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Fushimi Inari Shrine: Explore the 1,000 Torii Gates on an audio walking tour

Q: Where does this tour start?

This tour starts at: 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..

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Overview

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 Heavy-Light Stone where you can make a wish

Let’s take a stroll and found out why this ancient shrine has lessons that can still be learned today.

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What's Included

✓ Included

VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

✗ Not Included

Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
Smartphone and headphones
Food and drink
Transportation

Itinerary

Stop 1

The tour starts here, opposite the Inari station and in front of a statue of a fox.

Stop 2

This is the second stop on the tour. Here you'll start to learn about the significance of the shrines.

Stop 3

At this stop, you'll learn about a ritual called Hand Water.

Stop 4

You'll have a short stop at this beautiful main hall.

Stop 5

At this stop, you'll learn about Wabisabi.

Stop 6

You'll make your way through the Senbon Torii, the 1000 Torii gates.

Stop 7

You'll make your way through the Senbon Torii, the 1000 Torii gates.

Stop 8

At this stop, you'll learn about the Okusha shrine.

Stop 9

You'll make a brief stop by the Root up Pine Tree where you'll learn more about it.

Stop 10

This is where the tour ends. You'll have the opportunity to keep going or take a quick break before returning to the start.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point

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.

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End Point

The tour ends at a lovely pond deep in the shrine’s complex.

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Good to Know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Known For:

Architecture Tours in Kyoto, Walking Tours in Kyoto, Private Sightseeing Tours in Kyoto, Audio Guides in Kyoto, Historical Tours in Kyoto

Special Instructions

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. VoiceMap has sent you an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

[REMOVE FOR DRIVING TOURS]This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.[REMOVE FOR DRIVING TOURS]

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app
2. Create an account
3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes
4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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• You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
• This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
• When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
• Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email support@voicemap.me