The small food stalls along the approach to Fushimi Inari, and scattered further up the mountain path, are almost entirely cash-only.
No ATMs on the mountain
Once you start up the trail past the main gate, there are no ATMs or card readers, so any cash you need for snacks along the way should be sorted before you begin walking.
What the stalls sell
Stalls along the path sell simple snacks and drinks suited to a long walk, priced for quick cash transactions rather than card payment.
Tip: Carrying a modest amount of small bills and coins before starting the climb avoids having to turn back for cash partway up.
Getting cash before you start
Convenience stores near Inari Station at the base of the mountain have foreign-card-friendly ATMs, making it an easy last stop before the climb.
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