Journey of a Thousand Gates

Travelers traverse the sacred grounds of Fushimi Inari-taisha in Kyoto, Japan, passing through thousands of vibrant vermilion torii gates. Each gate represents a votive offering from individuals and businesses seeking prosperity, growth, and divine favor from the Shinto deity Inari. This winding path creates a physical journey into the heart of Japanese spiritual tradition, marking a history of dedication that spans centuries.

Details

Camera & Exposure

Camera: SONY ILCE-7M3
Lens: FE 28-70mm F3.5-5.6 OSS
Aperture: 35/10
Shutter: 1/640
Focal Length: 280/10
Flash: 16
White Balance: 1
Exposure Program: 4
Metering: 5

Image

Dimensions: 2000 × 1333 px
Date Taken: July 11, 2026 at 2:11 PM
GPS: 34°58'5.1"N 135°46'41.3"E

Keywords

forest Fushimi Inari Japan kanji Kyoto nature trail paved path Shinto shrine sightseeing torii gates travel trees Tunnel walking

IPTC Metadata

Location

City: Kyoto
State/Province: Kyoto
Country: Japan
Location: Fushimi-ku

Credits

Author: Evgeny Drokov
Title: Freelance Photographer
Copyright: (c) Evgeny Drokov, edrokov@gmail.com

Content

Headline: Journey of a Thousand Gates
Title: Journey of a Thousand Gates

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