Fushimi Inari Taisha

Official English Website https://inari.jp/en/

Senbon Torii

The torii gateways of Inari shrines are painted by the same Inari-nuri technique as the building. The Japanese word for "vermilion", ake, can be written in various different characters, each with a different meaning. In addition to its meaning as a shade of red, the word can also refer to red in general, dawn and light. These meanings convey a sense of brightness and hope, and the color is associated with a strong belief in the soul of Inari Okami and blessings for life, the earth and production.

Inari Fox(God Inari)

The god Inari is said to be connected with rice, tea, and sake. Given how important these three things are to Japanese culture, it comes as no surprise that over one-third of all Shinto shrines in Japan are dedicated to Inari.