Go through the cool forest of oasis and go to the World Heritage Site ・ Shimogamo Shrine-Midsummer Kyoto Sanpo
The summer of Kyoto is known for its severe heat. Even if you think that you want to go to various places for sightseeing, you may lose the heat.
If you go out in a yukata or kimono, you will want to choose a cooler place. This time, we will introduce “Shimogamo Shrine” which is easy to stay cool in the city.
Shimogamo Shrine with the best history in Kyoto
Shimogamo Shrine is located near Keihan Demachiyanagi Station, a train from Gion, a tourist center.It is said to be the oldest shrine in Kyoto and is a venerable shrine that is designated as a World Heritage site.This is a place for those who want to visit Kyoto.
If you use the Keihan Railway, go down Demachiyanagi Station and head west.If you cross the bridge while watching the children playing in the water at Kamogawa Delta, where the Koya River and Kamo River meet, you will see the entrance to the shrine.A large vermilion torii can be seen through the vast area of the forest.The vividness is a relief.
By the way, I walk a long distance from the woods to the main hall.If you go out in a yukata or kimono, please wear sandals and clogs!
Dedicated Ema at Aioi-no-sha, famous for matchmaking
Aioi no Yashiro is right in front of Torii.In this company, the mysterious tree “Renri no Sakaki”, where two trees are integrated, is enshrined as a sacred tree.
It is said that there is a benefit of “matching” here, and young women who are praying for small companies are constantly visiting.
When you pray, you can receive more benefits by dedicating Ema.When praying, there is a procedure that makes it difficult for you to hang the horse while you go around the company, so please pray accordingly.
Furthermore, the amulet “Himemori” for women given here is made of different crepe fabrics and has a reputation for being cute! It is an amulet that makes you feel more feminine just by holding it.By the way, “Hikomori” for men is made of denim, which is rare for amulets.
A summer resort with abundant primeval forest, “Aoi no Mori”
The shrine’s approach is covered with deep trees, but it is called “Aoi no Mori”.This forest is a primeval forest said to have existed since the Jomon period.There are trees that are 600 years old, and I hear that it is a very important place to study the ecosystem of plants.
When you enter the forest, the sun is shut out by a large tree, so you don’t feel much heat even if you walk in a yukata coolly in midsummer daytime.It is said that the temperature will drop by 2 to 3 degrees.Also, the creek flowing through the deep green and the forest has a great healing effect, making you feel calm and refreshing.
While there is a harsh atmosphere, the children in the neighborhood are playing in the water in Ogawa.It’s easy to see that Kyoto’s famous sights, which are said to have been overflowing with tourists over the past few years, are an important place for relaxation for locals.
Held for a limited time! Also pay attention to team lab events
It’s a traditional Shimogamo shrine, but new initiatives are increasing recently.Shimogamo Shrine is also the first to incorporate a signboard using a touch panel screen to accommodate tourists from all over the world, regardless of the season.
In August 2019, for a limited time, teamLab “will be held.The space where digital objects such as light and sound blend into the natural forest is fantastic and seems to be in a dream.The team lab event was held here three years ago, but it was a great success every day.It seems to be crowded this year, so please go out with a busy schedule!
The natural rich Shimogamo Shrine is cool and easy to spend
Shimogamo Shrine is also close to the city.Because it is cool even in midsummer, it is perfect for summer outing! Why don’t you visit us in search of lush greenery? In the second half of the article, we will also introduce the famous monmons! Please check it out.
A writer living in Kansai. I like vintage fashion, and as an extension of it, enjoy kimono as everyday wear. I particularly like antique kimonos in the early Showa era where there are many bold colors. Because he was an editor / writer for Kyoto guidebooks and information magazines, he is also familiar with Kyoto\\\'s culture and gourmet.
