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The Inner Shrine (Kotai Jingu) in Ise City is like the VIP section of Japan's sacred shrines. It's where the Sun Goddess hangs out, making it the holiest of holy places for Shinto believers. The shrine's been around for over 2000 years and gets a makeover every 20 years - talk about staying fresh! Visitors can stroll through serene forest paths, cleanse themselves in the sacred river, and catch a glimpse of the main hall where the Sun Goddess resides. It's simplicity meets spirituality at its finest!

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