The Fushimi Inari-Taisha is an important Shinto shrine situated in southern Kyoto. It is the most important of several thousands of shrines dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice. A unique thing about this shrine is the thousands of vermillion coloured gateways. A lot of small shrines and stone monuments are spread across the shrine’s precinct. The shrine is situated on a hillside and hence many people visiting the shrine end up going on a hiking expedition or two (or vice versa!). Also, visit the popular attractions in the city by following Kyoto itinerary 7 days.

• Visitors should be prepared to walk up and down stone stairways. 
• It is an active place of worship. Please maintain the tranquillity of the place.
• Don’t forget to remove your footwear before entering the premises.
• It is recommended to wear conservative clothing.

• Inari train station
• Fushimi-Inari-Taisha bus stop 

• Carrying snacks with you is recommended.
• Eateries along the way to the shrine.

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