“Yasakafront” Room in Kyoto

When I went to Kyoto last month,
I checked in at a hotel and opened the window curtains,
suddenly Yasaka Shrine came into sight.
Although it was just an average business hotel,
I was able to feel gorgeous just because of the view.
In Kyoto, such rooms which you can see Yasaka Shrine in front of you
may be like oceanfront ones at beach resorts.

By the way, Yasaka Shrine is located at the end of Gion
and kind of a mark of Kyoto sightseeing.
As a matter of fact, The Gion Festival with an over 1000 year history
is held by this Yasaka Shrine.
And, on New Year’s Eve, they offer sacred fire and the visitors ignite a match cord
with the sacred fire carry back home spinning its tip around.
The sight on the night of New Year’s Eve is found only in Kyoto. (H.S)

This photo was taken through the window so it showed a shadow.