Okage Yokochō

The street features traditional buildings with Edo and Meiji period architecture, creating an authentic Japanese commercial environment in the center of Ise.

Masutane Hamada established this commercial district in 1993, reconstructing historical structures to preserve the architectural heritage of the Edo period.

Local merchants sell traditional Japanese items, regional foods, and handmade crafts while maintaining customs from previous centuries in their daily operations.

Visitors can reach the location by taking a bus from Ujiyamada Station to Naiku-mae stop, with the street operating daily from 9:30 AM.

The district received the BCS Prize for its architectural preservation efforts and houses the Okageza Mythological Museum, which presents Japanese legends.

Location: Ise

Founders: Masutane Hamada

Official opening: July 16, 1993

Website: https://okageyokocho.com/en_okage

GPS coordinates: 34.46243,136.72283

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:03