Motonosumi Inari Shrine

Motonosumi Inari Shrine, A Shrine On The Sea Of Japan Coast In Yamaguchi Known For A Line Of 123 Red Torii Gates Running Down A Clifftop To The Sea, With A Donation Box Set High On A Torii. A Long Drive; The Shrine Itself Is Small. · Nagato, Yamaguchi

Motonosumi Inari Shrine stands on the Sea of Japan coast near Nagato in Yamaguchi, on a green headland above the water. It was established in 1955, a small local shrine, and has become one of the most photographed shrines in western Honshu. A long tunnel of red gates runs down toward the sea, curving along the slope, and the sea and cliffs frame the view at the end. A donation box is set high on top of the first gate, about 5 m up, and visitors try to throw coins into it - confirm. A CNN list of the most beautiful places in Japan is often given as the reason for the crowds - confirm. The shrine is small, and the walk takes a few minutes. It suits photographers and drivers on a coast road trip. It is worth the long drive in clear weather and on a weekday; it is not worth it on a rainy weekend or without a car at all. Bring a windproof jacket, water, and plan to be back at the car before dark.

Yuya, Nagato, Yamaguchi, on a cliff road on the Sea of Japan coast, reached by car or by bus and a walk from Hitotsubo Station, Nagato, Yamaguchi, Japan

The shrine is outdoors and open at all hours, though there are no staff or lights, so go in daylight; a small shop or kiosk may open in the main season - confirm. There is no gate fee. A car is the practical way to come: the shrine is roughly 50 minutes from Nagato city by road, with a small car park and a narrow approach road; confirm parking limits and any free shuttle at busy times. Buses are few, and the JR Sanin Line stops at Hitotsubo Station with a long walk or taxi after. Weekends in spring and autumn are crowded. Cash is needed for the donation box.

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