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伊勢大神宮

Japanese Name伊勢大神宮
PrefectureAkita
ReligionShinto
Coordinates39.6797926, 140.1333238

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About this Shrine

Ise Grand Shrine is located in Kurokawa, Mihara District, Shizuoka Prefecture, not Akita. However, the Ise Grand Shrine was originally enshrined at Ise, which was an ancient city in what is now Mie Prefecture. It is dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami and is considered the most sacred shrine in Japan. The current shrine complex is a reconstruction of the 16th-century Heian-period building, while maintaining many traditional features.

Cultural Significance

As a Shinto shrine, it is one of the most important sites for purification and cleansing. The shrine complex includes several buildings, including the main hall, the inner shrine, and the outer shrine. It also hosts various festivals throughout the year, such as the Sanja Matsuri in spring.

Enshrined Deities

Amaterasu Omikami

Location

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Quick Facts

  • Religion: Shinto

⛩ Visitor Tip

Bring a small gift such as rice balls or green tea to offer to the kami at the torii gate upon arrival.

History

The shrine's original location at Ise was destroyed by a tsunami in 1859.

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