Kodai Shrine (Ise Shrine Inner Shrine)

SHINTA DEVI 2 months ago

The place is amazing! I had a good time with a friend. Okage Yokocho is an ancient town with a lively environment. I like everything here. The market, the people, the food, the streets and the scenery.

Mamata Thapa Magar 2 months ago

We went to celebrate New Year in this shrine. It was filled with many people. There was fireplace at many places with all white clothed persons. Many people bring Mochi from their house and grill there and take home. We went to river to cleanse our body and hand. It was a different experience to visit shrine in Japan. 🙏🏻

Nathan f 2 months ago

This is the 'interior' part of the most important Shinto shrine in Japan. It's a very beautiful shrine complex, and arguably the prettier of the two parts of Ise Jingu ( the other 'outer' complex situated about 3km away) due to its bridges , the creek, and its position at the start of the forest. The sight is interesting as the decorations are simple and the shrines natural, unpainted wood blends into the nearby forest. Don't expect the decorations you may have seen in Nara or Kyoto, for example. Its architecture seems to be focused on the embrace of nature, and the process of life and death , especially given the entirety of the complex is rebuilt every few decades as the wood and thatch rooves decay. Although some readings on the matter suggests this cycle of rebuilding is also akin to a type of immortality. Very popular on weekends with a largely Japanese crowd. The busyness makes it a little less enjoyable, so if you're able, a weekday morning may give you an even more tranquil experience than I had.

Yomal Udugampola 4 months ago

Visiting this shrine and the surrounding area, revered as a holy place, was a calming and relaxing experience, despite the fact that it was quite crowded on the day. Went on a sunny Sunday in late October, which I'm sure added to the impact of the place compared to a visit in July/August/September when it's more hot and humid. There are beautiful clear streams around which were quite a sight for a Londoner like me, and the majestic centuries-old trees were awe-inspiring. Overall, a fantastic place to relax your mind, and don't forget to sample some delicious local food at any of the multiple spots along Okage Yokocho. Will definitely try to pick a less crowded day and pay another visit next year.

SWAGATHA GHOSH 5 months ago

We went in early September, and it was still warm. Inside the shrine are full of trees and felt cooler. The shrine is beautiful, very quiet and calm. There are several streams in the area with clear water. Overall, it was a wonderful experience in Mie Prefecture.