Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with a Ujiko experience in Meiwa-cho, Mie! Discover a truly unique journey you won't find anywhere else!
There is a Half-package(1h) of Ujiko Pran! ⇒Half Package Exclusive Shinto Ujiko Experience with Prayer and Lunch
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The Highlight
- An exclusive "Ujiko" Shinto Experience
- Learn and live Japanese Culture through hands-on tradition!
- Create your very own Original Goshuin Stamp!
The Experience
Become a Shinto Supporter: The One-Day "Ujiko" Experience
An "Ujiko" is a local community member who protects and supports their neighborhood shrine. In this exclusive experience, you will step into the shoes of a local supporter, help care for the shrine, and connect deeply with the heart of Japanese spirituality.
What to Expect
Step into the Ritual: Change into Samue (traditional work clothing) and Setta (sandals), and receive a formal Shinto ritual purification to begin your journey.
Go Behind the Scenes: Join locals in caring for the shrine, including cleaning sacred areas usually closed to the public and collecting coin offerings.
Special Worship & Etiquette: Walk up the freshly cleaned path for a special prayer service. You will also receive a direct lesson on shrine etiquette from a Shinto priest.
Create a Memory: Return to the shrine office to craft your very own customized Goshuin (sacred stamp log).
The Naorai Finale: End the day with a Naorai (sacred feast) where you can enjoy traditional Japanese sweets and sacred offerings while chatting with the local Ujiko members.
※Optional Activity: Craft your own traditional wind chime using sacred hemp (Asa). （An additional fee of 7,500 yen is required per person.）
Guide Services
Languages Spoken by Guides
- Mandarin Chinese
- English
Itinerary
- 10:00Meet at Take Shrine Office (2757-2 Saiku, Meiwa-cho, Taki-gun, Mie)
- Orientation & Changing into Samue and Setta
- 10:15Learn "Temizu" etiquette, Experience "Shubatsu" (ritual purification) to cleanse your mind and body
- 10:30Cleaning the shrine grounds
- 11:00Special Worship & Learning Shrine Etiquette
- 11:20Goshuin Crafting Experience & Exclusive Goshuin Gift!
- 12:00Lunch & Tea Time
- 13:00Change clothes & End of the tour
Price Details
Add-on Items
How to Use
- Voucher will be sent via email. Please show your e-voucher at designated location.
Purchase Notice
- Age Requirements: Participants must be 13 years or older. (Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
- The time schedule is approximate and subject to slight changes depending on the conditions of the day.
- Food Allergies: If you have any food allergies, please let us know when making your booking.
- Parking: Please use the parking lot on the east side of "Saiku Heian-no-Mori." (Address: 2773-1 Saiku, Meiwa Town, Taki District, Mie Prefecture)
- Weather Policy: In case of cancellation due to severe weather (such as heavy rain or strong winds), a decision will be made based on the 5:00 PM weather forecast on the previous day. We will contact the group representative.
- Travel Insurance: International visitors are kindly requested to arrange their own overseas travel insurance prior to the tour.
- Clothing & What to Bring: Please wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty, and bring a drink and a towel.
- Winter Notice: It can get very cold in winter, so please bring warm layers.
Important: Please do not wear skirts, as you will be changing into Samue (traditional work clothing).
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation made at least 6 day(s) before departure date, Fully refundable (100% refund)
- Cancel during 4 ~ 5 day(s) of departure, will charge 30%
- Cancel during 2 ~ 3 day(s) of departure, will charge 50%
- Cancel during 0 ~ 1 day(s) of departure, Non-refundable (0% refund)