Yasaka Shrine, or as it was formerly known as Gion Shrine, is a Shinto shrine; It is a place that mainly aims to honor the kami (the gods of the Shinto religion), and this shrine has been dedicated to Susanoo, one of the Shinto gods, and it is considered one of the oldest historical buildings in the city, as its initial construction began in 656 AD, and today it is considered one of the most important religious places in the city as it hosts Thousands to practice religious rituals, in addition to hosting the Japanese New Year celebrations.