[Kyoto] The charms are so cute! Shimogamo Shrine, a World Heritage Site

I found a wonderful shrine on my trip to Kyoto! Shimogamo Shrine (official name: Kamo Mioya Shrine) in Kyoto is a beautiful shrine where history and nature are in harmony, located in Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. It is also registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Let me introduce you to the charms of Shimogamo Shrine! ・History and origin Shimogamo Shrine is one of the oldest shrines in Kyoto, dating back more than 2000 years. It has been loved by the people of Kyoto since ancient times as a shrine that enshrines the guardian deity of the Kamo clan. Along with Kamigamo Shrine, it is widely known as Kamo Shrine. ・Places to see Main hall The main hall is designated as a national treasure and features an elegant Nagare-zukuri architectural style. The vermilion-painted shrine building is so beautiful that it overwhelms visitors, making you feel the weight of history. Mitarashi Pond There is a clear pond called Mitarashi Pond on the grounds. This pond is also said to be the birthplace of mitarashi dango, and eating mitarashi dango by the pond is exceptional. The water of the pond has been considered sacred since ancient times, and worshippers wash their hands here. Cute charms Shimogamo Shrine has a wide variety of charms, and is famous for their cuteness✨ Lace charms, seasonal charms with beautiful seasonal embroidery that changes with the season, colorful princess charms, etc. They are so cute that it takes a long time to choose lol Please choose your favorite one✨ Events and festivals Various festivals and events are held at Shimogamo Shrine throughout the year. The most famous is the "Aoi Festival" held in May. This festival is one of the three major festivals in Kyoto, and the procession dressed in Heian period costumes parading through the city is said to be a masterpiece! Compared to Kiyomizu and other places, it is less crowded and easier to see◎ Please visit when you visit Kyoto! #Seasonal places in Japan