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The Grand Shrine at Ise Is Rebuilt On Timeless Purification
A Shinto rite proceeds as priests bear purified offerings up the stone steps to the inner shrine at Ise. The rebuilding of Jingu every two decades preserves ancient Japanese culture, with deities moved to new sites, the old shrines dismantled, and artisans restoring priceless artifacts. The project, valued around 55 billion yen, involves government funds and imperial support, reflecting Shinto's role in national identity and history.
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Japan
Amaterasu Omikami
Grand Shrine of
Ise
Jingu
Yoshihisa Ishigaki
Shoul
Tokyo
Hru
Rosemary Bernard
Waseda University
Man
Amaterasu
Foyouke Omikami
Bernard
Grand Shrine
Hunt
Ruanhiro Watinabe
Fee
Eanper
Awnite
Stanko
Une Shrine
Central