 0.3 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Gion a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Preservation District for Groups of Traditional Buildings.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Japan Kanji Museum & Library: Lundariokn45 (CC BY-SA 4.0), Yasaka Hall: Mr.Asylum (CC BY-SA 4.0), Gion Kobu Kaburen-jo: 663highland (CC BY-SA 4.0), Minami-za: Chainwit. (CC BY-SA 4.0), Kennin-ji Temple: 663highland (CC BY 2.5), Yasaka Shrine Honden: Zairon (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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