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Ise Jingu (Naiku)
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- Amaterasu Omikami (sun goddess) was enshrined around 2,000 years ago in the Inner Shrine. This place is known as the most sacred shrine in Japan. Legend has it that the sun goddess hid herself in a cave after she could'nt tolerate her brother's violent acts. Hiding herself away inadvertantly deprived the Earth of sunlight. The other gods became worried, so they tricked her into coming out willingly with luringly good music & dance. If you want to see the Holy Mirror (symbol of Ameterasu Omikami), then you will need to go inside the main sacred palace located within the main sanctuary.Following an ancient Shinto custom, the main shrine building is completely rebuilt every 20 years, with the most recent rebuild completed in 2013. Due to the large size of the grounds, you might want to set aside 1-2 hours if you're planning on seeing everything.
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Oharai-Machi & Okage-Yokocho
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- Just a street down from Ise Jingu, you will find yourself in the small district of Oharai-Machi where there are many shops and restaurants. In the center of Oharai-Machi lies Okage-Yokocho. This beautifully stone paved street is lined up with traditional style building that will give you a sense of what it was like in the Edo/Meiji period. Restaurants like the Butasute restaurant is known for their delicious Wagyu beef. Be sure to try their tasty tofu donut while in the area. Isuzugawa Cafe is praised as one of the best cafes in the area. It is situated right on the Isuzukawa River, so enjoy a fresh cup of coffee with a homemade cake while you enjoy the view of the river and the surrounding greenery. Read more at:・Where to Eat in Ise
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Tsukiyominomiya: the hidden spiritual hot spot of Ise Jingu
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- Tsukiyominomiya is famous as the hidden spiritual hot spot of Ise Jingu. It is located near the inner shrine (Naiku). Within Tsukiyominomiya there are 4 shrines that are dedicated to deities Tsukiyomi-no-mikoto (god of the moon and brother of the sun goddess), Tsukiyomi-no-mikoto-no-aramitama (soul of power), Izanami and Izanagi (the mother and father gods of all other gods in Japanese mythology). These 4 shrines are meant to be visited in a specific order, so be sure to follow the instructions. First you start with one dedicated to Tsukiyomi-no-mikoto, then proceed to Tsukiyomi-no-mikoto-no-aramitama, then to Izanagi’s shrine, and then lastly to Izanami’s shrine.
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Futami Okitama Shrine: a place of purification
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- Located in Futamiura, Futami Okimata Shrine is where many begin their visit to Ise Jingu. A visit to Futami Okimata Shrine is believed to bring success in marriage and goodluck for matchmaking. Enshrined here is the deity Sarutahiko-no-okami (god of guidance). You will see many frog statues around the shrine, since they are considered to be the deity's familiars.During a ceremony called Hamasangu, visitors can first stop here to purify their minds and bodies. During purification, enjoy the fresh breeze and gentle sounds of the waves. After having been cleansed of impurifications, you should then head over to Ise Jingu.
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Take a ride on pleasure boat: The Kashikojima Espana Cruise
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- The Kashikojima Espana cruise is a great way to sightsee and enjoy the beauty of Ago Bay whilst being aboard a spanish-themed pleasure boat. The boat has many outdoor seating areas but you can also get a private room for a fee of course. If you do prefer outdoor seating, sitting on the deck of the boat will give you a 360 degree view of the beautiful scenery. The cruise lasts roughly around an hour.One of the highlights of the cruise is a visit to a cultured pearl factory where they show you the process of pearl culturing.
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Ishigami-san (Shinmei) Shrine: The shrine for women
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- A subordinate shrine of Shinmei-Jinja Shrine, this is where the Ama women have gone to do their worshipping for many years. Now, women from all over Japan go to Ishigami-san Shrine with the promise that Ishigami-san will grant each of them one wish. Visitors write down their wish on a piece of paper, put it in the wish box, and then pray in front of the statue of Ishigami-san to have their wish fulfilled.
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Experience the underwater world at Toba Aquarium
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- Visit the biggest aquarium in Japan! It's one of the hottest tourist spots in Toba, home to more than 30,000 aquatic animals from 1,200 different species. Enjoy learning about various sea creatures such as jellyfish, sea lions, seals, and otters. Toba Aquarium is divided into 12 zones, each with its own theme. Every hour there are the animal shows which are very popular and feature performances by dugongs, sea lions, and walruses. At the Weird Living Creatures Research Center you will be able to learn about the strangest sea creatures you have ever seen!
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- Mie
- 21. August. 2019
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Kashikojima Espana Cruise Mie
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- If you’re in Mie Prefecture and are wanting to try something a little different, then you can’t look past the Spanish themed Kashikojima Espana Cruise. It’s a 50-minute sightseeing cruise around Ago Bay that showcases some of the area’s most impressive coastal views, best admired from atop the boat’s open deck. For something authentically Mie, the tour also stops off at a cultured pearl factory where you can witness the making of area’s famous pearls.
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- Mie
- 16. January. 2019
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Get Another View of Japan: 5 of the Best Pleasure Cruises
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- A volcanic island nation with plenty of untouched rugged, unique landscapes, Japan beyond the major cities is an adventurer's delight. Exploring the country by foot, car or bike is always a great way to get around, but for a different perspective, try hopping aboard one of the country's many cruises. Fukuoka Itoshima Keya no Oto Fukuoka Itoshima Keya no Oto Running along the northwest coast of Kyushu Island is where you’ll find Itoshima city, a chilled out beach town boasting picture-perfect coastline and friendly, laid-back locals. An excellent day trip from Fukoaka, there are plenty of ways to soak up the beauty of the area, but for a different perspective consider hopping aboard one of the boat tours that run from the coast out to Keya no Oto. An almost otherworldly scene Keya no Oto is a towering piece of basalt rock that juts out of the ocean standing 200 feet high. A tour from the shore out to Keya no Oto takes about takes about twenty-five minutes but will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Mogami River Mogami River Mogami River is known as the ‘mother river’ of Yamagata Prefecture, so a visit to the area without paying respects to Mother Mogami isn’t a proper Yamagata experience at all. To really immerse yourself in the beauty of the waterway, hop aboard a riverboat cruise departing from the base of the Goten Bridge, along Prefectural Route 294. Disembarking at Nagashima Bridge, this 50-minute journey down one of the area’s most important canals is a great way to really understand the powerful beauty of this underrated prefecture. Kashikojima Espana Cruise Mie Kashikojima Espana Cruise Mie If you’re in Mie Prefecture and are wanting to try something a little different, then you can’t look past the Spanish themed Kashikojima Espana Cruise. It’s a 50-minute sightseeing cruise around Ago Bay that showcases some of the area’s most impressive coastal views, best admired from atop the boat’s open deck. For something authentically Mie, the tour also stops off at a cultured pearl factory where you can witness the making of area’s famous pearls. Nagatoro River White Water Rafting Nagatoro River White Water Rafting If cruising is too slow for you, then maybe you might want to consider signing up for a little white water rafting just outside of Tokyo. Nagatoro is a rugged hub of natural beauty positioned just northwest of Saitama Prefecture and is a place famous for its abundant boating opportunities. Head on over to the Iwadatami Riverside where you’ll find boatmen dressed in traditional garb, ready to take more casual guests on a scenic cruise as well as inflatable rapid-ready whitewater rafts for those more adventurous types. Oboke and Koboke Gorges Oboke and Koboke Gorges Shikoku’s largest, and arguably one of Japan’s most stunning rivers the Yoshino River, is flanked on either side by incredible lush green foliage that transforms with the passing seasons. It boasts colors so vibrant they could only be outdone by the deep emerald greens and bright blues of the water below. The best way to enjoy the area is to take the Oboke Ravine Pleasure Boat (Oboke Yuransen) cruise, it’s a 30-minute journey past some of the river’s popular landmarks like the Komori (‘bat’) Rock and Shishi (‘lion’) Rock and offers excellent photo-taking opportunities. ©NAVITIME JAPAN. Travel Info Check out our travel tips to make your trip better!
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- Japan
- 16. January. 2019
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Came here on a bright sunny day. A natures peaceful walk. Be respectful regardless if you believe or not. Take bow before you enter the gates and go through the gates, not around it. There’s a hand...
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We spent the day in Toba Japan. There isn’t very much to do here. Asked w local what should we do and they said visit the aquarium. Against my better judgement we did. And it was awfully sad...
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- Futami Okitama-jinja Shrine
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Popular marriage shrine for couples, they have charms for marriage and smooth delivery as well.. the shrine is filled with frogs acting as protector for the shrine.
Mie Main Areas
Spread across the eastern side of the Kii Peninsula, Mie prefecture boasts hundreds of kilometers of pretty coastline comprising the oyster-rich Toba city and Shima National Park all the way down to Kumano, a city that marks the beginning of part of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage, which runs into neighboring Wakayama prefecture. However, Mie is best known for the Ise Jingu Shinto shrine inland, one of the oldest and largest shrines in the country.
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