Ise Shrine
Located in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, Ise Jingu is one of Japan’s most important shrines and enshrines Amaterasu Omikami. Ise Jingu is made up of two main shrines, Naiku and Geku, with Naiku dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and Geku dedicated to Toyouke no Okami, respectively. Many worshippers visit the shrine every year, and it is especially lively during New Year’s and festivals.

Okage Yokocho
Located near Ise Shrine, this is a tourist spot and a commercial facility that recreates the streets of the Edo period. Here, you can enjoy local specialties and traditional foods, such as Ise udon and Akafuku mochi. There are also many souvenir shops and restaurants, so you can feel the culture and history of Ise while strolling around.

Ise Shrine and Okage Yokocho are very popular spots for tourists, and by visiting both, you can gain a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Ise. When visiting, it is a good idea to check the manners for worshipping and the opening hours of Okage Yokocho in advance. Please come and enjoy a wonderful experience.