If you want to take photos, come here! Mie Prefecture Photo Travel Course Part 2
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area
- Northern forces
- Chunan group
- HigashiKishu
Season
- All seasons
schedule
1 night 2 days
transportation
car
I bought a nice SLR camera or mirrorless camera, but where should I take pictures? This Mie Prefecture photo travel course is for those people. If you take a photo here, it's sure to be your favorite! We will introduce you to some great spots.
Blue Grotto
![Blue Grotto](https://www.kankomie.or.jp/rails/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBb0FSIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--c2bc7c6576d8b0c6822031aa92db11974b951e37/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaDdCem9MWm05eWJXRjBPZ2wzWldKd09oSnlaWE5wZW1WZmRHOWZabWwwV3dkcEFvUURhUUpZQWc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--984b453f8bdc5daa4172029f2382775528c57461/21816_1_org.jpg)
[Tategasaki sightseeing tour]
・Course: Matsuzaki Port -Onigajo- Gamanokuchi -Tategasaki- Umikongo - Matsuzaki Port
・Time required: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes
・Contact: KumanoCity Tourism Organization Tel 0597-89-2229
*Departures from Yuki, Atashika, and Nikijima are also available.
Onigajo (KumanoCity)
![Onigajo (KumanoCity)](https://www.kankomie.or.jp/rails/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBcEVFIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--0c69d44f83f603f75ef038dee3f2f5be9980b957/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaDdCem9MWm05eWJXRjBPZ2wzWldKd09oSnlaWE5wZW1WZmRHOWZabWwwV3dkcEFvUURhUUpZQWc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--984b453f8bdc5daa4172029f2382775528c57461/2235_1_org.jpg)
MaruyamaSenmaida
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Numerous events are held throughout the year, including rice cultivation experiences, and conservation activities are carried out by local people.
World Heritage Resort Kumano Club
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The three "towns" (areas) within the facility host a variety of events to help you enjoy Kumano.
Everywhere in the facility is designed so that you can feel nature, such as the blue sea of Kumano Sea and the magnificent panorama of the sunset.
World Heritage Resort Kumano Club
Hisai Sakakibara wind power generation facility (AoyamaPlateau Wind Farm)
![AoyamaPlateau Wind Farm ①](https://www.kankomie.or.jp/rails/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBaDhMIiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJibG9iX2lkIn19--913abf78c36cc3955bd51ea3a590840950d36f62/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaDdCem9MWm05eWJXRjBPZ2wzWldKd09oSnlaWE5wZW1WZmRHOWZabWwwV3dkcEFvUURhUUpZQWc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoidmFyaWF0aW9uIn19--984b453f8bdc5daa4172029f2382775528c57461/6556_1_org.jpg)
We have installed 24 wind turbines (3,000 kW) with each generating capacity of 750 kW, supplying clean energy to power companies.
The windmill tower is 50m high, the diameter of the rotor (rotating part) is 50.5m, and the height from the ground to the top is 75m, making it one of the largest in Japan. Its simple, flowing design blends beautifully with the surrounding landscape.
Tokaido Sekijuku
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There are many sights to see, including ``Seki Jizo-in,'' which is home to Japan's oldest Jizo Bodhisattva, and ``Seki Machinami Museum,'' which preserves and displays historical materials related to Sekijuku.
Yokkaichi Port Building
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You can also learn about the history and workings of Yokkaichi Port through videos and exhibits.
Other recommended courses
![Iga Ueno Castle and cherry blossoms](https://www.kankomie.or.jp/rails/active_storage/representations/proxy/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaHBBK0dDQWc9PSIsImV4cCI6bnVsbCwicHVyIjoiYmxvYl9pZCJ9fQ==--57a906d32d44eae0de10e7d95be740e9a5fc27cc/eyJfcmFpbHMiOnsibWVzc2FnZSI6IkJBaDdCem9MWm05eWJXRjBPZ2wzWldKd09oSnlaWE5wZW1WZmRHOWZabWwwV3dkcEFwQUJNQT09IiwiZXhwIjpudWxsLCJwdXIiOiJ2YXJpYXRpb24ifX0=--b09a9ff8f7feb86019d77da17db2106d0ec9bb68/IMG_0428-1600x1067.jpg)
A day trip to enjoy flowers and gourmet food in Mie ~Enjoy the scenery of castles/castle ruins and cherry blossoms~ [Late March to early April]
Northern forces
Chunan group
Mie Prefecture, which is rich in nature, has many famous flower spots that can be enjoyed in each season!
The scenery of castles, castle ruins, and Yoshino cherry trees is a must-see during the cherry blossom season. The contrast between the gentle pink cherry blossoms and the solid stone walls creates a unique atmosphere.
Why not enjoy some local gourmet food while taking pictures of the cherry blossoms in full bloom and the castle/castle ruins?
Click here for famous cherry blossom spots in Mie PrefectureSpecial feature on cherry blossom spots in Mie Prefecture 2023 edition
Click here for the flowering status of spring flowers Mie flower calendar
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Let's play with the family! Yokubari theme park trip
Northern forces
Meet the dugongs, be excited and excited at the theme park, and have fun with the whole family! If you play until you're exhausted, you're sure to have wonderful memories.
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A pilgrimage to visit Ise, walk the Kumano Kodo, and heal in hot springs
HigashiKishu
A course where you visit Ise in the early morning and then walk along the World Heritage Site Kumano Kodo. Be captivated by the dynamic nature and its beauty, and soak in the hot springs to soothe yourself.