The Alternative Fushimi Inari Walking Tour

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Duration : 1 to 4 hours
Starting Price : 55USD/Person

Tour Description

The Fushimi Inari Shrine is more than its famous tunnels of vermillion-red torii gates. Dive deep into the world of Inari with this 4-hour narrated walking tour about dragons, political resistance, and the story behind Japan’s most successful religious franchise.

Guided by a Singaporean living 5 minutes away from Fushimi Inari.

★★★★★ 5 star reviews on TripAdvisor.

Did you know

  • You can send postcards to Oseki-san, a god on Mt Inari, to ask for deliverance from severe coughs and breathing difficulties
  • Fushimi-Inari is the only shrine complex in Japan where there are more private shrines (a whooping 10,000!) than official shrines
  • The real stars of Mt Inari are neither the torii gates nor the foxes—the hidden streams, waterfalls, and great cedar trees off the main trail are

This tour:

  • Is held in English
  • Runs daily except Tuesdays from 8:30am – 12:30pm
  • An intimate experience: Limited to 8 travelers per group
  • Takes 4 hours with multiple breaks in between

The route:

  • Departs from the big torii gate at the entrance
  • Goes off the beaten track: visit private shrines not on the official map
  • Brings you to a scenic view of southern Kyoto City
  • Give you on a closer look at healing shrines
  • Takes you on a hidden route to nearby Tofukuji Temple (optional entry to the Hojo costs ¥400). You will be guided to nearby Tofukuji Station after.

You’ll learn about:

  • The Hindu and Buddhist origins of some of the symbols
  • The Korean and Tang Dynasty Chinese influence on Mt Inari
  • Mystical practices and folk beliefs not written about in the official narrative
  • The Edo-era craze about foxes and Inari Shrines
  • The portrayal of the shrine in 19th century manga, and 21st century anime

The 30,000-strong Inari network of shrines is the largest in Japan. The Fushimi Inari is regarded as the head shrine for them all. But why did people flock to this 233-meter mountain in the first place? Let XJ take you on a tour through time and controversy in the Alternative Fushimi Inari Walking Tour.

Attractions Visited in This Tour

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