Ise Amaterasu Grand Shrine GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game

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1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Walk in the footsteps of emperors and pilgrims on this immersive self-guided tour of Ise's most sacred icons. From the welcoming Ise-shi Station to the revered Kotai Jingu, experience ancient shrines, bustling Edo-era streets, and the timeless Uji Bridge. Savor local delicacies, uncover legends, and let the sun goddess Amaterasu illuminate your journey through Japan's spiritual heart. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.

What's Included

Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience
Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace
A physical tour guide (not included)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.

End point
Okage Yokocho

Reach this checkpoint to complete the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Begin your pilgrimage at Ise-shi Station, the historic gateway to Ise. Discover hidden Shinto motifs in modern architecture and capture your first glimpse of sacred harmony. The journey to Ise Grand Shrine starts here!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Stroll along Geku-sando, the historic approach to Ise's Geku shrine.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enter the tranquil forest of Ise Grand Shrine Geku, dedicated to Toyouke Omikami since 478 AD. Discover the unique cypress shrine, rebuilt every 20 years, and experience a timeless ritual of gratitude and renewal.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Step onto the legendary Uji Bridge, gateway to the sacred. Rebuilt every 20 years, this iconic crossing invites you to pause, reflect, and bask in the sunlight before entering the realm of the gods.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Stand in awe at Ise Grand Shrine's Inner Sanctuary, the holiest site in Shinto. Discover the legend of the hidden sacred mirror, feel centuries of devotion, and reflect beneath ancient cedars.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Walk down Oharaimachi, Ise's historic main street, following in the footsteps of centuries of pilgrims. Feel the energy, race the sun, and experience a living tradition on your way to the sacred shrine.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Okage Yokocho

    Step into Edo-era Okage Yokocho, guided by Amaterasu, the sun goddess. Hear folktales, savor local treats, and embark on a quest to find the hidden sun stamp. A living memory box of history, flavor, and myth awaits.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Requires installing a mobile app (instructions in confirmation email)
  • Not recommended for people with impaired mobility
  • Not recommended for seniors over 80
  • Not recommended for visually impaired people
Supplied by Leplace - interactive self-guided app tours

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Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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