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Fushimi Inari-taisha

Fushimi Inari-taisha is a Shinto shrine located in Kyoto, Japan. It is famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates that form a tunnel-like path leading up to the top of Mount Inari. The shrine is dedicated to Inari, the god of rice, and foxes, which are believed to be his messengers. Fushimi Inari-taisha is not only a popular tourist destination but also a popular photography location. The torii gates provide a stunning backdrop for photos, especially during sunrise and sunset. The shrine also has several other picturesque spots, including the main hall, the pond, and the fox statues. Photographers can capture the beauty of the shrine and its surroundings while learning about Japanese culture and history.

Pray for Light
Fushimi Inari Shrine

On a visit to Tokyo in June I decided to head up to Kyoto for a Friday night sunset and Saturday morning sunrise shoot before flying back from Tokyo...

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Memoirs of Kyoto
Memoirs of Kyoto

The famous tightly packed vermilion torii gates of Fushimi Inari, Kyoto, Japan.

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Torii Trail
Fushimi Inari Shrine

Patience. Although it was noon and the Fushimi Inari Shrine was mobbed with tour groups, with a little patience I managed to grab a shot of the...

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Most notably Andrey Sulitskiy, Jorge Císcar and Yi Jiang.