Kawazu cherry trees bloom here in early spring, and visitors can tie pink ribbons (花帯) to the branches—a unique custom that creates an incredibly photogenic combination of sakura and ribbons.

The shrine's founder, Yoshimura Masatsune, received a divine message from Empress Yamato-hime at Ise Shrine to name his teachings "Shinshū" (神習), meaning "learning the ways of the gods."

In 1893, American astronomer Percival Lowell became the first foreigner to formally worship at Ise Shrine, arranged by the shrine's founder who taught him Shinto philosophy despite Lowell being a devout Christian.

Wild mejiro (Japanese white-eye birds) frequently visit the shrine's grounds and have become beloved regulars that worshippers hope to spot during their visit.