Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour
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Avoid the crowds and the heats! Join us an unforgettable evening walking tour of the Fushimi-Inari Shrine, one of Kyoto’s most iconic sites away from the daytime crowds immerse yourselves in the beautiful lantern light up.
⚠️ Sunset is around 6:00 PM. During the winter season, we also offer a daytime option.
⚠️ Prior to the tour, please ensure WhatsApp is available for easy communication. Our tour guide will use these platforms to contact you.
✅ This is an English Guided Walking Tour. Explore the rich history and cultural significance of the shrine with a knowledgeable and friendly guide.
✅ A Unique Experience of the Shrine: Enjoy a serene and less crowded experience as we visit the shrine during the quieter and cooler evening hours.
✅ Breathtaking Sights: Witness the stunning transformation of the shrine after dark, when the vermilion gates and the surrounding buildings are illuminated with a soft orange glow.
*This tour will not hike the entire Fushimi-Inari mountain.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English Speaking Guide
Approximately 2 Hours
What To Expect
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Discover the spiritual heart of Kyoto at Fushimi-Inari Shrine, famous for its thousands of vibrant red Tori gates. Walk through the enchanting paths that lead up Mount Inari, surrounded by a deep sense of history, spirituality and nature. This iconic Shinto shrine is dedicated to Inari, the god of rice, agriculture, and business. Visitors come to pray for success, health, and happiness while exploring smaller shrines, stone fox statues, and scenic viewpoints.
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Kyoto Fushimi-Inari Night Walking Tour
Reviews
252 reviews
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Great experience, awesome guide.
Mandhi A,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a great experience. Masaki our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. We had a great time and learnt a lot about the shrine and general area. He also provided great advice on places to eat and other attractions to visit.
Hiro the Hero
Sonny K,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00The shrine has a deep history, and it is best visited with a tour guide. Hiro did an EXCELLENT job explaining the history, cultural importance, and tradition of the shrine; as well as making us feel incredibly welcome in the country of Japan. He answered every question with confidence and without reservation or judgment. Additionally this shrine is easy to get lost in, so having somebody to guide for navigation alone was worth it, especially at night.
Good informative tour of the shrine
Joahna K,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Most of our tour was in proper nighttime, not dusk. Expect to be walking on the mountain paths through the gates in the dark. Vincent was very friendly and knowledgeable. He was also patient while I stopped for photos, which was appreciated. There were definitely still plenty of people around as the tour started, but the numbers dwindled over the course of evening.
Yessi was a great host!
Makenzie W,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00I recommend taking this tour to learn more about the shrine. Yessi pointed out things that you would otherwise walk past and not notice. It was very cool to get to learn a bit more about the history. She showed us how to pray at different sites because there are different rituals at each. My tour time was 6pm and was great because it was less crowded and not as hot. The sun did go down shortly after starting but that was ok because the path has lights.
Excellent tour with...
Anthony P,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour with knowledgable guide . Late afternoon evening is a great time to visit the shrine , less people and lighting makes for great photos .
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