There are some streets that I really love in Kyoto, and Heian Jingu Michi is one of them. It stretches from Heian Shrine to Maruyama Park. Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art stands near Heian Shrine. A big red torii spans the road nearby and small touristy shops line the sides of the street. Beyond Sanjo Street it passes antique stores, restaurants and some beautiful hotels, then reaches Shoren-in Temple with a wonderful old tree that spreads its branches over moss covered roots. I often visited this tree, and I prefer its quiet green beauty to all the blossom laden sakura of spring time. Near Maruyama Park stands the huge gate of Chion-in.
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Heian Jingu Michi
Shrines, museums, temples and autumn scenery
By Cathy Cawood
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Anonymous
9 years ago
Wow every corner is beautiful and looks tranquil! Would love to visit there soon
It's a wonderful street - I hope you can see it for yourself soon!
Laura Weaver
10 years ago
Lovely article, definitely a place to visit!
I'm sure you'll enjoy it!
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