There are some signs of age-related deterioration. The biggest festival is the Niinamesai, which is often featured in the news. The author served as a Shinto priest at Ise Jingu for 40 years, and the book seems to contain valuable information, including personal accounts of various rituals from an insider's perspective and stories passed down from related individuals. In particular, I strongly felt the importance of rice cultivation culture in past Japanese society and the importance of the Imperial family in maintaining Shinto. Also, as I personally had never had the opportunity to hear such stories from a Shinto priest, the religious content was fresh and profound, and I felt my heart was cleansed. Recommended for anyone with even a slight interest in Ise Jingu. Thank you for looking.