Yasaka Shrine

What it is

• Guardian shrine for Sawara and Honshuku districts.
• Founded near Suwa Mountain in Sawara.
• Moved to its current location in the Tenna era.

What to see

• Two main gates, which alternate annually.
• Suigo Sawara Dashi Kaikan is on the grounds.

When to go

• Sawara Grand Festival (Gion Matsuri) after July 10.
• Festival runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

Getting there

• 15-minute walk from Sawara Station on the JR Narita Line.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.