Oharaimachi

Oharaimachi (おはらい町) is a charming, traditional street leading to Ise’s Inner Shrine. Stretching nearly one kilometer, it’s lined with wooden buildings that house shops and restaurants—some have been welcoming visitors for centuries. You’ll find local favorites like Ise Udon, thick noodles in a rich sauce, and Akafuku, a sweet mochi topped with red bean paste.

Midway through Oharaimachi, you’ll discover Okage Yokocho, a beautifully recreated district showing what towns looked like during the Edo to early Meiji periods. Built in 1993, it’s filled with food stalls, souvenir shops, and cafes in a nostalgic setting, perfect for strolling and sampling local flavors.