Yaoyoro Juku Hosts Ise Jingu Official Visit Event, Offering Experiential Learning of History
On May 9-10, 2026, Yaoyoro Juku held a historical experiential event in Ise and Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture. Twenty participants deepened their understanding of Japanese spirituality through an official visit to Ise Jingu's restricted area and cultural activities at regional heritage sites.
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On May 9-10, 2026, Yaoyoro Juku organized a two-day experiential learning event centered on an official visit to Ise Jingu in Ise and Matsusaka, Mie Prefecture. The program aimed to teach Japanese history and mythology through experience rather than mere rote knowledge. The event was limited to 20 participants and was fully booked.
Participants conducted an official prayer (Okakichi-sanpai) at the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu, a sacred area with restricted access. They offered prayers to Amaterasu Omikami in the divine space beyond the offertory box, feeling the essence of Japanese culture and spirituality firsthand. The itinerary also included visits to the Motoori Norinaga Memorial Museum and the Saiku Historical Museum.
On the first day, participants enjoyed traditional activities such as 'Kai-awase' (shell matching) and riding in a 'Soka-ren' palanquin. The second day began with an early morning visit to the Geku (Outer Shrine), followed by the official visit to the Naiku (Inner Shrine), a stroll through Okage Yokocho, and visits to Sarutahiko Shrine and Izanomiya. Participants noted that they felt history as 'part of life' rather than just facts. Yaoyoro Juku, which primarily operates on social media, plans to continue hosting real-world events across Japan.
Participants conducted an official prayer (Okakichi-sanpai) at the Inner Shrine of Ise Jingu, a sacred area with restricted access. They offered prayers to Amaterasu Omikami in the divine space beyond the offertory box, feeling the essence of Japanese culture and spirituality firsthand. The itinerary also included visits to the Motoori Norinaga Memorial Museum and the Saiku Historical Museum.
On the first day, participants enjoyed traditional activities such as 'Kai-awase' (shell matching) and riding in a 'Soka-ren' palanquin. The second day began with an early morning visit to the Geku (Outer Shrine), followed by the official visit to the Naiku (Inner Shrine), a stroll through Okage Yokocho, and visits to Sarutahiko Shrine and Izanomiya. Participants noted that they felt history as 'part of life' rather than just facts. Yaoyoro Juku, which primarily operates on social media, plans to continue hosting real-world events across Japan.
FAQ
ヤオヨロ塾の伊勢神宮イベントの目的は何ですか？
「日本の歴史や神話を知識ではなく体験として学ぶ」ことを目的としており、実際に現地へ足を運び、その土地の空気を体感することを重視しています。
イベントではどのような特別な体験が提供されましたか？
一般の参拝客は入れない伊勢神宮内宮の「御垣内（みかきうち）」での正式参拝や、斎宮歴史博物館での貝合わせ・葱華輦（そうかれん）乗車体験などが提供されました。
参加人数や対象層はどうなっていますか？
20名限定で募集され、当日は満席となりました。参加者は子供から大人まで幅広い年代層が含まれています。
主催者の土岐総一郎氏とはどのような人物ですか？
1986年生まれ、早稲田大学卒の教育起業家です。歴史を紹介するSNS「ヤオヨロ塾」やYouTubeチャンネルを運営しており、総フォロワー数は10万人を超えています。
今後、同様のイベントは開催されますか？
はい。ヤオヨロ塾は今後も日本各地で「現地で体験する学び」をテーマにしたリアルイベントを継続的に開催する予定です。