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Kyoto, Japan - 22 November, 2016: Foxes are thought to be Inari's messengers, resulting in many fox statues across the shrine grounds at Fushimi Inari-taisha.

Kyoto, Japan - Jan 3, 2024: Fox statue in Fushimi Inari Taisha Sembon Torii Thousand Torii gates in Kyoto Japan

Male red fox, or dog, sleeping in the open on the snow, despite a cold drizzle. Note how the fox, well adapted for the cold, wraps his bushy tail around his body to stay warm, and tucks his nose into his fur. Foxes have other adaptations for the cold, including long and thick coats, more fur on their footpads than domestic dogs (for warmth and better grip in snow), and the ability to conserve body heat by reducing circulation to their paws. Their cold-resistant feet, long legs in relation to their bodies, and light builds allow them to move well even in deep snow. Some mammalogists believe the red foxes original to North America, as opposed to their present-day descendants, which may have hybridized with the subspecies introduced from Europe, were restricted to boreal and mountainous regions. This sleepy fox was photographed in the hills of rural Washington, Connecticut.

guardian fox of Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, Japan

Shimosakahamachō, Nagahama, Shiga Prefecture, Japan. Dec 03, 2023. A close up to a stone statue of a fox Inari kami spirit god of Japan. Statue of a kitsune adorned with a white votive bib in a shrine.

Inari shrines typically possess guardian figures in the form of fox(kitsune). These fox statues are messengers of Inari. Kyoto, Japan.

Kyoto Prefecture, Kansai region, Japan - September 28, 2009 - Fox sculpture (Kitsune) with red Torii gate of Fushimi Inari Taisha, a shrine located at the base of Inari mountain in Fushimi-ku.

Kyoto, Japan - December 17, 2019 : Fox statue in Fushimi Inari Taisha shrine, Kyoto, Japan.

At the base of the Inari Mountain at Kyoto Japan is the Fushimi Inari Shrine, one of the many shrines dotted in the mountain. Inari, who is traditionally the Shinto God of Rice, is worshiped at the Fushimi Inari Shrine by merchants and manufacturers for centuries because Inari is also renowned in history as the patron of business. What is iconic about the Fushimi Inari Shrine are the innumerable “Torii” gates linking all the shrines around the mountain. These traditional red gates, with black bases, are tightly packed in long rows, starting from the two dense parallel rows of gates known as the “Senbon Torii” which lead to the hiking trails at the back of the Shrine’s main grounds.

One woman in kimono walks under Torii Gates, Fushimi-Inari Shrine, Fushimi-ku, Kyoto, Honshu, Japan. The Fushimi Inari Shrine is dedicated to the Inari god, whose messengers were thought to be foxes. The shrine is most notable for its hundreds of sequential Torii gates. Honshu, Japan’s main island with most of the country’s major cities and cultural sites. From the busy global hub of Tokyo for finance, industry, fashion and cuisine to Mount Fuji, the iconic, snow-capped volcano and the city of Kyoto, famed for Zen temples, gardens and traditional geisha entertainment

Kyoto, Japan - November 13, 2015: Fox-like wooden plaques hanging on boards in the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Japanese people write down their prayers on them and draw a face. They believe the fox is a messenger to the gods.

guardian fox of Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto, Japan

Shinto is also believed. The fox is a messenger of the god Inari.

Kyoto, Japan - January 07, 2020: Stone Statue of the Fushimi Inari Taisha god in the View of Fox

Kyoto, Japan, October 27, 2024: Sculpture of a fox (kitsune), symbolizing the messengers of the goddess of rice fertility Inari at the Shrine of Fushimi Inari on an autumn day

Fox sculpture in Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine in fall autumn season, located in Fushimi-ku. landmark and popular for tourists attractions in Kyoto. Kyoto, Japan, 27 November 2019

Taken at Fushimi Inari, a famous sightseeing spot in Kyoto. The countless torii gates and stone fox statues create a mysterious atmosphere.

Young couple under Torii gates, Fushimi-Inari Shrine, Arashiyama, Kyoto, Japan. Fushimi Inari Taisha is the most important of the shrines dedicated to Inari, Shinto god of rice. Foxes are thought to be Inari's messengers, so many fox statues are in the grounds. Torii gates, known as Senbon Torii were donated starting from the Edo period (1603–1868) by those hoping to have a wish come true or in gratitude for a wish fulfilled, with successive gates being added up to the present day numbering around 800. Honshu, Japan’s main island with most of the country’s major cities and cultural sites. From the busy global hub of Tokyo for finance, industry, fashion and cuisine to Mount Fuji, the iconic, snow-capped volcano and the city of Kyoto, famed for Zen temples, gardens and traditional geisha entertainment

Fox in Shiretoko National Park.

Inari Okami cute little fox god figure often seen at shrines in Japan held in woman's hands close up.

Kyoto, Japan - October 11, 2023: The famous orange Torii gates leading up the mountain trail in Fushimi Inari park, Kyoto, Japan.

Kyoto, Japan - March 19, 2025: The iconic red torii gates during the early morning hours at Fushimi Inari Shrine in Kyoto, Japan. Each gate symbolizes gratitude to Inari, god of rice and prosperity. Also, Foxes are thought to be Inari's messengers, resulting in many fox statues across the shrine grounds.

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Kyoto, Japan - November 13, 2015: Fox-like wooden plaques hanging on boards in the Fushimi Inari Shrine. Japanese people write down their prayers on them and draw a face. They believe the fox is a messenger to the gods.

Torii gates in Fushimi Inari Shrine, Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto, Japan - December 06, 2025: A majestic Inari fox statue, adorned with a red bib and holding a golden scroll, stands guarding Fushimi Inari-taisha shrine, a symbol of Japanese culture and

Inari Okami cute little fox god figure often seen at shrines in Japan to bring good fortune among other things.

Kyoto, Japan - April 1 2023: Fushimi Inari-taisha built in 1499, it's the icon of a path lined with thousands of torii gate with scenic full bloom cherry blossom in spring time

Kyoto, Japan - October 11, 2023: A golden hour sun glare at sunset with the famous Torii gates in Fushimi Inari park, Kyoto, Japan in the background.

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