The Atlas Obscura Guide To Ise

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Ise, Japan

Updated December 4, 2017

Unusual Attractions in Ise

Meoto Iwa

Ise, Japan

Meoto Iwa

This pair of small sea rocks has been "wed" using rope and ancient Shinto tradition.

Architecture of the Ise Shrine

Ise, Japan

Ise Grand Shrine

This ancient shrine has been rebuilt every 20 years since the eighth century.

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Inside the diver's hut.

Toba-shi, Japan

Ama Hut Hachiman Kamado

Huts like this were once a hub for the female divers who collected pearls and seafood off Japan's coasts.

12 miles from Ise

Japon Louvre Sculpture Museum

Tsu, Japan

Japon Louvre Sculpture Museum

A lesser-known sister to Paris's world-famous museum, located within a Buddhist sculpture paradise.

24 miles from Ise

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