⛩️🔥⛰️ Fushimi Inari Hike – From 1,000 Gates to the Mountain Peak

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It’s not just a shrine.
It’s a journey through vermilion gates, mossy steps, and forest silence — all the way to the top of Mount Inari.

⛩️ Start at the Grand Torii

Pass through the iconic orange gate and step into the world of 10,000 torii gates.
The early path is the most photogenic — narrow lanes, glowing gates, and soft light.

📸 Must-shoot:

Back-facing shot walking uphill under torii
Side profile through gate shadows
Wide-angle when no one’s around (early morning best)
🪨 Mid-Point: Yotsutsuji Intersection

About 30–40 mins in, you’ll reach the viewpoint halfway up — overlooking Kyoto city.
This is where most tourists turn back. Don’t.

🌿 Upper Trail: Forest, Silence, Shrines

The higher you climb, the fewer people you meet.
It’s quieter, greener, more spiritual. Tiny fox statues and mini shrines appear in the mossy corners.

🧘♀️ Vibe shift: From Insta-spot to inner peace

🏔️ Summit: The Peak of Mt. Inari (233m)

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