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Discover seven iconic torii gates across Japan, each marking a transition into sacred spiritual space. Learn about their locations and how to access them.

7 places

1
Meiji Shrine
Tourist attraction · Shibuya
4.7 (53,577)
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A serene Shinto shrine located in Shibuya Ward, Tokyo, offering a peaceful escape into nature. The closest train station is Yoyogi Station.
Meiji Jingu, 1-1 Yoyogikamizonocho, Shibuya, Tokyo 151-8557
2
Motonosumi Shrine
Shinto shrine
4.2
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This shrine in Nagato City, Yamaguchi, is famous for its stunning red torii gates lining a cliff overlooking the sea. The closest train station is Nagato-Furuichi Station.
Nagato, Yamaguchi 759-4712
3
Hakone Shrine
Shinto shrine · Hakone
4.4 (19,913)Closed
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Located in Hakone City, Kanagawa, this shrine features a striking red torii gate standing in Lake Ashi, offering picturesque views. The closest bus station is Hakone-Jinja-iriguchi.
Hakone Shrine, 80-1 Motohakone, Hakone, Ashigarashimo District, Kanagawa 250-0522, Japan
4
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Shinto shrine · Kyoto
4.6 (90,859)Closed
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An iconic shrine in Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, known for its thousands of vibrant orange torii gates that form a network of trails up Mount Inari. The closest train station is Inari Station.
Fushimi Inari Taisha, 68 Fukakusa Yabunouchicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0882, Japan
5
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine
Shinto shrine · Fujiyoshida
4.6 (6,178)Closed · opens Tuesday 9 AM
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Situated in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi, this shrine offers breathtaking views of Mount Fuji framed by its torii gate, especially beautiful with autumn foliage. The closest train station is Shimoyoshida Station.
Arakura Fuji Sengen Shrine, 2-chome-4-1 Asama, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi 403-0031, Japan
6
Itsukushima Shrine
Shinto shrine · Hatsukaichi
4.6 (36,687)Closed · opens tomorrow 6:30 AM
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A UNESCO World Heritage site in Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima, famous for its 'floating' torii gate that appears to float on the water at high tide. The closest train station is Miyajimaguchi Station.
Itsukushima Jinja, 1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588, Japan
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Sueyama Shrine
Shinto shrine · Arita
4.5 (1,272)Closed · opens Tuesday 9 AM
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This unique shrine in Nishimatsuura District, Saga, is distinguished by its torii gate and other structures made from Arita porcelain. The closest train station is Kami-Arita Station.
Tōzan Shrine (Sueyama Shrine), 2 Chome-5-1 Odaru, Arita, Nishimatsuura District, Saga 844-0004, Japan