Rituals and ceremonies are performed by the priesthood of Jingū under the direction of the Emperor,

because Jingū enshrines the ancestral deity(kami) of the Imperial Family.

Meanwhile Jingū is open to the public.

Jingū is not a sightseeing spot.

Therefore basically there’s no signboard for the explanation about the historical and cultural importance of each facility.

Then how are we expected to enjoy our once-in-a-lifetime experience?

SHŌ, a certified guide interpreter, is always ready to assist foreign visitors to Jingū.

Tour Highlights

Authentic Isé Jingū Full-Day Walking Tour

Everyday at 9:45 a.m. except for Mondays
PRICE 5,000 JPY per person
*tax included *in cash *on the spot
*children ages 5 and under
excluded from the payment
of the guide fee
The number of participants: 1-8
WHAT'S INCLUDED
☑ Guide fee
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
☑ Bus fare 470x2 JPY ☑ Meal

Itinerary

From Isé-shi Station via Outer Shrine
to Oharai-machi, Okage-yokochō and Inner Shrine

Calendar and Appointment Form

Calendar
Appointment Form

The Location of Isé Area

Between Tōkyō and Ōsaka. 
Please check it out with the illustrated map.

Cancellation Policy

Just a cancellation email and no fees.
On-site payment adopted.

Meeting Point

Google Map
Lines of flow from the platforms to the meeting point

Private Booking Accepted

Plus 5,000 JPY per group and you can arrange the itinerary adjusted to your own schedule.
Condition 1: 'Meeting Place' has three choices, (1) Ise-shi Station, (2) Outer Shrine, (3) Inner Shrine.
Condition 2: 'Destinations' are to be selected among 4 choices, (1) Outer Shrine, (2) Oharai-machi, (3) Okage-yokocho, (4) Inner Shrine.
Condition 3: The period of time of the guide's attendance is within 4 hours.

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