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5 Best Souvenir Shops Near Kyoto's Fushimi Inari Taisha

Fushimi, Uji Gift Shops

Fushimi Inari Taisha is a popular tourist destination among Japanese and foreign tourists alike. Located in Kyoto, it’s one of the main shrines of the Inari Shrines spread all around Japan. The reason for its popularity is the “Senbon Torii” that leads to Mount Inari, behind the main shrine. The file of more than 10,000 red torii gates are placed by devoted worshippers who pray for a rich harvest or good business or simply to show appreciation. The route is also decorated and guarded by several fox statues, the messengers of the god of Inari Taisha. Today we will introduce you to souvenir shops where you can find Kyoto products.

Omihachiman Guide: Living the Anime Dream on a Merchant Town Boat in Hachiman-bori

Shiga Suburbs Rivers, Lakes & Canyons
Abeno Harukas: MUJI Café and Crazy Osaka Views?! What to do in Japan’s Tallest Building

Shinsekai, Tennouji, Tsuruhashi Landmarks
Fun in The Sun! Top 10 Things to do in Summer in Osaka

Namba, Dotonbori, Shinsaibashi Summer
Kyoto Hot Springs: Relax at Ohara Sansou Spa, Kyoto's Mountain Village Getaway!

kyoto Suburbs Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Nanzenji Temple Guide: Visual Walk Through One of Japan's Most Incredible Temples

Ginkakuji Temple, Nanzenji Temple Shrines
Top 20 Things to Do in Osaka During Your First Trip!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Sightseeing

Super Nintendo World Osaka: The world’s first Nintendo theme area at Universal Studios Japan!

USJ, Nanko Port Theme Parks

Super Nintendo World is based on the theme of Nintendo characters and their worldview. It is a collaborative effort between Japan's Nintendo and Universal Studios Japan and open to the world. The opening of Super Nintendo World is a long-awaited event, so in this article, we will give you the latest information about this new area.

First Class Backpackers Inn Awaji: Enjoy a beach BBQ at Awaji’s stylish campsite!

Awaji Island, Maiko Food Entertainment
Why Instagrammers Love These Top 3 Kyoto Cafes

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Other Cafes and Sweets
Geisha in Kyoto Struggle to Protect Traditions in Face of Coronavirus

Gion, Kawaramachi, Kiyomizu-dera Temple Other Traditional Culture
Kyoto Glamping Guide: GRAX in Rurikei Onsen - Lavish BBQ and How Springs in the Utmost Comfort!

kyoto Suburbs Unique Hotels
Gateway to Kobe: Enjoy hands-on fun at Koto-no-Hako Kobe!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Theme Parks
Abeno Harukas in Osaka: Best View in Japan?!

Shinsekai, Tennouji, Tsuruhashi Landmarks

Better Than Osaka? Finding Kobe's Best Okonomiyaki Shops!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Okonomiyaki, Monja & Takoyaki

When most Japanese people hear the word ‘okonomiyaki’, they think ‘Osaka’. But a secret that Kansai residents want to keep to themselves is that Kobe has a wealth of great okonomiyaki restaurants too! With a huge variety of flavors you just can’t get in Osaka, it’s worth going to Kobe just for this traditional treat.

Kobe Beef in Kobe: 3 Best Restaurants Near Sannomiya Offering Affordably Priced Kobe Beef!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Teppanyaki
Rokko Garden Terrace: Magnificent Mount Rokko Night Views

Arima Onsen, Mt. Rokko Landmarks
Highlights of Umeda Sky Building: Get the Perfect Views of Osaka!

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Other Architecture
Japanese Foodies Recommend: Top Restaurants Near Osaka Castle

Osaka Castle, Tenmabashi, Kyobashi Izakaya
Osaka Portable WiFi: 3 Wi-Fi Rental Shops Near Osaka Station and Usage Guide

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Wi-Fi Rental Shops
3 Best Hotels in Kobe Japan with Amazing Views of Kobe Bay!

Kobe, Sannomiya, Kitano Hotels

Kyoyo’s Kitano Tenmangu Shrine: Enjoy a stroll among the spring plum blossoms

kyoto Suburbs Shrines

Kitano Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto was built in honor of Sugawara no Michizane, revered in the Shinto religion as the god of learning. The shrine is renowned for its gorgeous plum blossoms which bloom from the beginning of February to the end of March. There are plenty of other points of interest in the grounds as well as the plum blossoms, and today we’ll tell you about some of these.

Arima Onsen Day Trip: Japan's Oldest Hot Spring Town is Just Like Stepping Into an Anime

Arima Onsen, Mt. Rokko Hot Springs (Onsen) & Bath Houses (Sento)
Heian-jingu Shrine: Visiting One of Japan’s Most Beautiful Shrines and Gardens

Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace Shrines
Hozugawa Kudari: Scenic Kyoto River Cruise Down One of the Area's Most Picturesque Valleys!

kyoto Suburbs Outdoor Activities
Sightseeing Highlights: Experience the Appeal of Kyoto Geisha Culture

Kyoto Station, To-ji Temple Shows
Top 3 Cafes in Nanki-Shirahama With Incredible Ocean Views

Kumano Kodo, Shingu, Shirahama Other Cafes and Sweets
Japan's Ama Divers: An Afternoon With Mie’s Famous Free-Diving Mermaids!

Mie Suburbs Other Activities

Osaka in Autumn: What You Need to Know About Weather, What to Pack

Umeda, Osaka Station, Kitashinchi Autumn

Osaka in autumn is very comfortable, but as the season progresses it steadily gets colder as winter approaches. But just how cold does the season get, and what to bring on your trip when visiting Osaka in autumn? Let's have a look below.