Question 1

How far is it from the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu?

Accepted Answer

Okage Yokocho lies about halfway along Oharaimachi, which runs from the foot of the Uji Bridge at the Inner Shrine, about 5 minutes' walk after your visit. It is a good place to call in before or after worshipping.

Question 2

Can I eat as I walk?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this is an area for eating as you stroll. There is plenty you can eat with one hand, such as Ise udon, spiny lobster croquettes and mitarashi dango, and eating while walking is part of the appeal.

Question 3

What food do you recommend?

Accepted Answer

The famous dishes of Ise-Shima are all here: Ise udon, tekone sushi, Akafuku mochi and spiny lobster dishes. Eating as you stroll is part of the pleasure of Okage Yokocho.

Question 4

Are there shops for souvenirs?

Accepted Answer

There is a wide range of shops selling Ise tea, local sake, Ise cotton goods and Akafuku, along with local crafts and general goods, including original products that make good mementoes.

Question 5

Is it enjoyable with children?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it suits all ages. There is plenty children enjoy, including street food and local sweets, making it ideal for a family trip combined with a visit to Ise Jingu.

Question 6

Can I bring a pet?

Accepted Answer

Some outdoor areas can be walked with a pet, but whether pets may enter individual shops depends on their own rules. Please check with each shop in advance.

Question 7

What are the opening hours of Okage Yokocho?

Accepted Answer

The area is generally open 9:00-18:00, though hours vary by shop. The restaurants are busiest around midday. Please check the official website or with individual shops for details.

Question 8

When is it busiest?

Accepted Answer

The New Year, Golden Week and the summer holidays are especially busy. Weekday mornings and later afternoons are quieter for a stroll. Many restaurants have queues around midday at weekends, so visiting at a different time is recommended.

Question 9

How is the Edo and Meiji townscape recreated?

Accepted Answer

The buildings of Okage Yokocho recreate the merchant and town houses of Ise in the Edo and Meiji periods, giving an atmospheric scene that retains the feel of the time. The combination of stone-paved lanes and wooden buildings is popular for photographs.

Question 10

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Okage Yokocho has no car park of its own. Please use a public car park near the Inner Shrine (paid). The roads are busy in peak periods, so the bus is recommended.

Question 11

Is there parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is not available.

Question 12

What are the opening hours?

Accepted Answer

The area as a whole is open 9:00-18:00 (hours vary by shop and facility).

Question 13

How do I get there?

Accepted Answer

About 5 minutes' walk from the Uji Bridge at the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu. From Iseshi Station (Kintetsu and JR), take a bus to Naiku-mae and walk about 5 minutes.

Question 14

How much is admission?

Accepted Answer

Entry is free (food and shopping at each establishment are charged separately).

Question 15

What is the address?

Accepted Answer

52 Uji Nakanokiri-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture

Question 16

When is it closed?

Accepted Answer

Closed days vary by shop (most open on New Year's Day and the first three days of January).

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