Japan · FUSHIMI INARI TOURS
The shrine is free and open all night, so what you are buying is timing and explanation. These 15 either take you up before the coaches or after dark, and the good ones tell you what the ten thousand gates are actually for.
Full-day Kyoto highlights by air-conditioned coach, from Fushimi Inari’s torii tunnel to Golden Pavilion, bamboo grove, and World Heritage temples.
“We had a great tour with Sakura. She is an amazing tour guide. The buffet was also amazing. The tour was really informative and perfectly paced. If you only have short time in Kyoto I can highly recommend this tour.”
Skip crowds on a guided 7km hike to Fushimi Inari, through bamboo and off-route shrines, with castle views. Small group, photos included.
“Great tour with EMI. She met us at the designated place, took us the opposite direction of the trip (starting at the end and finishing at the beginning) we avoided all the busy crowds that were building by the time our tour ended. Definitely gRead more”
One day bus tour from Osaka or Kyoto to Nara deer, Fushimi Inari torii gates, and Arashiyama bamboo, with smart timing and photo stops.
“Fiona is an enthusiastic guide who speaks multiple languages. This tour gives you a small amount of time in each location which then gives you the opportunity to revisit any that you enjoy.”
Day trip from Osaka or Kyoto to Arashiyama bamboo, Nara deer, and Fushimi Inari torii, with Kobe shabu lunch.
“Gary's kindness and attentiveness were highly appreciated. The itinerary was consistently adhered to, and the destinations were exceptional, with Gary's recommendations proving valuable.”
One-day Kyoto coach tour: early Arashiyama, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera, Fushimi Inari, plus optional Golden Pavilion. 11-hour bilingual.
“Both Alex and Angel were wonderful guides and did a brilliant job of jumping between English and Spanish over the tour. There was a great balance of travel between sites, information / guided walks at the sites, and free time to explore”
Kyoto highlights in one guided bus day, hitting Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Kiyomizu-dera and Fushimi Inari.
“We've used Viator to book tours many times with no problems, however, this tour sadly isnt worth what we paid. While the guide was very friendly and clearly a kind person, we couldn't understand much of his English as he went back and fRead more”
Join a 3-hour small-group hike from Tofukuji into Fushimi Inari forest trails and bamboo groves, with photo stops and torii views for $72.
“Fantastic trip. 3 hours far from the crowd. Opportunity to visit Fushimi Inari in a very interesting and quiet way. Our guide Shiori was very sympathetic and professional”
Osaka to Kyoto highlights with Fushimi Inari, Arashiyama bamboo and Kiyomizudera, plus Sagano Romantic Train. Optional lunch, mobile ticket.
“The train ride was amazing and the guide was friendly and gave lots of information. Highly recommend it.”
Early-bird Kyoto tour with an English guide, Fushimi Inari, Kiyomizu-dera views, Gion stroll, and professional photos. 4-5 hrs.
“This was a great tour and exactly what we expected. However, after spending 3 weeks in Japan, and having booked countless tours in 9 different Japanese cities, what really stood out about this tour was that fact that our guide (Ikki) was Read more”
Kyoto at night walk with a local English guide, glowing Fushimi Inari torii gates, Gion streets, and professional photos included for about 2.5 hours.
“It was a precise and successful tour. Our guide, ikki, was very clear, professional, and friendly, and in just two and a half hours he showed us everything we needed to know and see in Kyoto. Highly recommended — and if you can, ask for him specifically. You won’t regret it!”
Guided Kyoto day trip from Osaka: Arashiyama bamboo forest, Kinkakuji Golden Pavilion, Fushimi Inari, with entry tickets.
“Touring Kyoto, Japan was an unforgettable experience, made truly exceptional by our tour guides, Taka and Tom. Their knowledge of Kyoto’s history, culture, and hidden gems was outstanding, and they shared it in a way that was engaging, Read more”
4-hour e-bike ride with Maki through Gion, Fushimi Inari, and Tofukuji, with snacks, helmet, and a Zen garden stop.
“Maki was an absolutely fabulous guide with a sense of humour, great English, and excellent history and local knowledge - she took us to places we would not have seen without her which were fascinating. The bikes were comfortable and our group of 7 middle aged Australians had no problem with the activity, even riding thorough some busy areas. Mali also took excellent photos for us! Thanks to Maki it was one of our best days in Japan! Highly recommended as a half day activity”
Walk Kyoto’s Fushimi Inari at dusk on a small-group tour with included entry, a guide to explain fox worship, and time-saving navigation.
“Amazing tour with perfect pacing! Our guide knew the best spots for reflection and explained the significance of everything we saw. The mountain setting was absolutely beautiful.”
Private car day tour from Osaka to Kyoto’s Arashiyama and Fushimi Inari, with flexible stops, hotel pickup, and bottled water.
“It was a great time for all! Thomas, our guide was amazing! He arrived on time ( actually a bit early) so we got an early start which was great due to the heat. Saw some amazing things in Kyoto, ate a delicious lunch at a restraint he recommended. All was great, highly recommend”
A small-group Fushimi Inari tour with quieter trails, tea and boiled eggs, and a local soba lunch, plus photo stops and views over Kyoto.
“INCREDIBLE experience!! Takes you around the crowds which was awesome! Got to see a quiet bamboo forest as well! The refreshments along the way were most welcome and lunch was fantastic. Absolutely recommend, especially if you want to see aspects of Fushimi Inari that most people miss!”
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