Located in the heart of Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Japan's most iconic Shinto shrines dedicated to the Shinto god of rice, prosperity, and industry, Susanoo-no-Mikoto, but primarily enshrined with Inazuma Okami. The shrine is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a winding tunnel up the mountain. Visitors can walk through the gates and experience the serene natural beauty of the surrounding forest.
- Religion
- shinto
- Enshrined kami
- Inazuma Okami
- Kami enshrined
- Inazuma Okami
- Coordinates
- 34.9444906, 135.6957681
Visitor tip
To avoid crowds, visit Fushimi Inari Shrine at dawn or late in the afternoon when the sun is not too strong. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes for hiking up the mountain.
Cultural notes
The shrine's torii gates are said to represent the bridge between heaven and earth, and are often used as a symbol of good luck and prosperity. Fushimi Inari Shrine is also famous for its fox statues, known as Kitsune, which are believed to be the messengers of Susanoo-no-Mikoto.
Historical note
The shrine was originally founded in 711 AD during the Nara period.