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Fushimi Inari Taisha

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"much time & energy try climb up to the top of the hill"(14 Tips)
"Amazing rows of Torii gates!"(7 Tips)
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Meredith BlechmanNovember 2, 2016
Go early to avoid the crowds (before 9 is ideal, before 7:30 and you can watch the sun rise). Trek to the top is worth it - not many people do it, so you can have long stretches all to yourself.
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Alex CavoulacosMay 30, 2016
A must see! Hike partway up the mountain to experience the gates without the throngs of tourists. If you want to do the whole loop, allocate a good 1h30 since its ~4km up the mountain and back
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Jeff ForbesOctober 11, 2015
If you want to avoid the throngs of tourists who are trying to get their Instagram shot go at 8:30am or earlier. It thins out as you go up though, which you should! It's super beautiful!
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SAugust 19, 2017
This place is magic. Go early to avoid the crowds (before 0800) and you'll be rewarded with great pictures and a much more spiritual experience. Hike all the way to the top! Great views of the city.
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Tomáš PJune 12, 2018
If you intend to hike all the way up, it's a bad idea to come in yukata. Truat me, I tried it ;)
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Rob MJanuary 28, 2017
Fushimi Inari is famous for its hundreds of orange torii gates leading up to a shrine, but they also have an amazing bamboo forest as well. A must see if you come here.
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Artyom FedosovJuly 28, 2016
Most of tourists trying to take a nice shot near the entrance. You'll wait for a long time if you wanna a gloss photo without people there. Or you can climb further where there is no people at all.
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myFaveThings 77April 28, 2016
Make sure to wear comfortable walking shoes & prepare for a 2-hour hike (optional). One of the must-visit places in Kyoto. The photo is by the entrance w/ several tourists present already so be early!
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Slaveiko SavovNovember 4, 2019
The higher you go the fewer the crowds + it’s a nice hike and cool atmosphere. Nice views of Kyoto just before and at the crossroads.
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StéphanieNovember 23, 2016
In one word: breathtaking. Don't be put off by the loads of tourists. Keep on going and walk to the top of the mountain to explore the temple complex and have the Tori for yourself.
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Jonathan RodrigoNovember 17, 2017
U need at least 3hrs for this place to take ur time to climb the stairs to the top of the mountain. It’s a beautiful place with beautiful views of the forest. It gets crowded on weekends.
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JernejNovember 5, 2017
Beautiful place but make sure you go here very early. If you get there around 5:00 you will have some time to enjoy. Around 7:00-8:00 hordes of tourists arrive and you experience will be ruined.
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Fabio ResendeNovember 21, 2017
If you’re willing, hike all the way up, but instead of going through the regular path (usually crowded) go through the back for a nice experience (search for Vermillion Cafe and go from there)
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Pamela CastilloSeptember 12, 2015
Incredibly beautiful. Go at sunset after the other temples have closed and experience it during the dusk hour and then at night. So peaceful. Quite the hike, though so wear comfortable shoes.
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A HazetNovember 14, 2019
One of the most famous place in Kyoto, No wonder it always packed with people, to beat the crowd please come early or if you have much time & energy try climb up to the top of the hill #TravelingKyoto
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Tarik HartMay 6, 2015
The temple is at the base of the hill is bright and bold, but the real highlight is the walk up the mountain through the gates. Save energy for it, as it's about two hours. Great view of Kyoto.
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Stefan MaierhoferJune 22, 2016
If you decide to go all the way up the mountain bring comfy shoes and clothes and be prepared to shoot great pics since the tourists tend to not walk the whole route. Great peaceful experience!
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Ashleigh AxiosNovember 13, 2014
Wear walking shoes & go to the top of the trail to experience a lovely view of Kyoto & sip hot green tea. The leaves look great from the top in mid (starting to turn) or late (more colorful) November.
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Sam GrSeptember 4, 2016
Go early to beat the crowd. Wander off on the forests trails at any point for total solitude and small hidden shrines!
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Mini KiangJanuary 2, 2016
On the way back, there is a "non-alcohol Sake" for 300 yen. It tastes really good. If you have time to sit a bit, do try.
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Chai LatteJanuary 9, 2017
Famous shrine with thousands of Torii. A good photo spot with Torii. You can spend a bit time hiking up to the top of Mt. Fushimi to get a good view!
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Simple DiscoveriesApril 6, 2016
A must-see in Kyoto. Known for its many torii (orange gates). Make the hike to the top for views of Kyoto and be treated to ~32,000 temples along the way.
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Nic WernerJuly 28, 2024
No people! Go through the large gates, and to the smaller gates. Go straight right to the washroom, go past it and follow trail into secret bamboo grove.
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Dominic TamMay 21, 2016
Always have lots of visitors but if you don't want them in your photo, you can either: 1) photoshop 2) visit very early or late 3) hike up the mountain. Tip: For ultimate experience, hire a Kimono.
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BommyMay 31, 2017
Go early to avoid the crowd. Highly recommend going all the way up to the top. It'll be less crowded the higher you go. It takes about an hour and a half for the full loop.
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Fluying ✅November 17, 2015
More than 10k vermilion torii gates frame a 4km path.The gates are replaced every 10 yr, by companies looking for success.Check the black letters on each gate 2 know which company made the donation.
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Jill McCarthyJuly 25, 2017
It's a great uphill walk around the arches. We went in Summer so be prepared to get SUPER sweaty in the Kyoto heat. Wear light sports clothing and take a sweat towel!
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Olivia FungDecember 3, 2015
Look out for the pink tags on the trees, they lead you where you can get a non crowded picture of copious bamboo trees everywhere! Saves time going to the other bamboo place if you are time short.
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Marc UKGSeptember 17, 2016
Go up to the top. It is is exhausting, but only few tourists do it, so you can actually take pics without having 50 strangers in your way and you'll be rewarded with a nice view of Kyoto.
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Yanghui ChamSeptember 22, 2014
A very cultural place. Crowded with people. It's better to come earlier so that it's not too late to go till the top. Very nice. Would love to come back again!!
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SteveOctober 7, 2024
Another iconic place in Kyoto that gets crowded with tourists coming to take their photos. The big red torii gates are impressive though.
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Hei-Yu TangAugust 7, 2015
Make sure you wear your walking shoes and bring enough water and mosquito repellent. The higher you get, the less crowded. Don't forget to look back to see the writings on the poles.
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The Ritz-CarltonJanuary 11, 2016
Fushimi inari shrine, home to 10,000 red gates. Go during the golden hours to see the sun hit against the rich vermilion gates. This shrine is also one of the most visited sights in Japan!
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Naoki FerrioAugust 19, 2015
This is a Shinto shrine. Prepare to bring some water + a fan + a proper camera + comfortable shoes, because u'll need those things!. Took only 3 stations from Kyoto station with ¥1400 train ticket.
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Frankie J. 😎 GreyJune 9, 2017
My favorite shrine in Kyoto and probably the most iconic place aswell! enjoy the peace and calm of the forest while walking through the over 5000 tori gates
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Ceilidh SimpsonAugust 24, 2014
I'd say the mountain loop is definitely worth it to get the full foresty, old shrine feel. Early mornings and mosquito spray will make it an even better experience. Spot terrapins in the lake too :-)
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ShirpsMarch 24, 2016
Great shrine to visit. Come here to see the endless tori gates, fox statues and try the food vendors located at the base of the shrine.
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Nick GrayApril 3, 2013
Very cool! Make sure you do the Japanese tradition to race your partner through the double gate areas (called Hayaruke). The track on the right is the fastest. When you finish, the winner yells YATTA!
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Ryan BrightOctober 7, 2016
Bring comfortable shoes and prepare to walk many stairs to reach the top of the mountain. Well worth the climb. Come as early as possible, as it gets incredibly busy.
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EllyOctober 1, 2013
No need to climb up to the top, there's no view. Just stop once you see the city view and then head back
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Chris LeeOctober 11, 2020
One of the famous tourist attraction in Kyoto. An insta worthy location. Be prepare to hike all the way up with lots of stairs
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Fernando LemosOctober 4, 2017
One of the best places we visited. It's always crowded, but gets quieter the higher you go. Better for pictures too.
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Wild BillDecember 26, 2017
Quite crowded by noon. There are some quiet spots along the hike that you may find away from the crowds to appreciate the nature.
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Cheen The CuriousDecember 14, 2017
While visitors eagerly snap photos at the gate, see if you can locate the ‘temizu’ facility (washing hands with water) near the entrance. There are instructions to teach you how to purify. Experience
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WEI WEIApril 9, 2018
You can hike to the top of mountain to beat the crowd even in very high season. Take about two hours to hike up and down, easy to moderate level.
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Lisa BSeptember 21, 2019
Stop by the Omokaru Stones lanterns near the entrance, make a wish and try to lift one of the giboshi. If the stone is lighter than expected, your wish will be granted; if it's heavy, hardship.
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Steven WakuuMarch 15, 2019
Get photos of inside the gate closer to the summit for less people. Everyone crowds in the beginning area. Go for early morning or late evenings before sunset for less people.
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Ariane RinehartAugust 24, 2016
Beautiful shrine. Pretty crowded (lives up to its "most popular attraction for foreign tourists" brag), but if you keep walking through the torii gates a bit, the crowds thin.
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Diegoberto BellamyFebruary 12, 2023
If you want cool pictures, make a night visit and get to the top (around two-hour walk for the round trek).
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Josh GellersAugust 12, 2019
Iconic landmark of Kyoto. Come early and beat the crowds who stand and take pictures in front of EVERY DAMN GATE.
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