Ōharano Shrine, Kyoto
#139 among attractions in Kyoto


Facts and practical information
Ōharano Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in Nishikyō-ku, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan. ()
1152 Oharano Minami Kasugacho, Nishigyo-kuKyoto 610-1153 Japan
Admission Free
- Bus
Bus
- Calculate route南春日町バスターミナル 8 min walkLines no data
- Calculate route南春日町 8 min walkLines 63
- Calculate route境谷センター前 18 min walkLines 63 • 西2
- Calculate route洛西高校前 18 min walkLines 63 • 西2
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Ōharano Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Katsura Imperial Villa, Tenryū-ji, Iwatayama Monkey Park, Takebishi Stadium.
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3.5 miNForestBamboo Forest, Kyoto
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How to get to Ōharano Shrine by public transport?
Bus
- 南春日町バスターミナル (8 min walk)
- 南春日町 • Lines: 63 (8 min walk)