Shrine · Gion
Kyoto Ebisu Shrine 京都ゑびす神社
Gion-area shrine to Ebisu, god of commerce, counted among Japan's three great Ebisu shrines and crowded during the Toka Ebisu festival in January.
PriceFree
Getting thereKeihan Gion-Shijo Station, 6 min walk
Time needed30-60 min
Best timeJanuary 8-12 (Toka Ebisu)
Address125 Komatsucho, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto
Websitekyoto-ebisu.jp
About
Kyoto Ebisu Shrine was founded in 1202 by Eisai, the founder of Kennin-ji next door. During Toka Ebisu (January 8-12) it stays open through the night and stalls sell lucky bamboo branches. Visitors tap on the side of the hall to make sure the hard-of-hearing Ebisu hears their prayer.
Highlights
- Toka Ebisu festival (January 8-12)
- Lucky bamboo (fukuzasa)
- Shrine of business prosperity
- Next to Kennin-ji
Tips
- Open through the night on January 9-10
- Prayers require booking
- Between Gion-Shijo and Kennin-ji, easy to combine
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