Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful shrines. Thousands of people visit it every day to see the 1,000 magnificent torii gates. But most do not get the full story behind the pretty pictures they take. Join me on this self-guided audio tour as we delve into the history behind the Shinto rituals and beliefs linked to this amazing shrine. We’ll take an easy stroll among the tranquil forest scenery. You'll be one of a few who will discover the real power of this shrine that has been influencing people's lives over 1,300 years.
The landmarks include:
• The unique fox statues dotted across the shrine • An unmatched vista of the thousand bright red torii gates • The He...
Highlights
From 45 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 45 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Kitsunezo
The tour starts by the statue of a fox beside a big red Torii Gate across from JR Inari station. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
Return
Kumataka Shrine
The tour ends at a lovely pond deep in the shrine’s complex.
Fushimi Inari Shrine: Explore the 1,000 Torii Gates on an audio walking tour
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Fushimi Ward
About
Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of Japan’s most popular and beautiful shrines. Thousands of people visit it every day to see the 1,000 magnificent torii gates. But most do not get the full story behind the pretty pictures they take. Join me on this self-guided audio tour as we delve into the history behind the Shinto rituals and beliefs linked to this amazing shrine. We’ll take an easy stroll among the tranquil forest scenery. You'll be one of a few who will discover the real power of this shrine that has been influencing people's lives over 1,300 years.
The landmarks include:
• The unique fox statues dotted across the shrine • An unmatched vista of the thousand bright red torii gates • The He...
Highlights
From 45 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 45 minutes to 1 hour
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Kitsunezo
The tour starts by the statue of a fox beside a big red Torii Gate across from JR Inari station. Before arrival, install the VoiceMap app and use the code provided on your ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart any time and complete at your own pace.
Return
Kumataka Shrine
The tour ends at a lovely pond deep in the shrine’s complex.
Itinerary
1
Inari Station
The tour starts here, opposite the Inari station and in front of a statue of a fox.
2
Great Torii
This is the second stop on the tour. Here you'll start to learn about the significance of the shrines.
3
Fushimi Inari Taisha
At this stop, you'll learn about a ritual called Hand Water.
4
Inner Prayer Hall
You'll have a short stop at this beautiful main hall.
