⛩️ Kyoto Travel | Discovering Fushimi Inari Shrine (1) ⛩️

📚 Introduction Fushimi Inari Shrine was established in 711 AD and has a history of over 1300 years. ⛩️ The shrine is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of agriculture, commerce, food, and prosperity. 🌾 Highlights 1️⃣ Thousand Torii Gates: Composed of thousands of vermilion torii gates donated by individuals and companies, these gates stretch from the base to the top of the mountain. They are the most iconic feature of Fushimi Inari Shrine. 🌲 2️⃣ Main Hall: This is where Inari is enshrined. The building is painted in a striking vermilion color, exuding an air of solemnity. Visitors can come here to pay their respects and offer prayers. 🏛️ 3️⃣ Fox Statues: As the messengers of Inari, foxes are a common sight within the shrine. These statues often hold rice ears, keys, or scrolls in their mouths. 🦊 #Kyoto 🌇