@The Japan Times: Yasaka Shrine was built in 656 and is famous as the birthplace of the famous Gio…

Yasaka Shrine was built in 656 and is famous as the birthplace of the famous Gion Matsuri. (Satoko Kawasaki photo for The Japan Times) #traditions #kyoto #mamemaki #setsubunnohi #節分 #豆まき #京都 #八坂神社