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Heian Jingu

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Japanese name: 平安神宮

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WHAT TO DOHeian Jingu

Founded to mark 1,100 years since the capital moved to Heian. Its halls are a scaled-down recreation of the Chodoin of Heiankyo, and it is known for its garden.

WHEREKyoto

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Overview

Founded to mark 1,100 years since the capital moved to Heian. Its halls are a scaled-down recreation of the Chodoin of Heiankyo, and it is known for its garden.

About this place

The Heian Shrine (平安神宮, Heian-jingū) is a Shinto shrine located in Sakyō-ku, Kyoto, Japan. The Shrine is ranked as a Beppyō Jinja (別表神社) (the top rank for shrines) by the Association of Shinto Shrines. It is listed as an important cultural property of Japan.

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Founded：1895 Designation：Important Cultural Property, Place of Scenic Beauty Blessings：Matchmaking, Good fortune

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