Perfect for girls' trips! 7 recommended spots for sightseeing in Ise

■ If you come to Ise, you can't miss "IseJingu"

When you think of famous spots in Ise, many people probably think of IseJingu first.
IseJingu has been loved as the spiritual hometown of the Japanese people since ancient times. The official name is "Jingu," and it is a general term for all 125 shrines and shrines, centered on the main shrines of Naiku and Geku.

Naiku enshrines Amaterasu-Omikami, the guardian deity of the Japanese people, and Geku enshrines Toyouke no Omikami, the guardian Toyouke-no-Omikami of food, clothing, shelter, and industry.The Naiku was built in 2000. , Geku has a history of 1500 years.
It has been the ancient custom to visit IseJingu in the order of Geku and then the Inner Naiku.
Why not recharge your batteries at this place that has been revered by people throughout its long history?

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■ “Okage Yokocho/ Oharai-Machi” has everything Okage-yokocho, souvenirs, and local experience spots.

After visiting IseJingu, let's go for a walk in Oharai-Machi, which is located near Naiku.
There are about 60 shops in total, mainly on the cobblestone street that runs from Ujibashi to UjibashiBridge River. It is crowded every day with a variety of shops, from shops where you can eat the famous Ise-Udon, to shops where you can taste Mie Prefecture's seafood dishes, to dango shops that are perfect for eating while walking, and souvenir shops.
Okage-yokocho is also famous as a recommended spot after visiting IseJingu, but Okage-yokocho is actually located in a corner of Oharai-Machi, right in the middle of Oharai-Machi Okage-yokocho
After visiting the shrine, feel refreshed and take a leisurely stroll through the retro streets of Oharai-Machi.

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■ Marriage power spot “Naiku Underground Approach Heart Stone”

Did you know that there is a place near IseJingu that is known as a power spot for matchmaking?
That is the heart stone near the entrance to Naiku underground approach. This heart stone seems to have been inserted by a stone processing craftsman for fun. It is now one of Ise's famous tourist spots, and many photos are posted on Instagram with the hashtag "#Heart Stone."
It is said that ``If you look at this heart stone, you will be blessed with a good match'' and ``If you look at it with your partner, your love will deepen even more.''
Don't forget to check it out when you visit IseJingu / Oharai-Machi!

■ Symbol of husband and wife “Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple) of Futamiokitama-JinjaShirine”

Also known as a power spot for marriage is the Meoto Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple) of Futami Okitama Shrine, which is said to be a symbol of husband and wife.
In this place, Okitamajinseki, a sacred stone related to Sarutahiko Okami, known as the god of Michihiraki, is enshrined.
There used to be a custom of performing purification at Futamiokitama-JinjaShirine before visiting Ise, so even today many people still visit the shrine before visiting the shrine.
Another feature of this shrine is that there are many bronze statues of Futami frogs, known as the messengers of Sarutahiko Okami, in the precincts. If you don't like frogs, you may need to be a little careful! ?

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■ Otter lovers should definitely visit “ISEmeotoiwaINTERACTIVEAquariumISESeaParadise Ise Sea Paradise”

A 5-minute walk from Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple) is Ise Sea Paradise, which has two concepts: ``zero distance'' and ``handshake interaction.''
As the concept suggests, the biggest feature of this aquarium is that you can directly interact with most of the animals kept in captivity, such as seals and walruses! It is also famous as a place where the extremely rare black-fronted river otter, which can only be seen in three parks in Japan, is kept.
This is a must-visit tourist spot, especially for animal lovers and otter lovers.

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■ “Tomoiki no Kuni NinjaKingdomIse (formerly Ise Azuchi-Momoyama Castle Town)” is packed with everything from ninja shows to escape games.

Among the tourist spots in Ise, NinjaKingdomIse (formerly Ise Azuchi-Momoyama Castle Town) is where you can experience something unique.
There are plenty of facilities full of ninjas, such as the Great Ninja Theater and the Ninja Karakuri Maze! It is also an excellent facility for your overseas friends and lovers who love Japan. In addition to the ninja facility, there are also many restaurants where you can enjoy local gourmet dishes such as Ise-Udon, KumanoJidori(TheLocalBrandChicken), and Matsusaka beef.
After having lots of fun, it's a good idea to end your day at a natural hot spring where you can enjoy 4 types of hot water. This is a unique tourist spot that everyone from adults to children can enjoy for a whole day.

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■ If you want to pray for business prosperity, traffic safety, and good luck, visit Sarutahiko-JinjaShrine

If you are worried about your studies or work, please visit Sarutahiko-JinjaShrine, which is about a 10-minute walk from IseJingu.
Sarutahiko-JinjaShrine, is called the ``God of Michihiraki,'' and is said to lead one's life in a positive direction.
What is especially noteworthy about this shrine is the octagonal compass stone in front of the main shrine. This compass stone is said to be the place where the most power gathers within Sarutahiko-JinjaShrine. When you visit Sarutahiko-JinjaShrine, don't forget to not only worship but also touch this stone.

■ Let's take advantage of the ` IseJingu Visit Ticket'', which is a great value for sightseeing in Ise.

Up to this point, we have introduced recommended spots for sightseeing in Ise, but if you have to visit many spots, transportation costs will be high. Traveling costs money in a variety of ways, such as transportation costs, meals, and lodging, so many people would like to at least keep transportation costs as low as possible.

At times like these, we recommend the `` IseJingu Visit Ticket'' sold by Kinki Nippon Railway. With this ticket, you can ride the Kintetsu Limited Express round trip to Ise-Shima, Kintetsu trains in designated areas, and Mie Kotsu buses as much as you like!
Tickets can be provisionally reserved online, or purchased at designated station counters or Kinki Nippon Tourist branches and sales offices.
The price is 6,600 yen for junior high school students and above and 3,300 yen for elementary school students and younger if departing from Kansai areas such as Osaka Namba, Kyoto, and Kintetsu Nara. For Kintetsu Nagoya to Kintetsu Kanie departing from Tokai, the fare is 5,900 yen for junior high school students and above, and 2,950 yen for elementary school students and younger.

However, please note that this ticket cannot be purchased on the day the ride starts. Be sure to purchase tickets in advance according to your travel dates.

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■ Let's fully enjoy the sightseeing spots in Ise!

This time, we have introduced a total of 7 recommended sightseeing spots in Mie Prefecture, limited to the Ise area. In addition to Ise Grand IseJingu, which is a popular tourist spot, there are also some spots that will make you think, ``I never knew a place like this existed!'' The `` IseJingu Visit Ticket'' that I introduced last is a great deal for those who want to keep their travel costs as low as possible, so be sure to take advantage of it. Please refer to the information on the sightseeing spots introduced this time and enjoy sightseeing in Ise to your heart's content!

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*The information posted is as of March 2019.