Fushimi Inari is a 1,300-year-old temple dedicated to Inari, the Shinto deity of rice and sake (Japanese rice wine). The shrine complex dates back to the eighth century, but it's not the star of ...

“However, it is said that the god of Inari Shrine is really troublesome if you make him angry, so if possible, we recommend that you go to the shrine to apologize.” Article 188 of the Japanese ...

Kyoto has long been feeling the strain of overtourism, which not only places a burden on tourist sites but local residents, ...

Hoards of Chinese tourists sparked chaos as they converged on a level crossing in Japan. Footage shows holidaymakers crowding ...

Disrespecting a fox in Japanese culture could lead to supernatural consequences, including illness or possession. The sequel could introduce a side quest related to Inari shrine disrespect ...

The shrine honours Japan's war dead but also convicted World War Two criminals A Chinese man accused of buying spray paint which was used to write the word "toilet" on a controversial Japanese ...

Jan. 7 (UPI) --A formal ceremony heralded the start of the Japan's sumo wrestling season at the Meiji Jingu shrine on Tuesday, two months after a U.S. man was arrested for desecrating it.

For a memorable cultural experience to kick off the new year, head over to Teppozu Inari Shrine near Hatchobori ... rowing a boat while chanting ancient Japanese poetry. The chants are meant ...

Japan is a country that seamlessly blends the ... Another must-visit site is Fushimi Inari Shrine, known for its thousands of red torii gates that form a pathway up the mountain, creating a ...