Admission
Free
Fushimi, Kyoto Prefecture
At a Glance
In 1794, a natural disaster destroyed the original Okusha Hohaisho, which was then rebuilt slightly larger than before and finally relocated backward in 1975 to create the prayer area you see today.
The building's existence is documented in a 1499 record called Senguki, making it one of the oldest continuously worshipped sites within Fushimi Inari Taisha's sprawling complex.
This shrine offers 1 different goshuin designs
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Set aside 2 to 3 hours minimum for your entire visit to Fushimi Inari Taisha if you want to reach Okuyashiro Hohaisho, as it sits at the end of the Senbon Torii tunnel and requires a substantial walk up the mountain.
Plan to arrive at Okuyashiro Hohaisho in the late morning or early afternoon after you've walked through the Senbon Torii, as the altitude and cooler air make this a refreshing destination midway through your shrine visit rather than a starting point.
Approach the Hohaisho with a quiet demeanor and take time to face the three peaks of Mount Inari in prayer or reflection, as this is fundamentally a place of worship rather than a photo checkpoint, and the cooler, more isolated setting invites genuine spiritual engagement.
Wear layers and bring a light jacket even on warm days, since the altitude of this worship hall combined with the valley setting creates noticeably cooler temperatures than the main shrine area below.
Position yourself to photograph Mount Inari's three peaks directly behind the Hohaisho building, as this is the intended focal point of the worship hall and creates the most spiritually resonant composition for your images.
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Fascinating facts about this place
In 1794, a natural disaster destroyed the original Okusha Hohaisho, which was then rebuilt slightly larger than before and finally relocated backward in 1975 to create the prayer area you see today.
The building's existence is documented in a 1499 record called Senguki, making it one of the oldest continuously worshipped sites within Fushimi Inari Taisha's sprawling complex.
During the Edo period, this worship hall was also called Kumotsujo, meaning 'offering place,' reflecting its role as a destination for pilgrims completing their journey through the famous Senbon Torii gates.
From Okusha Hohaisho, all three peaks of Mount Inari are visible directly behind the prayer hall, making it the perfect vantage point to worship the sacred mountain itself rather than a specific deity.
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