Fushimi Inari-taisha is an iconic Shinto shrine in Kyoto. It is renowned for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a mesmerizing pathway through Mount Inari. Established in 711 AD, the shrine is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of rice, prosperity, and business.
https://inari.jp/en/​​​​​​​
All of the around 10,000 Torii gates were donated by individuals and businesses in gratitude for their prosperity.
torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha
torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha
Walking across all the torii gates up the mountain takes about 2 hours !
torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha
torii gates at Fushimi Inari-taisha
origami cranes
origami cranes
Fushimi Inari-taisha
Fushimi Inari-taisha
Back to Top