@japantrip55: Yasaka Kōshin‑dō is a small but famous temple in Kyoto’s Higashiyama district, near Kiyomizu‑dera. Despite its size, it’s a vibrant spot that blends Buddhist, Taoist, and Shinto traditions. 🏯 The temple is dedicated to Shōmen Kongō, also called Kōshin‑san, a protective deity who guards people from evil and encourages good deeds. Statues of the three wise monkeys are also displayed, symbolizing see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil. 🙈 Its most iconic feature is the kukurizaru—bright, colorful cloth balls representing human desires. Visitors write their wishes or the desires they want to let go of on these charms and hang them at the temple, hoping for blessings. 🎈 Yasaka Kōshin‑dō is easy to visit, located in Higashiyama, with free admission and open daily. Its walls of kukurizaru make it a popular spot for photos and a peaceful place to reflect. 📸 Special events happen on Kōshin days, every 60 days, when ceremonies like goma‑burning take place. These traditions keep the folk beliefs of Kōshin alive in modern Kyoto. 🔥 Book your ticket here: https://qr.paps.jp/UkVaR #JapanTrip #YasakaKoshindo #Kyoto #JapanTravel #HiddenGems

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