Fushimi Inari Taisha at a glance
Fushimi Inari Taisha is a Shinto shrine in Fukakusa, in the Fushimi district of Kyoto. The address is 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchi-cho, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto 612-0882. It is known for its paths of red torii gates that climb Mount Inari, and it is dedicated to Inari Okami, who is linked with rice harvests, trade and business.
You can walk the grounds at any hour. There is no entry fee and no closing day. Prayer requests, amulets and guided tours have their own daytime hours and prices, and those are covered on the pages below.
What this guide covers
An independent site, written for visitors.
This guide explains how a visit works: how long the Mount Inari loop takes, what the torii donations are, when the prayer hall and amulet counters are open, how the trains run and how to combine the shrine with the rest of Kyoto. It is not the website of the shrine, of Kyoto City or of any rail operator, and it has no connection to tour operators or hotels. Rules of the shrine are described as the shrine states them.
A visit can be short or long. The lower shrine and the first torii tunnels take as long as you like. The full walk around the mountain is about 4 km and takes roughly 2 to 3 hours with breaks.
Our picks: Fushimi Inari tours
A guided hike on the mountain, an evening walk and a morning tour through Kyoto. The shrine itself is free to visit.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in US dollars (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Early morning tour to Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama and Kinkaku-ji
Six hours of sightseeing with an English-speaking guide. Lunch and the Kinkaku-ji entry are not included.
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Guided hike to the summit and the mountain shrines
Three hours on Mount Inari with a professional local guide. Getting to the starting station is not included.
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Evening walk at Fushimi Inari
Two hours with an English-speaking guide. Public transport to the meeting point costs extra.
Check availability →Fushimi Inari and Kyoto tours
Guided hikes, Kyoto day tours and trips from Osaka, with live prices and availability.
Plan your visit
Every topic has its own page.
Tours compared
Free visit, guided shrine tour and mountain hike: length, price and what is included.
The Mount Inari hike
233 m summit, about 4 km, the Yotsutsuji viewpoint and what to carry.
The torii gates
About 10,000 gates, Senbon Torii and how donations work.
Opening hours
Grounds open 24 hours; prayer and amulet times by the day.
Fushimi Inari at night
Lanterns, late walks and what to plan for after dark.
History of Fushimi Inari
The founding tradition of 711, Inari and the rice legend.
The fox statues
Kitsune as messengers, the keys in their mouths and Inari food.
Shrine etiquette
Bowing, washing your hands and photo rules at Inari.
How to get there
JR Inari, Keihan Fushimi-Inari, bus and car, with fares.
Day trip from Osaka
Keihan or JR from Osaka, travel times and fares.
Tofukuji Temple
The Tsutenkyo bridge, autumn leaves and admission.
Things to do in Kyoto
Twelve ideas beyond Fushimi Inari.
Best time to visit
Early morning, seasons and crowds.
Where to stay in Kyoto
Areas compared, plus the Kyoto accommodation tax.
A few things to know before you plan
The points visitors most often mix up.
Open 24 hours means the grounds
The grounds are open day and night. Prayer requests run from 08:30 to 16:30, and the amulet counter works in daytime hours. Entering closed buildings such as the main hall is not allowed.
Opening hours →Entry is free, a guided tour is optional
You do not need a ticket. A paid tour is an extra for people who want a guide, not an entry fee. A guided shrine tour in English is listed at JPY 4,000 per paying participant.
Tours →About 10,000 gates, not exactly 1,000
Senbon Torii means "thousand torii", but the name does not give a count. The shrine speaks of roughly 10,000 gates of all sizes along the mountain paths.
Torii gates →Train fares from Osaka
The Keihan fare from Yodoyabashi in Osaka to Fushimi-Inari is JPY 480 one way, on the fare table revised on 1 October 2025.
Day trip from Osaka →Wild boar on the mountain
The shrine has warned of wild boar on Mount Inari (notice of 28 December 2025). Do not approach or feed wild animals, and take extra care on the upper paths.
The hike →Kyoto accommodation tax
Since 1 March 2026, overnight stays in Kyoto City carry a tax of JPY 200, 400, 1,000, 4,000 or 10,000 per person and night, depending on the room rate.
Where to stay →Beyond Kyoto
Other shrines and temples with their own guides.
If your Japan trip continues to Tokyo, Senso-ji in Asakusa and Shibuya Crossing each have an independent guide. This site stays with Fushimi Inari and the places in Kyoto and Osaka that fit a trip around it.
Fushimi Inari: frequently asked questions
Is Fushimi Inari free to visit?
Yes. The grounds are free and open 24 hours a day, all year, with no regular closing day. Paid items are optional: prayer requests, amulets and guided tours.
How long does the Mount Inari hike take?
The loop around the mountain is about 4 km. Plan roughly 2 to 3 hours with breaks, depending on your pace. You can turn back at any point, for example at the Yotsutsuji viewpoint halfway up. See the hike page.
How do I get there from Kyoto Station?
Take the JR Nara Line to JR Inari. It is 2 stations and about 5 minutes, and the shrine entrance is right opposite the station. Check which trains stop at Inari on your timetable. The getting there page also covers the Keihan Line, bus and car.
Can I visit Fushimi Inari at night?
Yes, the grounds are open around the clock. Counters and prayer services are closed after dark, and you should bring your own light and check the last train home. See Fushimi Inari at night.
Do I need a guide?
No. Many visitors walk on their own. A guide helps if you want the background of the shrine and the gates. Tour options are compared on the tours page.
Is this the official website of the shrine?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no connection to the shrine, Kyoto City, rail operators, tour companies or hotels.