Quiet Places to Visit After Fushimi Inari
Fushimi Inari Taisha is one of the most famous shrines in Kyoto. After walking through the thousands of torii gates, many visitors may wish to spend a little more time in a quieter and more traditional part of Kyoto.
Here we introduce peaceful shrines, temples, and streetscapes that can be visited on foot from Fushimi Inari.
Shizuhamo — A Traditional Machiya Cultural Space for Tea & Ikebana
Shizuhamo is a traditional Kyoto machiya located about 1.7 km from Fushimi Inari Taisha. It is arranged as a quiet cultural space inspired by the world of tea gatherings, where visitors can gently experience the atmosphere of tea and ikebana.
You can feel traces of Kyoto life from about a hundred years ago through charcoal utensils, the tokonoma alcove, and seasonal arrangements.
Fujinomori Shrine
Located near Shizuhamo, Fujinomori Shrine is a historic shrine with a calm and quiet atmosphere.
In contrast to the lively crowds of Fushimi Inari, it offers a slower and more peaceful time within its grounds.
Hotoji Temple
Hotoji Temple is a calm temple located near Fujinomori Shrine. Unlike Kyoto’s more famous central temples, it is not heavily crowded, and visitors can enjoy its quiet wooden architecture and garden scenery.
Streets of the Preserved Kyo-machiya District
In the area between Sumizome Station and Fushimi Inari, there is a district designated by Kyoto City for the preservation and succession of traditional Kyo-machiya townhouses.
Unlike the center of major tourist areas, old machiya houses and quiet streets remain here, offering a glimpse of everyday life in Kyoto.
Free Audio Guide to Fushimi Inari
Shizuhamo also offers a free audio guide introducing the history and culture around Fushimi Inari.