Gion and Machiya

➡ Gion: 🌸🌺🌿🍃 The shrine is relatively small and unremarkable during the day, but at night, all the lights come alive, with traditional houses from the 17th century on both sides adorned with lanterns, creating a bright and picturesque scene perfect for photography. 🏮📸 🌸🌺🌿🍃 ➡ Machiya: 🌸🌺🌿🍃 Walking west from Shijo Ohashi (Shijo Bridge), you'll see rows of quaint wooden townhouses and traditional Japanese-style buildings, mostly used as restaurants and inns. These structures, known as "Machiya," are a significant characteristic of Kyoto. 🏠🍜 🌸🌺🌿🍃 ➡ Yasaka Shrine: 🌸🌺🌿🍃 Open 24 hours, it's also truly beautiful at night with lanterns that make for perfect photos, making it one of the must-visit spots when in Kyoto. 🏯🌃 🌸🌺🌿🍃 #KyotoKamogawa 🌉 #JapanTravel 🗾 #AncientCapitalCharm 🏮 #Travel 🧳