A bright vermilion shrine fronted by a giant torii gate.
A scaled reproduction of Kyoto's original imperial palace, ringed by a serene garden famous for its spring blossoms.
A local's tip
The paid stroll garden peaks with weeping cherry trees in early April.
Best time to visit
Spring for the weeping cherries
Getting there
Tozai subway to Higashiyama, then a 10-minute walk.
Good to know
- Restrooms
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