Photos | Images of Japan: Shimogamo Shrine, Kyoto Shimogamo Shrine (下鴨神社) in Kyoto predates the founding of the capital of Heian-kyo in 794. Shimogamo Shrine plays host to one of Kyoto's most important festivals, Aoi Matsuri. Jake Davies, All Rights Reserved previous Japan image I next Japan image Japan Images: Shimogamo Shrine Kyoto