Abstract
This paper explains the composition of the region around Gion-shrine, Kyoto in Edo era. After an analysis of old pictures and documents made in Edo era, the structure of its landscape was appeared The close of Gion-shrine consisted of 4 parts; a main premise, a back wood, and two gates with each town before them. Tow axes penetrated into this whole region creating relation with the areas, in which particular activities were arouse. As a whole, this region could be regarded to play a role of an effective boundary harmonizing the down town and the environment of the mountain.
