Yasaka Shrine Lanterns, Kyoto

Lanterns hang from the eaves of a building at Yasaka Shrine in Kyoto, Japan. The shrine, also known as Gion Shrine, is a prominent Shinto shrine located in the Gion district. It was founded in 656 AD and has been rebuilt multiple times throughout its history, most recently in 1654. Yasaka Shrine is famous for its annual Gion Matsuri, one of Japan's most famous festivals, which takes place every July.