Travel Guide
Fushimi Inari Taisha
Everything you need to know — hours, tickets, tips, and how to make the most of your visit.
Overview
About Fushimi Inari Taisha
Famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates forming tunnels up the wooded slopes of Mount Inari, this Shinto shrine is dedicated to Inari, the god of rice and prosperity, and is free to visit any time of day.
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Insider Knowledge
Travel Tips
Open 24 hours and free - visit very early morning or evening to avoid crowds on the lower gates.
The full loop to the summit takes 2-3 hours round trip; most visitors walk only partway.
The lower, most-photographed torii tunnels get crowded fast - climbing higher thins the crowds quickly.
Look out for fox-shaped ema (prayer plaques) along the path.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, and it's open 24 hours.
Opening Hours
Always open24 hours, free entry
Grounds are lit at night, but the trail is quieter and safer in daylight.
Ticket Prices
EntryFree
No ticket is required at any point on the mountain trail.
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