The Inner Shrine is about 10-15 minutes by bus from Iseshi, Ujiyamada Stations, or the Outer Shrine, costing 470 yen one way. The CAN bus also stops here.
From Isuzugawa Station, it's a 6-minute bus ride (260 yen) or a 30-minute walk (2 km).
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Inner Shrine (Naiku)
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The Inner Shrine (内宮, Naikū) in Ise City, formally known as Kotai Jingu, is Japan’s most sacred Shinto shrine, dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami, the Sun Goddess. With a history spanning over 2000 years, its architecture remains untouched by mainland influences, reflecting ancient Japanese traditions.
The shrine is rebuilt every 20 years, symbolizing renewal, with the next rebuilding scheduled for 2033. Visitors begin their journey crossing the wooden Uji Bridge, surrounded by serene forest paths, leading to the main sanctuary. The sacred grounds offer purification rituals, auxiliary shrines, and the timeless simplicity of Shinto design.
Hours and Fees
- Opening hours
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5:00 to 18:00 (January to April, September)
5:00 to 19:00 (May to August)
5:00 to 17:00 (October to December)
- Closed
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No closing days
- Entrance fee
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Free
Getting there
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English
Ise Jingu
Official website
Japanese
Ise Jingu
Official website
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