Fortune-Telling through Oriental Astrology near Ise Jingu

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese and 1 more

This unique fortune-telling session is only one of its kind in Japan and originates in the historical tradition of determining the imperial princess who would become Saio, a priestess destined to serve the Sun goddess at Ise Jingu in Mie. Located at the former site of the Saiku Palace, where Saio used to live in beauty and purity, this personalized session uses elements from the ancient "bokujo" divination combined with oriental astrology to read either your destiny or personality.

"Bokujo" was an ancient divination ceremony in which a tortoise shell was burned and the cracks were read to determine the gods' divine will, similarly to oracle bones. It was used to choose the most suitable candidate to become the priestess of Ise Jingu. You will crack a shell-shaped hard biscuit to determine what reading method suits you the best, and your fate will be read by a professional using "sanmeigaku" (oriental astrology). All readings will be based on your birth date.

What's Included

Guide fee, fortune-telling, special stamped paper from Take Shrine
Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

South exit of Saiku Station

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Receive a personalized fortune-telling session using ancient methods of Oriental Astrology while paying an homage to the princess who was destined to become Saio - the priestess that served the goddess of the Sun at Ise Jingu.

Visit the sacred Take Shrine where the priestess of Ise Jingu used to reside in peace and harmony and feel the spiritual power of the area. Afterwards, head towards the quiet cafe Minoriya where you will enjoy a reading of your fate and character using the methods of Oriental Astrology, a unique way of fortune-telling in Japan.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by DMO Hana-meiwa

Tags

Historical Tours
Art Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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