## The short version
Fushimi Inari Taisha is known for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form tunnels up a forested mountain. This listing is a guided two-hour walk there that leaves at 18:00 and returns at 20:00, so most of the walk takes place in the evening rather than the middle of the day.
## What the guide adds
Rather than just following the gates uphill, the guide explains the shrine's history, what the fox deity Inari symbolises, and the meaning of the rituals that are still practised there. The listing also says the route visits lesser-known corners that visitors on their own tend to miss, and highlights forest paths and lookout points with views over Kyoto.
## Where and when you meet
The meeting point is in front of the convenience store at **Daily Yamazaki Fushimi Inari Shrine**, at 93 Fukakusa Inarionmaecho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto 612-0881. The guide asks you to arrive five minutes before the 18:00 departure. Latecomers and no-shows cannot be refunded, so build a margin into your journey. The listing notes the schedule can shift with traffic and weather.
## Is it physically demanding?
Yes, moderately. The listing warns that the tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs and asks that you are fit enough to take part. If you or someone in your group finds long stair climbs difficult, consider that before booking.
## Children
Children aged 13 and over pay the adult rate. Separate categories exist for children aged 3 to 12 and infants aged 0 to 2.
## What is included
Admission to attractions and an English-speaking guide are included. This is a join-in group, so you share the walk with other travellers rather than having a private guide.
## Booking details
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the date, in Kyoto's local time. - Instant confirmation. - You present a mobile voucher, which is valid only on the date you booked.
## If you want a different time of day
This particular listing is the evening departure. If you would rather walk the shrine in daylight, look at the other Fushimi Inari tours offered for Kyoto and compare their departure times before choosing.