Walking distance from Fushimi Inari-taisha to Heian Jingū
Kyoto, JP
Distance
6.38 km
3.96 mi
Walking time
1h 25m
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking1h 25mrecommended
🚴Cycling24 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving11 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Fushimi Inari-taisha or Heian Jingū.
- The route runs through Kyoto streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at the entrance of Fushimi Inari-taisha, you’re greeted by the vibrant vermilion torii gates that seem to stretch endlessly up the mountain. The air is fresh, filled with the earthy scent of moss and damp wood,
Other walking distances in Kyoto
Kiyomizu-dera Temple → Fushimi Inari-taisha4.41 km · 59 minKiyomizu-dera Temple → Heian-kyō2.03 km · 27 minKiyomizu-dera Temple → Ginkaku-ji Temple5.39 km · 1h 12mKiyomizu-dera Temple → Tō-ji Temple5.02 km · 1h 7mKiyomizu-dera Temple → Heian Jingū3.16 km · 42 minKinkaku-ji Temple → Heian-kyō7.26 km · 1h 37m
FAQ
How far is Fushimi Inari-taisha from Heian Jingū?
6.38 km (3.96 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Kyoto.
How long does it take to walk?
About 1h 25m at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Fushimi Inari-taisha and Heian Jingū?
Yes - the 6.38 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.