Shinsen-en, built adjacent to the Ouchiuchi Palace at about the same time the capital was relocated to Heian-kyo, is a historic site where emperors of the Heian period (794-1185) used to go to enjoy poetry readings, flower viewing, fish watching, chrysanthemum viewing, etc. The pond is said to be inhabited by a good woman named Ryuoh, who was invited by Kukai. The Gion Goryokai (Gion Festival) originated when 66 floats were erected and a portable shrine was sent from Yasaka Shrine to Shinsen-en. It is also known as the place where Shizuka Gozen danced a rain dance and where Minamoto no Yoshitsune first saw her. The Hosei Jyunin Pond has existed since ancient times, and it is said that if one makes a wish, crosses the vermilion-lacquered bridge, and pays a visit to the Zenjo Ryuoh Shrine, the wish will be fulfilled.