Ise is one of the most sacred cities in Japan, and the Ise Shrine is the most sacred shrine in Japan. Here, you can visit the Outer Shrine and the Inner Shrine.

The Outer Shrine is dedicated to Toyuke no Omikami, the goddess of the harvest. The Inner Shrine is dedicated to the sun goddess, Amaterasu Omikami, and is believed to be the Japanese royal family’s ancestor. First established 2,000 years ago, the shrines are ritually rebuilt every 20 years, with the last rebuilding taking place in 2013. The two shrines are located a few kilometres apart, and the usual way to walk from one to the other is to follow Oharaimachi Street. It is nearly one kilometre long and lined by many traditional-style buildings, housing shops and restaurants.

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