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[Sponsored by Mie Prefecture] Ise Grand Shrine is a place that holds an extremely important position in Japanese religion, culture, and history. The power of this sacred space has deeply influenced the spirituality and social structure of the Japanese people throughout history. In particular, the tradition of pilgrimage to Ise, known as "Oise Mairi," has attracted many people since the Edo period and is an indispensable part of Japanese culture. This time, we will tour Ise Grand Shrine with actor Sasaki Kuranosuke and consider its meaning, history, and cultural background. Ise Grand Shrine has also played a major role in the development of surrounding towns and communities, beyond being merely a place of faith. We will also delve deeply into the economic impact of "Oise Mairi" and its subsequent impact on tourism, and consider the impact Ise Grand Shrine has on the modern day. <Guests> Sasaki Kuranosuke Otowa Satoru (Deputy Director of the Public Relations Office, Ise Shrine Administration Office) Hamada Tomoe (CEO, Akafuku Co., Ltd. / CEO, Isefuku Co., Ltd.) Chikusa Kiyomi (Writer; Part-time lecturer, Kokugakuin University) 00:00 Opening 00:57 Why do people head to Ise? 02:12 A trip to the sacred beach before visiting the shrine 04:22 What is the relationship between the Meoto Iwa rocks and Amaterasu Omikami? 06:14 "Purification" on the sacred beach 08:54 A traditional pilgrimage to Ise 09:07 Visiting the shrine First, the Geku - why? 11:27 Toyouke Omikami, the god of food 13:52 Everything is self-sufficient! A Shinto ritual that has continued for over 1,500 years16:53 A spiritual home that enshrines Amaterasu Omikami18:11 "Tokowaka" - always staying youthful21:11 The most important Shinto ritual of "Tokowaka" - Shikinen Sengu23:38 The town in front of the Uchigu Shrine, visited by around 5 million people every year26:04 Open every morning at 5am! The famous Akafuku mochi mochi to welcome worshippers27:40 "Town development" in the town in front of the Uchigu Shrine29:03 A long-established Japanese sweets store takes the lead! "Town development"31:33 "Town development" taking on the challenge to protect it33:47 A traditional journey to Ise Shrine34:07 What is the surprising relationship between the shrine and the temple? 34:32 The "feelings" of the people who headed for Kongosho-ji Temple38:36 Awesome! A memorial tower that conveys those feelings39:23 Ending