Kyoto, Japan

Kamigamo Shrine

Kamigamo Shrine, Kyoto

An ancient Shinto shrine established in 678 and devoted to the thunder deity Kamo Wake-ikazuchi. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is known for its twin cones of raked sand and the Aoi Matsuri procession each May.

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Roots Earth has a longer story for Kamigamo Shrine, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 35.06028, 135.75278

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