Do you know about Saio, the sacred princesses who served at Ise Jingu Shrine for hundreds of years" You can learn about the lives and culture of the Saio through a visit to historical sites, museums, and hands-on facilities in Meiwa Town, the location of the Saik? Palace where they once lived.
Conveniently located between Ise and Matsuzaka, the town of Meiwa in Mie Prefecture is hosting the Saik? Cultural Art Festival from September to December, with an exciting array of curated tours and experiences centered around Meiwa?s unique royal history. It?s an easy trip from Osaka or Nagoya — well worth adding to your itinerary. |credit|
Who were the Saio"
The Saio were unmarried female members of the imperial family who served as priThe post Don’t Miss Kansai’s Hottest Culture Festival in 2024 appeared first on Japan Cheapo.

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