
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 58 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance worth booking?
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance is a 1-hour experience in Kyoto, Japan, from $26 per person. It scores 77 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 58 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 77 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (58)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $26 per person
Explore one of Kyoto’s most famous sacred sites on this 60-minute guided tour of the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Its awe-inspiring architecture and iconic Torii gates form an unforgettable spectacle. The Kyoto City Visitors Hosts, Kyoto City’s official guides, will welcome you to this sacred place and explain the history and significance of Fushimi Inari aisha Shrine while sharing local customs and traditions. You will stroll through the famous Senbon Torii – the pathway lined with hundreds of vermillion gates. Additionally, tour participants will be given the exclusive opportunity to witness a Kagura performance at the Kagura Hall, featuring a sacred traditional dance performed by “Kagurame” female shrine attendants. By the end of this tour, participants will have gained a deeper insight into Kyoto’s customs and practices. This tour is officially supported by Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
What you get
About this experience
Explore one of Kyoto’s most famous sacred sites on this 60-minute guided tour of the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. Its awe-inspiring architecture and iconic Torii gates form an unforgettable spectacle. The Kyoto City Visitors Hosts, Kyoto City’s official guides, will welcome you to this sacred place and explain the history and significance of Fushimi Inari aisha Shrine while sharing local customs and traditions. You will stroll through the famous Senbon Torii – the pathway lined with hundreds of vermillion gates. Additionally, tour participants will be given the exclusive opportunity to witness a Kagura performance at the Kagura Hall, featuring a sacred traditional dance performed by “Kagurame” female shrine attendants. By the end of this tour, participants will have gained a deeper insight into Kyoto’s customs and practices. This tour is officially supported by Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine.
What's included
Included
- 60-minutes Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine guided tour
- Kagura Performance - a traditional Japanese performing art
Not included
- Private transportation
What you'll see and do
Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine
Explore one of Kyoto’s most famous sacred sites on this 60-minute guided tour of the renowned Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. The Kyoto City Visitors Hosts, Kyoto City’s official guides, will welcome you to this sacred place and explain the history and significance of Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine while sharing local customs and traditions. You will stroll through the famous Senbon Torii – the pathway lined with hundreds of vermillion gates. Additionally, tour participants will be given the exclusive opportunity to witness a Kagura performance at the Kagura Hall, featuring a sacred traditional dance performed by “Kagurame” female shrine attendants. This tour is officially supported by Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine. We run this tour to foster meaningful connections between tourists and the local community, creating an environment where visitors cherish the region and are warmly welcomed by its residents, thereby supporting sustainable tourism in Kyoto City.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kyoto
The office called Counter No.1 at "Juyosho", where good luck charms and amulets are sold, one the left side of the "Honden" main shrine is the meeting point for the tour.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Kyoto City Tourism Association (DMO KYOTO)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour will be conducted only in English
- Please refrain from taking a picture and movie during the "Kagura", a sacred traditional dance up by "Kagurame" female shrine attendants.
- This tour is a walking tour that is recommended for those who love walking
- Each paid participant can bring 1 child aged 0-12 to join for free.
- Earphone will be only provided to paid participants. If earphones are required for children, please purchase adult tickets.
- The child has to be accompanied by an adult during the tour.
- If you wish to bring more than one child to the tour, each additional child would have to purchase an adult ticket.
- Please make sure you arrive well before the start of the tour.
- Tours start on time. If late, please find the guide and join the group.
- Tour organizer is not liable for injuries.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 58 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
58 verified traveler reviews for Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Kyoto Senbon Torii Gates
Takto was amazing and very informative. He gave us a lot of the history and customs regarding shintoism and Buddhism and how both religions existed in japan as well as current information about how these practices still glow through the culture today. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for joining our tour, and for taking the time to write us a wonderful review! We're very happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and our guide's hospitality. We hope learning more about Japan's history and customs helped you have an even more fulfilling trip. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue providing the best experience possible.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
Amazing experience! This tour deserves a bit more credit: quite an extensive coverage of history of the temple, its symbolism, all in a small group setting (private tour for me). My tour guide Kai was also incredibly enthusiastic, knowledgeable and answered quite a lot of the questions I had!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for joining our tour, and for taking the time to write us a wonderful review! We're very happy to hear you enjoyed the tour and found it informative. We hope the experience helped you enjoy Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine even more. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue providing the best experience possible.
via Tripadvisor
Great experience with Akiko
I participated in this tour as a first-time visitor to Fushimi Inari Shrine and Kyoto, and it was a wonderful experience. Akiko was my guide, and since I was the only participant at the time, she was able to give me a very personalized experience and patiently answer all of my questions It was fascinating to learn about the history of Fushimi Inari shrine, as well as the stories, cultural significance, and architectural details behind the shrine. As a history lover, I really appreciated having the opportunity to learn about the shrine beyond simply visiting it as a tourist. Akiko’s knowledge and explanations made the experience much more meaningful and memorable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone interested in Japanese history and culture
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for joining our tour, and for taking the time to write us a wonderful review and recommendation! We're very happy to hear you were able to enjoy a more personal tour with our guide, and that you could learn all about the aspects of the shrine that interested you. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your trip just as much! Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue providing the best experience possible.
via Tripadvisor
A Delightful Tour
A wonderful and informative experience. If you want to learn some history about the shrine and culture of Kyoto please take the tour
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for joining our tour, and for taking the time to write us a wonderful review and recommendation! We're very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it informative. Your kind words mean a lot to our team and motivate us to continue providing the best possible experience for our visitors.
via Tripadvisor
Terrible experiences
Never deal with those people. Came twenty minutes earlier too meeting soot. Bo one came. No group no guide. Phone not answering. Trip Advisor kept us thirty minutes more onn the phone to cancel Total loss 1 hour twenty minutes under scorching sun. Never ever deal with those people.
Response from the operator: We sincerely apologize for the disappointing experience you had with your scheduled tour. Our tour guide was present at the designated meeting point until around 11:45 AM and attempted to reach you through a Viator message before 11:30 AM. It's possible you might have been waiting at a different location than the designated meeting spot. We will update our meeting point directions with clearer and more detailed instructions to make it easier for guests to locate it. We take full responsibility for the difficulty you experienced contacting us by phone. To prevent this from happening again, we have updated our phone system to ensure we can reliably answer calls when guests need to reach us. Again, we deeply apologize for the issues you have experienced, and thank you for reaching out to us regarding them.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $26 to $4,000
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 77
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kyoto.
How much does Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance cost?
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Prices start at $26 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kyoto usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kyoto is not rushed.
Is Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 77 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 58 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kyoto, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kyoto can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kyoto and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kyoto within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kyoto?
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On Outty we rank every Kyoto experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Kyoto Ghost Tour: Dark Tales, Urban Legends, Bamboo Forest Night, Kyoto : Chopsticks Making Workshop with Engraving Option in Gion, Kyoto: Gion Hidden Gems & Geisha Culture Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kyoto?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kyoto?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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Included: 60-minutes Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine guided tour; and Kagura Performance - a traditional Japanese performing art. Not included: Private transportation. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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The office called Counter No.1 at "Juyosho", where good luck charms and amulets are sold, one the left side of the "Honden" main shrine is the meeting point for the tour. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Kyoto. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Kyoto Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine Tour and Kagura Performance?
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Across 58 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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