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This is a miniature altar at the Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine in Kyoto, Japan dedicated to the fox god Inari.
About the Author
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.
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APA Style
Wiener, J. B. (2018, January 12). Miniature Torii Gate and Shinto Shrine at Fushimi Inari. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7915/miniature-torii-gate-and-shinto-shrine-at-fushimi/
Chicago Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Miniature Torii Gate and Shinto Shrine at Fushimi Inari." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified January 12, 2018. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7915/miniature-torii-gate-and-shinto-shrine-at-fushimi/.
MLA Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Miniature Torii Gate and Shinto Shrine at Fushimi Inari." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 12 Jan 2018. Web. 19 Mar 2023.
