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ActivityFukakusa Yabunouchichō, Nara
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Location
68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, JapanFukakusa Yabunouchichō, Nara
About
Fushimi Inari Taisha is Kyoto's iconic Shinto shrine, world-famous for its mesmerizing path of over 10,000 vibrant vermilion torii gates winding up Mount Inari. Dedicated to the Shinto god of rice and business, it offers a spiritual hike filled with stone fox statues and hidden sub-shrines. Expect a physically active visit with stunning forest views that reward those who climb beyond the crowded lower levels.
Insider Tip
Beat the intense crowds and heat by arriving at dawn or visiting after dusk, when the lanterns are lit for a mystical atmosphere.
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