The Spiritual Heart of Japan (Pilgrimage to the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu)

Ise Grand Shrine has been a pilgrimage destination for well over 1000 years. For some, it's simply a serenely beautiful and historic place to visit. But to many others, this sacred forest is the closest place to God in the human world. Why? Watch the video to find out! Today we visit 'NAIKU', the inner shrine of Ise Jingu. This is the 3rd and final video in my original 'Visiting Ise Jingu' series. (I have since made another 2-part series focusing more on the historical background of the pilgrimage tradition and the reasons behind the enduring popularity of this place.    • Why is this the most important Shinto...   )

Contents:
0:00 introduction
0:41 crossing the bridge
1:05 Why is this place sacred to Japanese people?
2:46 ceremonial washing before entering the shrine area
3:43 the trees here are special
5:00 approaching the Grand Shrine
5:48 rooflines
6:56 "omamori" (protective charm) shop
8:19 crossing back over
8:50 Where's next?
9:47 Kampai! (a cup of sake)

Music courtesy of the YouTube creators' free music library, AND the Mysterious Doctor Ebot. (Feel free to ask for details or clarification.)
Cheers!

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