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

Updated December 4, 2017

Unusual Attractions in Ise

Ise, Japan

Meoto Iwa

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

Ise, Japan

Ise Grand Shrine

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

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Shima, Japan

Shima Spain Village

This Spanish theme park stands out in the Japanese countryside.

11 miles from Ise

Matsusaka, Japan

Gojōban Yashiki Samurai Residences

Descendants of the samurai who guarded Matsusaka Castle during the Edo period still live in these charming historic houses (and visitors can enter one of them for free).

11 miles from Ise

Matsusaka, Japan

Former Ozu Residence

The former mansion complex of a merchant prince, related to a famed filmmaker.

12 miles from Ise

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

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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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

Ise, Japan

Meoto Iwa

Ise, Japan

Ise Grand Shrine

Shima, Japan

Shima Spain Village

Matsusaka, Japan

Gojōban Yashiki Samurai Residences

Matsusaka, Japan

Former Ozu Residence

Toba-shi, Japan

Ama Hut Hachiman Kamado

Tsu, Japan

Japon Louvre Sculpture Museum

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