Shirakumo Shrine, Kyoto

Name: Shirakumo Shrine
Address: Kyoto, Japan

#48 among attractions in Kyoto

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Shirakumo Shrine is a Shinto shrine in Kyoto Gyoen National Garden, in Kyoto, Japan. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°1'18"N, 135°45'40"E

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Shirakumo Shrine – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Nijō Castle, Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto State Guest House, Sentō Imperial Palace.

0.8 miSW
Historic wooden castle with lush gardens
Nijō Castle, Kyoto
22 min walk • Nijō Castle, a historic fortress nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a testament to the country's feudal era and the power of the Tokugawa shoguns. Constructed in 1603, the castle was the official Kyoto residence of the Tokugawa Shogunate and was built...
0.7 miS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Kyoto International Manga Museum, Kyoto
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, the Kyoto International Manga Museum stands as a vibrant testament to Japan's rich manga culture. Established in November 2006, this unique institution serves as both a museum and a library, dedicated to the preservation, research,...
~1900 ftNE
Palace
Kyoto State Guest House, Kyoto
10 min walk • The Kyoto State Guest House is a testament to Japan's dedication to preserving its cultural heritage while extending hospitality to dignitaries from around the world. Situated in the historic city of Kyoto, this facility provides a venue for international conferences...
~1430 ftE
Picturesque 17th-century palace gardens
Sentō Imperial Palace, Kyoto
7 min walk • Sentō Imperial Palace, nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a serene testament to the city's rich imperial past. This historic site, once a residence for retired emperors, embodies the opulent and refined aesthetics of Japanese court life.
~870 ftNE
Park
Kyoto Gyoen, Kyoto
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, Kyoto Gyoen is a serene expanse of green that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This national park, which surrounds the Imperial Palace of Kyoto, is a verdant oasis steeped in history and natural beauty.
0.7 miNE
Museum, Specialty museum
Kitamura Museum, Kyoto
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kyoto, the Kitamura Museum offers a tranquil retreat for those looking to immerse themselves in Japanese art and history. This intimate museum, though less known than some of its larger counterparts, presents a thoughtfully curated collection...
0.7 miNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Seimei Shrine, Kyoto
18 min walk • Seimei Shrine, a serene and historically rich Shinto shrine nestled in the heart of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a tribute to the revered Heian-era astrologer and diviner, Abe no Seimei. This tranquil site, enveloped by lush greenery, offers a glimpse into Japan's ancient...
0.8 miN
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Shōkoku-ji, Kyoto
21 min walk • Shōkoku-ji, formally identified as Mannen-zan Shōkoku Shōten Zenji, is a Buddhist temple in northern Kyoto, first founded in 1382 by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, with the existing temple complex having undergone several periods of extensive reconstruction and rebuilding in the succeeding eras.
1 miS
Temple, Buddhist temple
Rokkaku-dō, Kyoto
25 min walk • The Rokkaku-dō, official name Chōhō-ji, is a Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan, said to have been established by Prince Shōtoku. The name comes from its main hall's hexagonal shape. This temple is part of the Saigoku Kannon Pilgrimage.
1 miSW
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Historical place
Shinsenen, Kyoto
26 min walk • Shinsenen is a Shingon Japanese Buddhist temple located south of Nijō Castle in the approximate center of the modern city of Kyoto, Honshu, Japan. It was founded by Kūkai in 824 and predominantly consists of a large water garden centering about a pond. It is said to be the oldest existing garden in Kyoto.
~920 ftSW
Church
St. Agnes Cathedral, Kyoto
5 min walk • St. Agnes Cathedral is a Christian church located in Kyoto, Japan, and is the diocesan Cathedral of the Diocese of Kyoto, which comprises all the Anglican-Episcopal churches and other facilities in Fukui, Ishikawa, Kyoto, and Toyama Prefectures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shirakumo Shrine?

Nearby attractions include Kyoto Gyoen, Kyoto (5 min walk), St. Agnes Cathedral, Kyoto (5 min walk), Sentō Imperial Palace, Kyoto (7 min walk), Kyoto State Guest House, Kyoto (10 min walk).

How to get to Shirakumo Shrine by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shirakumo Shrine:

Bus

烏丸丸太町 • Lines: 51 (9 min walk)
Karasuma Marutamachi • Lines: 51 (10 min walk)

Metro

Marutamachi • Lines: K (10 min walk)
Imadegawa • Lines: K (15 min walk)

Train

Jingu-marutamachi (17 min walk)
Demachiyanagi (24 min walk)