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Meoto Iwa 夫婦岩

Wedded Rocks

Checked October 2026 · next check January 2027 · On our list

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Visiting Meoto Iwa today

  • What it is: Two sea rocks joined by a thick sacred rope off Futami Okitama Shrine, a symbol of marriage and long a stop on Ise pilgrimages.
  • Getting there: About 15 minutes' walk from JR Futaminoura Station (Sangu Line).
  • Hours: The shoreline is always open; shrine office 9:00–16:00.
  • Admission: Free.
  • Tip: Around the summer solstice the sun rises between the rocks, so come before dawn in June and July.
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Sunrise lines up between the rocks from May to July; the rope is renewed three times a year.

Checked against: Futamiokitama Shrine – Ise Tourism Association. Check opening times and prices before you go.

Meoto Iwa on Shibuya246

We haven't been yet, so there are no photos here. The notes above come from official sources and are checked every quarter. Our own photos and story will appear here after we visit.