Local attractions
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| [[Image:Uji-bashi 01.JPG|thumb|243px|Uji Bridge, entrance to the Inner Shrine]] | [[Image:Uji-bashi 01.JPG|thumb|243px|Uji Bridge, entrance to the Inner Shrine]] |
| [[Image:The Wedded Rocks.JPG|thumb|243px|Meoto Iwa, the "wedded rocks"]] | [[Image:The Wedded Rocks.JPG|thumb|243px|Meoto Iwa, the "wedded rocks" at high tide]] |
| [[Image:Miya River Sakura.jpg|thumb|243px|Miya River cherry blossoms]] | [[Image:Miya River Sakura.jpg|thumb|243px|Miya River cherry blossoms]] |
| [[File:Ise city.JPG|thumb|243px|Okage Yokocho]] | [[File:Ise city.JPG|thumb|243px|Okage Yokocho]] |
| *'''[[Ise Grand Shrine]]:''' It is sometimes called "The Shrine of the shrines" to indicate its status as the most sacred Shintō shrine. Legend has it that [[Yata no Kagami]] (The Sacred Mirror), one of the [[Three Sacred Treasures of Japan]], is housed somewhere within the grounds. The entire Shrine is completely rebuilt from scratch every 20 years using fresh lumber that is brought to Ise and then ceremonially carried through the streets on its way to the Shrine during an ''okihiki'' (お木曳). The Shrine is in its 62nd reconstruction, meaning this tradition has been carried out for at least 1,240 years. The next reconstruction will be in 2033. | *'''[[Ise Grand Shrine]]:''' It is sometimes called "The Shrine of the shrines" to indicate its status as the most sacred Shintō shrine. Legend has it that [[Yata no Kagami]] (The Sacred Mirror), one of the [[Three Sacred Treasures of Japan]], is housed somewhere within the grounds. The entire Shrine is completely rebuilt from scratch every 20 years using fresh lumber that is brought to Ise and then ceremonially carried through the streets on its way to the Shrine during an ''okihiki'' (お木曳). The Shrine is in its 62nd reconstruction, meaning this tradition has been carried out for at least 1,240 years. The next reconstruction will be in 2033. |
| ** '''Outer Shrine''' (外宮 ''gekū''): Sometimes called ''toyouke-daijingū'' (豊受大神宮), it is dedicated to [[Toyoukebime|Toyouke-Ōmikami]], the goddess of food, clothing, and shelter (life's basic needs). Pilgrims are supposed to visit the Outer Shrine before visiting the Inner Shrine. The Outer Shrine is very close to [[Ise-shi Station]]. From the station, one should exit from the JR side (as opposed to the Kintetsu side), walk straight down the road, and arrive there within five minutes. | ** '''Outer Shrine''' (外宮 ''gekū''): Sometimes called ''toyouke-daijingū'' (豊受大神宮), it is dedicated to [[Toyoukebime|Toyouke-Ōmikami]], the goddess of food, clothing, and shelter (life's basic needs). Pilgrims are supposed to visit the Outer Shrine before visiting the Inner Shrine. The Outer Shrine is very close to [[Ise-shi Station]]. |
| ** '''Inner Shrine''' (内宮 ''naikū''): Sometimes called ''kō-taijingū'' (皇大神宮), it is dedicated to [[Amaterasu|Amaterasu-Ōmikami]], the sun goddess who is sometimes called the "supreme kami." This shrine sees many visitors from around Japan on a daily basis; there is a sharp increase during the [[Japanese New Year|New Year's season]]. People traditionally visit a shrine on [[New Year's Day]], but since it will be the [[Hatsumōde|first visit of a new year]], special consideration is given to the choice of shrine. Some people travel to shrines that may be more significant than those in their own area, and this inevitably leads people to Ise Grand Shrine, particularly the Inner Shrine. The inner sanctum of the main shrine area within the Inner Shrine is off-limits to visitors, thus only the rooftop of the structure that houses the kami can be seen. This partial image widely represents Ise Grand Shrine. | ** '''Inner Shrine''' (内宮 ''naikū''): Sometimes called ''kō-taijingū'' (皇大神宮), it is dedicated to [[Amaterasu|Amaterasu-Ōmikami]], the sun goddess who is sometimes called the "supreme kami." This shrine sees many visitors from around Japan on a daily basis; there is a sharp increase during the [[Japanese New Year|New Year's season]]. People traditionally visit a shrine on [[New Year's Day]], but since it will be the [[Hatsumōde|first visit of a new year]], special consideration is given to the choice of shrine. Some people travel to shrines that may be more significant than those in their own area, and this inevitably leads people to Ise Grand Shrine, particularly the Inner Shrine. The inner sanctum of the main shrine area within the Inner Shrine is off-limits to visitors, thus only the rooftop of the structure that houses the kami can be seen. |
| ** '''Cultural facilities:''' These institutions provide a deeper understanding of Ise Grand Shrine. They are all housed at the top Mt. Kurata which is part of the pilgrimage route between the Outer Shrine and the Inner Shrine. | ** '''Cultural facilities:''' These institutions provide a deeper understanding of Ise Grand Shrine. They are all housed at the top Mt. Kurata which is part of the pilgrimage route between the Outer Shrine and the Inner Shrine. |
| *** '''{{visanc|History Museum}}''' or Jingu Chokokan Museum (神宮徴古館 ''jingū-chōkokan'') chronicles the creation and development of the Shrine. | *** '''{{visanc|History Museum}}''' or Jingu Chokokan Museum (神宮徴古館 ''jingū-chōkokan'') chronicles the creation and development of the Shrine. |
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| *** '''Agricultural Museum''' (神宮農業館 ''jingū-nōgyōkan''): Since the Outer Shrine is dedicated to Toyouke-Ōmikami, the goddess of life's basic needs, this museum covers how agriculture fulfills these needs. | *** '''Agricultural Museum''' (神宮農業館 ''jingū-nōgyōkan''): Since the Outer Shrine is dedicated to Toyouke-Ōmikami, the goddess of life's basic needs, this museum covers how agriculture fulfills these needs. |
| *** '''Library''' (神宮文庫 ''jingū-bunko'') contains various volumes dealing with Shintō and Ise Grand Shrine. Open to the public but generally only used by researchers and Shintō priests. | *** '''Library''' (神宮文庫 ''jingū-bunko'') contains various volumes dealing with Shintō and Ise Grand Shrine. Open to the public but generally only used by researchers and Shintō priests. |
| ** '''Oharai Machi''' (おはらい町): A small sidestreet that runs between Prefectural Route 32 and the entrance to the Inner Shrine with buildings that are made to evoke the Edo period. The part of the road near the Inner Shrine offers all sort of [[omiyage]] souvenirs. This road is home to the main akafuku (adzuki bean sweet) shop. | ** '''Oharai Machi''' (おはらい町): A small side street that runs between Prefectural Route 32 and the entrance to the Inner Shrine with buildings that are made to evoke the Edo period. The part of the road near the Inner Shrine offers all sort of [[omiyage]] souvenirs. This road is home to the main akafuku (adzuki bean sweet) shop. |
| ** '''Okage Yoko-chō''' (おかげ横丁): This area branches off of Oharai Machi about halfway between Prefectural Route 32 and the entrance to the Inner Shrine. It has a large concentration of eateries. [[Taiko]] performances can be heard here sometimes, usually on the weekends.{{citation needed|date=August 2020}} | ** '''Okage Yoko-chō''' (おかげ横丁): This area branches off of Oharai Machi about halfway between Prefectural Route 32 and the entrance to the Inner Shrine. It has a large concentration of eateries. [[Taiko]] performances can be heard here sometimes, usually on the weekends.{{citation needed|date=August 2020}} |
| * {{nihongo|'''[[The Wedded Rocks]]'''|夫婦岩 |meoto-iwa}}: Located at Futami Okitama Shrine (二見興玉神社) in northeastern Ise. The rocks have been enshrined and are thus considered gods. The picture was taken at high tide. At low tide the scene is less dramatic. | * {{nihongo|'''[[The Wedded Rocks]]'''|夫婦岩 |meoto-iwa}}: Located at Futami Okitama Shrine (二見興玉神社) in northeastern Ise. The rocks have been enshrined and are thus considered gods. |
| * '''[[Ise-Shima National Park]]''' | * '''[[Ise-Shima National Park]]''' |
| ** '''Ise-Shima Skyline:''' A 16.3-km-long scenic mountain road between Ise and Toba. One-way with a car costs ¥1,220 (motorcycle ¥860). | ** '''Ise-Shima Skyline:''' A 16.3-km-long scenic mountain road between Ise and Toba. |
| ** '''Mt. Asama''' (朝熊山): At 555m, this is the highest mountain in Ise; its two TV towers make it very distinctive. A lookout point is accessible from the Ise-Shima Skyline road. Nearby is a spa. The summit can also be reached on foot, beginning just north of [[Asama Station]]. | ** '''Mt. Asama''' (朝熊山): At 555m, this is the highest mountain in Ise; its two TV towers make it very distinctive. A lookout point is accessible from the Ise-Shima Skyline road. Nearby is a spa. The summit can also be reached on foot, beginning just north of [[Asama Station]]. |
| ** '''Kongōshō Temple''' (金剛證寺): A [[Buddhist]] temple near the top of Mt. Asama. It is accessible from the Ise-Shima Skyline road. | ** '''Kongōshō Temple''' (金剛證寺): A [[Buddhist]] temple near the top of Mt. Asama. It is accessible from the Ise-Shima Skyline road. |
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