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Fushimi Inari Hidden Waterfall Sacred Takigyo Ritual Experience

Kyoto, Japan
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • A Certified guide
    • Tour Photos
    • Hidden shrine
    • Share the offerings with the gods

      Meeting and Pickup

      Meeting point

      • FamilyMart Nakai Tofukuji
        12-chōme-232 Honmachi, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0981, Japan

        Meet outside Tofukuji Station Exit 2, next to FamilyMart. From Kyoto Station, take JR rapid or local trains. From Shijo Keihan, use Keihan sub-express, semi-express, or local trains (no express). Look for a red or orange “MagicalTrip” sign. The map pin marks the FamilyMart building.

      End point

      • Fushimi Inari Taisha
        68 Fukakusa Yabunouchichō, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan

        Drink sacred sake or non-alcoholic amazake, Q&A session

      Operating hours
      .9:30 am

      Itinerary

      FamilyMart Nakai Tofukuji (Pass By)

      1

      Gosha-no-taki Shrine

      20 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

      2

      Gosha-no-taki Shrine

      30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

      3

      Gosha-no-taki Shrine

      30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

      4

      Gosha-no-taki Shrine

      50 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

      Additional Info

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
      • To respect all participants, the tour will start on time. Guests arriving late will not be able to join, reschedule, or receive a refund. Please note that there may be other participants on the same tour.
      • Guests under 15 years old and those aged 65 or older are not eligible to participate in the waterfall purification (takigyo). They may observe only, but if you originally booked for takigyo and decide to observe instead upon arrival, no refund will be provided.
      • During the waterfall purification (takigyo), you will change into a white ritual outfit. Since it may become see-through after the takigyo, we recommend wearing a swimsuit underneath. If you forget to bring one, disposable undergarments are available for purchase at the shrine for 100 yen.
      • While other participants from the same group are performing takigyo, please wait quietly in your own room.
      • The tour may be canceled due to traffic conditions, weather, facility operations, or safety reasons.
      • The tour fee includes the takigyo experience, shrine entrance, a towel for after the shower, and the offerings set.
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 7 travelers

      Cancellation Policy

      You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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      up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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