Spreading the charms of Mie Prefecture from a user's perspective! Introducing Mie Travel Ambassador members!
In 2023, we launched "Mie Travel Ambassador", which integrates Mie Travel Club activities. In this article, we will introduce the unique members of the Mie Travel Ambassadors.
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- What is Mie Travel Ambassador?
- Member introduction
- Masashi Asada Special thanks
- Yuumi Kato Special thanks
- Hayayo Komada Special thanks
- Special thanks to Yuki Hanai
- Special thanks to Momo Sakaida
- MAMMY
- ASOBISIA
- Fugamaru-chan (himself), Chamu (partner)
- Hanachiro
- TAKA
- Mio Ieda
- mei
- Sanpei
- Takuya Kiriyama
- Nakayosuke
- osmanthus
- Singer-songwriter Atsu
- Saygo
- saya
- yamaico!
- monmo_n0802
- gadfly
- Very energetic
- Rio Nishioka
- RISA
- SAI
- Toma
- EM&T
- caster mami
- Kaorin
- Kurata
- Kisa
- Issy
- Kaneko Yuki
- Yu Hagi
- Wylike
- Yoshimi Yamaoka
- maami
- chii (Sakai Chisato)
- mountain
- Yuki
- Yuina
- Rei Hashimoto
- Triple Patrol
- Muu
- Mattsun
What is Mie Travel Ambassador?
With the aim of disseminating information from the user's perspective, we aim to greatly expand the scope of our activities, such as collaborating with general users and disseminating information in a SNS-like manner through short articles such as new store information and flower viewing information. We have integrated Mie Travel Club activities and started a new "Mie Travel Ambassador"!
We will continue to publish articles created from each of our ambassadors' perspectives, so please look forward to it.
From here, we will post self-introductions of the unique ambassador members. There are also SNS links, so if there are any members you're interested in, please take a look!
Masashi Asada Special thanks
Born in 1979 TsuCity, Mie Prefecture. After graduating from Japan College of Photography and Imaging, he became independent as a photographer.
Publishes the photo book "Asada Family" (Akaakasha), which is a collection of family photos taken while attending vocational school, and wins the 34th Kimura Ihei Photography Award.
He has held solo exhibitions both domestically and internationally, and has written many books. The photo book “Asada Photo Studio Mannen” (Seigensha) and the photo book “Asada Photo Studio Mannen” (Akaakasha) are also on sale.
Favorite camera: Canon R5
Photography history: 27 years
Favorite food in Mie Prefecture: Yakiniku
Yuumi Kato Special thanks
Born in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. Currently living in WataraiTown with his family. In 2018, she participated in Miss Universe Japan as a representative of Mie Prefecture and was selected to represent Japan.
From 2022, he will serve as MatsusakaCity brand ambassador.
Currently active as a model and talent mainly in Japan and Malaysia. She posts information about beauty, health, and travel on SNS and media. Number of followers on Instagram is 95,000 (as of October 2023)
Hayayo Komada Special thanks
Born in 1999. Born in Mie Prefecture. Started playing the Tsugaru Shamisen at the age of 7, folk songs at the age of 10, and Nagauta Shamisen and Nagauta at the age of 16.
Studied Tsugaru shamisen and folk songs with Takayuki Matsuda, Nagauta shamisen with Gojiro Kineya, and Nagauta with Katsu Shinki Kineya. Graduated from the Department of Japanese Music, Faculty of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts in 2022. In 2023, he will be allowed to use the name Goshikoma Kineya.
Currently, he is performing all over the country, challenging various genres from classical music to original music and contemporary music, and gaining support from a wide range of people.
Favorite food: sushi, meat
Special thanks to Yuki Hanai
A violinist from InabeCity Mie Prefecture. Tourism Ambassador YokkaichiCity City, Mie Prefecture
He made his major debut in 2010. As a member of the 1966 QUARTET, which covers Western artists based on classical techniques, he has held concerts all over Japan. He has performed extensively, including on TV shows such as "Shin Domoto Kyodai" and NHK's "Scola: Ryuichi Sakamoto Music School," and participating in the KENZO Paris Collection. He is also active as a designer for the women's brand PANORMO, which adds a performer's perspective.
Favorite camera: EOS kiss M2
Favorite food: Flour lover
Areas of activity: Tokyo, Mie
Special thanks to Momo Sakaida
My name is Sakaida Momo and I'm from TsuCity Mie prefecture. I love my hometown and would love to introduce you to Mie's gourmet food, tourist spots, and hidden gems!
I served as Tsu Queen for 2023♩Thank you for your support!
Favorite camera: iPhone 14 pro 📱!
Favorite scenery: Natural scenery that lets you feel the four seasons
Area of activity: Spreading the charm of Mie Prefecture to people all over the world!
MAMMY
I love Nikon! Monk photographer. I am free to photograph whatever I want to photograph without being bound by categories.
There may be a lot of standard photos, but the shortcut to improving your skills is to imitate the photos you like! That's what I'm studying.
I want to take lots of photos that make people think, ``I want to go here!'' and ``I want to take pictures like this!''
Favorite camera: Nikon Z9, D850, D500
Photography history: 15 years devoted to Nikon
Favorite food in Mie prefecture: Katayaki, AkafukuIce, Naga-Mochi
ASOBISIA
A trio of close friends who love the outdoors!
We will enjoy Mie Prefecture's charming and wonderful nature to the fullest and actively spread the word!
We will deliver photos that will make you want to go there! !
Favorite camera: GoPro, smartphone, drone, shutter of the heart
Photography history: 2 years and 6 months / “Tourism Mie” ranked 1st in “likes” ranking in 2020
Mie Prefecture's favorite oasis of the heart: Suzuka Seven Mountains Mt.Gozaisho
~This is our Another Sky~
Click here for Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/asobisia/?hl=ja
https://www.instagram.com/takuma___0117/
https://www.instagram.com/uma.sensei.to2/
Fugamaru-chan (himself), Chamu (partner)
A photographer who takes pictures of Mie.
A Mie enthusiast who goes to take photos in his hometown of Mie almost every week.
I will bring you the latest information about Mie with my partner Chamu.
I often take landscape, gourmet, and portrait photos.
Favorite camera: CANON EOS 6D
Photography history: 8 years
Favorite specialty of Mie Prefecture: Henba-Mochi HekokiManju Cherreine Nanakuri senbei
Favorite attraction in Mie Prefecture: Yokoyama Observation Deck GozaShirahamaBeach ShichiriMihamaBeach UguraPark Uohikei
Hanachiro
I am a father of a naughty daughter and a selfish son who lives in IseCity.
My family goes out to tourist spots and photo spots in Mie Prefecture and takes pictures.
Since I have young children, I often take photos at spots that families can easily visit, and I try to take candid photos without trying too hard.
There are a lot of photos that tend to have children in them because the parents are a little silly (lol), but I will use my experience in photography to spread the word about Mie's charms.
Favorite camera: sony α6000 / sony α7c
Photography history: 7 years
Favorite scenery in Mie Prefecture: Nature along National Route 166 MatsusakaCity
TAKA
I joined "Mie Tabi Ambassador" because I want to spread the charm of Mie's mountains and I want as many people as possible to come to Mie! My assistant wife and I will be introducing the mountains in central Mie, which are easy to climb even for beginners, and are full of hidden gems, and the mountains in southern Mie, which are full of miraculous experiences. Please take a look at TAKA's [Adventure Book], which will introduce you to Mie Prefecture, which is filled with not only mountains but also many other attractions!
Mio Ieda
I am a local writer and photographer living in the Ise-Shima region. I have an eye for delicious food, and I enjoy walking around eating, searching for ingredients, touring producers, and developing recipes using local ingredients. At Mie Travel Ambassador, we would like to introduce a lot of delicious food from Mie, a beautiful country that is a treasure trove of food. My hobby is watching sports, and I'm planning to go to the Qatar World Cup in November. He's light on his feet and can be found anywhere, so stay tuned!
Favorite foods/systems: Seafood, bread, noodles, wine. We bake bread using wheat grown in Mie Prefecture.
Area of activity: Entire area of Mie prefecture, centered on Ise-Shima
mei
I love Mie Prefecture! I love cafes! I'm a working woman in my 20s. While working at a cafe, he was fascinated by the depth of coffee and began learning about the characteristics of each region of production, such as aroma, richness, and acidity, as well as the pairing of coffee and sweets. Makes me want to go! I want to tell everyone around me! We will mainly send out information about "cafes" and "sweets" in Mie Prefecture!
Favorite food/system: Coffee, latte, sweets
Activity area: Anywhere in Mie Prefecture
Sanpei
My hobby is sharing the unknown charms of Mie Prefecture, where I was born and raised, on SNS. During the coronavirus pandemic, when we had to avoid crowds, we started using social media to introduce spots in our neighborhood with few people.
Nowadays, ordinary everyday scenes such as night views of factories, which were not established as tourist resources in the past, have become tourist resources.Although it is difficult to take good photos of nearby flower spots, shrines and temples, railways, and city scenes, Mie I would like to discover the everyday scenes of people in the prefecture as a resource and share them with the world.
Favorite camera: SONY α7III
Favorite food: Japanese sweets
Area of activity: All over the prefecture, mainly in the north-central part of Mie prefecture
Takuya Kiriyama
I love Mie Prefecture. I usually work at a company, but photography is my hobby, and on my days off I go out to take pictures of nature, landscapes, flowers, and events, and I post them on the website and in booklets, apply for photo contests, and sometimes appear at events and volunteer. I am enjoying supporting Mie Prefecture in various ways, including participating as a staff member. Using this experience, I would like to spread the word about Mie's attractive seasonal flowers, famous spots, and scenery that will make you want to go! Thank you.
・Favorite camera: Canon EOS 90D, EOS kiss x7i, etc.
・Favorite food: Rice, Japanese sweets, Western sweets
・Favorite scenery: Cherry blossoms, autumn leaves, fresh greenery, landscapes with flowers, sunrises, sunsets, night views
・Activity area: Hokusei, Chunansei, Ise-Shima, Iga
Nakayosuke
I grew up in Mie, and as I photographed Mie's scenery with my camera as a hobby, I often felt that ``Mie is a wonderful place.'' We regularly hold photo exhibitions to help people experience the wonderful charm of Mie through its scenery.
Also, my main job is as a cram school teacher in MatsusakaCity, and I am originally TaikiTown. We want the children of Mie to know that ``Mie has a lot of great things'' and to convey the charm of their hometown and the spirit of valuing it.
・Favorite camera: Nikon z7Ⅱ
・Favorite scenery: Mie's rich natural scenery
・Activity area: Mie (especially MatsusakaCity and TaikiTown)
osmanthus
It has been 20 years since I married a person from Mie Prefecture and moved to the Hokusei region. At the time, I thought it was nothing. I love writing, so I became a writer for the town information newspaper. Through repeated interviews, I encountered rich nature and delicious food, and even met people who are active around the world, including local Olympic athletes. While I started to appreciate the charm of the place I live in, I also felt that people in the prefecture were not aware of that charm either. I would like to introduce things that people living in Mie can be proud of.
Favorite camera: NIKON Z50
Favorite food: kabusetea sweets, Oyachi hand-stretched noodles, Kameyama miso fried udon
Favorite scenery: Magic hour sky, cherry blossoms, night view of factories
Area of activity: northern part of the Hokusei region and Chusei region
Singer-songwriter Atsu
Singer-songwriter from Mie Prefecture.
As I introduced various parts of the prefecture on radio and cable TV, I felt a strong desire to introduce the wonderful places of Mie to as many people as possible!
I also stream my hobby camping and travel videos on YouTube.
We will introduce recommended spots in Mie with a focus on outdoor activities.
Check out the “Mie Prefecture Ondo” created with the theme of Mie Prefecture!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zcuug9jPj9U
Favorite camera: [For video] Sony “ZV-1”, DJI “Osmo Action3”
Favorite food: Baby star, TsuGyoza, Ise GreenTea, sake
Favorite view: The view of Mie through the bonfire
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Saygo
I'm a photographer.
I would like to share the charm of Mie with photos and articles that will make people think, ``I want to go to Mie'' and ``Mie is amazing!'' I like hiking in the mountains, so I will mainly introduce mountains and nature. From time to time, I would like to introduce some photography techniques.
Favorite food: Ise-Udon, Akafukumochi, Naga-Mochi
Favorite scenery: Summit of Mt. Nyudogatake, Mt. Ryugatake, Inaba Port Line, InabeCity Bairin Park
Area of activity: Mie prefecture, Aichi prefecture, Shiga prefecture, Nara prefecture
saya
I love traveling both domestically and internationally. My happiness comes from going where I want to go with someone I like.
I love preserving memories through photos and videos.
The various memories that come back to me when I look back at it are even more interesting!
We want people from all over the world to come to Mie Prefecture's wonderful spots! !
Favorite camera: iPhone, digital camera, OLYMPUS PEN8
Favorite food: sushi
Activity area: ShimaCity-SuzukaCity
yamaico!
My name is yamaico! and I have been running for 10 years, and have been running and climbing for 2 years.
I do road runs every day, sometimes I climb mountains, and sometimes I run in the mountains.
I enjoy running and mountain climbing as my hobbies, so I'm going to tell you about Mie's wonderful running spots and mountains!
Favorite food in Mie: Henba-Mochi, Tekone sushi, Butasute-san's croquettes
Favorite mountain in Mie: Ryugatake, Mt. Tado
Area of activity: 3 Tokai prefectures, sometimes Kyoto, Nara
monmo_n0802
Hello, I'm a photographer in the northern part of Mie Prefecture as a hobby. It's monmo_n!
Currently, we are mainly active in the northern part of the country, but we would like to expand our range of activities to the southern part as well!
I'm still an inexperienced photographer, having only been a photographer for about 4 years, but I'll do my best to share the beautiful scenery of Mie Prefecture with everyone, so please take care of me♪
Favorite camera: Canon EOSR5
Favorite scenery: Illuminated plum blossoms at Suzuka Forest Garden
Activity range: Mainly northern Mie prefecture, occasionally southern area
gadfly
I am a native Mie person, born and raised in WataraiTown WataraiTown
I mainly photograph Mie Prefecture's scenery, including seasonal scenery, festivals, fireworks, and starry skies.
I hope that my photos will lead to new discoveries, such as ``I want to go there'' and ``There's such a wonderful place.''
I like the standard locations for photography, but I also love unusual and off-the-beaten-path places, so I'd like to go there and explore them.
Favorite camera: Canon EOS RP
Favorite food: Miyagawa sweetfish
Favorite scenery: Natural scenery of the Miyagawa River basin, the sea of Ise-Shima
Area of activity: All over Mie prefecture, but mainly in Ise-Shima and Chunan areas
Very energetic
I'm over 40 years old and a father of twins. It's been over 40 years since I was born in Mie Prefecture, and I realized that there is still a lot of things I don't know about Mie, so I started thinking about sharing the places I've visited through photos and videos.
It's nearby but I've never been there. I didn't know there was a place like that near me. We will provide you with such aha experiences.
It's a hobby of an office worker, but I hope you enjoy it.
Favorite camera: GOPRO
Favorite food: Ramen
Favorite scenery: Shrines and temples
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Rio Nishioka
Narrator/voice actor living in Ise-Shima.
Currently, my main activities include web commercials, narration for company introductions, and voice acting for games.
She is also a mother of two small boys, and enjoys going out with her family on the weekends.
From a mother's point of view, we will introduce some easy-to-go spots in Mie Prefecture that are easy to visit with children! ...However, bringing children is always difficult. Even so, we will continue to look for beautiful photo spots and delicious food that are worth the effort.
Favorite camera: Canon PowerShot G7X Mark II, EOS Kiss X8i, iPhone14
Favorite food: ouchiyama soft serve ice cream, Toba Kokusai Hotel cheesecake, Otobe roll cake
Favorite scenery: Shima Tourist Farm, Yokoyama Observation Deck, Kazahaya no Sato, RedHilForestofHisa
Area of activity: Ise-Shima, and sometimes in southern Mie Prefecture
RISA
I'm "RISA", a mother of two who grew up in Shima and lives in Ise. I love going out with my kids on the weekends, going to fun spots in Mie Prefecture that kids can enjoy, taking pictures of the seasonal scenery, and eating delicious food.
I would like to share the charms of Mie Prefecture from a mom's perspective. thank you.
Favorite camera: Nikon D5300 iPhone
Favorite food: AkafukuIce Ise-Udon Gyoza
Favorite view: Rias coast seen from Yokoyama Observation Deck
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture (mainly around Ise-Shima)
SAI
nice to meet you.
I am SAI, a family camper living in Mie Prefecture.
I want my children to experience the nature-rich Mie Prefecture, where I was born and raised, with their own skin, so I enjoy outdoor life with my family on holidays!
I would be happy if I could share with you the spots and experiences that you can enjoy with your family, especially outdoors.
Favorite camera: sony α7Ⅳ
Camp history: 7 years
Activity area: North central region
Toma
I was born in Aichi Prefecture in 1991 and have been living in KawagoeTown for four years now.
My hobby is photography, mainly landscapes and fireworks.
While visiting fireworks and famous spots all over the country, I felt a strong desire to delve deeper into the charms of Mie Prefecture.
We will do our best to provide easy-to-understand information that will be helpful to those visiting for the first time.
Favorite camera: SONYa7RⅣ, a7Ⅲ, Google Pixel7
Favorite food: Akafukumochi, Uramura oysters
Favorite scenery: Yokkaichi factory evening view from Isozu coast, Kihoku/Owase fireworks (Wada fireworks store's fireworks)
Area of activity: All of Mie prefecture, centered on the Hokusei area
EM&T
While running a transportation business, I suddenly picked up a drone and fell in love with it, so I even started a drone business.
Currently, we use aerial photography to convey various charms and individualities that cannot be seen from the human perspective.
I learned that Mie Prefecture is deeply connected to both the public and private sectors, and there are many attractive things, things, and places.
I would like to convey the charm of this place from a perspective that is not normally seen, and deliver people who want to go, know, and feel!
Favorite camera
Drone: DJI MAVIC3 (HASSELBLAD), FPVdrone (indoor, outdoor)
Camera: iphone13pro (NiSi filter), DJI ACTION2, Gopro
Drone/photography history: 3 years
Favorite scenery: Ago Bay, AoyamaPlateau, Yokkaichi Port, IseJingu
Activity area: Entire Mie area (Inabe -KihoTown)
caster mami
My name is Mami Nishiguchi, also known as Caster Mami. Born in MatsusakaCity City, Mie Prefecture. Currently working as an announcer/reporter for television and radio stations in Mie Prefecture, and as a host for events. In 2016, as a member of OdaiTown Regional Revitalization Cooperation Team, I was in charge of disseminating information to promote migration using blogs and SNS, and in 2016 I was involved in the "Rural Living Blog", which was previously operated by Chikyu no Arukikata T&E Co., Ltd. Won the Blogger Award runner-up. After retiring from his position, he has been in charge of disseminating tourist information for OdaiTown.
OTONAMIE reporter. Mimura Travel tourism ambassador.
We will continue to spread the word about new, unknown charms, mainly in Okuise.
Regular program: ZTV “HOT! HigashiKishu” caster, etc.
YouTube Channel: Go on an E-BIKE! Beginner bicycle women's club
Favorite camera: iPhone14 Pro
Favorite food: vegetables
Area of activity: Southern Mie Prefecture, mainly Okuise
Kaorin
I was born and raised in Mie. Since I started taking photographs seven years ago, I have been fascinated by the charms of Mie, especially my hometown Inabe.
In addition to cultural properties and famous places, I enjoy taking photos of my favorite local scenery, events, handicrafts, and gourmet food as daily memorandums.
I would like to convey the wonderfulness of Mie and ``living a life that enjoys the seasons.''
Favorite camera: canon R6
Favorite food: Akafukumochi, Mika Sanso curry rice crackers, Chelleine, seasonal foods and local dishes
Favorite scenery: Photographs of flowers that grow wild in the mountains of Suzuka, and scenery where the Sangi Railway runs.
Area of activity: I want to master Mie, mainly in the Hokusei region!
Kurata
Born and raised MatsusakaCity Mie Prefecture.
My hobbies are photography, shoe shine, mountain climbing, and camping.
I love Mie Prefecture, which is home to the ocean, mountains, rivers, rich nature, and delicious food.
As IseJingu 34-year-old father who lives with his wife and two boys, I would like to share this information with you as a 34-year-old father who lives with his wife, two boys, and Mie Prefecture, which is full of many attractions, from historical culture such as Ise Grand Shrine to the latest tourist spots such as Visson. I would like to introduce it to you.
Favorite camera: SONY a7Ⅳ
Favorite food: Ramen
I eat delicious ramen every day.
Favorite scenery: I like places full of trees, such as rivers and forests.
It would be even better if we could go camping
Area of activity: Entire area of Mie Prefecture
Especially Matsusaka, Ise, Toba, and Shima.
Mostly in the southwest area
Kisa
My name is Kisa and I am touring the spectacular scenery of Mie Prefecture.
I usually use the live streaming app Mikucha to introduce the spectacular views and sightseeing spots of the Chubu region, with a focus on Mie Prefecture, as well as gourmet food.
Traveling to islands and climbing mountains in search of spectacular views and delicious food...I travel to convey the charms of the Tokai region.
First Runner-Up of the Travel Women’s Discovery Contest
Favorite camera: Galaxy (SONYα7III only when there is no streaming)
Favorite food: Eel, abalone, escargot, Akafukumochi
Favorite view: View from Toshijima Rayfield
Activity area: Ise Shima area, Nagashima Resort
Issy
nice to meet you! I'm Issy, a new member of Mie Travel Ambassador!
Although I was born in the Kanto region, I would like to share with everyone the charms of Mie and the mountain scenery of Mie!
I love nature and mountain climbing!
Favorite camera: Nikon D7500
Favorite scenery: Natural scenery, waterfalls, mountains, etc.
Area of activity: Entire Mie area
Kaneko Yuki
I live in SuzukaCity.
Ever since I started taking photos and videos, my love for my home prefecture, Mie, has grown even more!
I usually run a restaurant, and I actively introduce recommended spots in Mie to customers from other prefectures.
I would like to be proud of my hometown and share the beautiful scenery, attractive culture, new spots, etc. with photos and videos!
Favorite camera: Sony α7Ⅳ, FUJIFILM X-Pro3 (others. I'm a gadget geek)
Favorite place: Kokufu Beach
Favorite food: Sushi, eel, fried chicken, vegetables
Area of activity: North-central Mie Prefecture to Ise-Shima area. Other beautiful spots in Mie Prefecture.
Yu Hagi
Mie Prefecture is full of wonderful culture, delicious food, and impressive scenery! And the people are kind too!
This is how I fell in love with Mie Prefecture as a web writer. He has lived in Hiroshima, Osaka, and Tokyo, and currently lives in Nagoya, but his dream is to own a home in Mie Prefecture.
His special skill is running marathons, and he has even won 3rd place in the Mie Matsusaka Marathon, winning Matsusaka Beef. I am also running a personal marathon blog.
I would like to spread the charm of what I discovered in Mie Prefecture.
Marathon blog “Sub3 Women’s Jog Notes”: http://sub3jog.com/
Favorite scenery: Vast scenery that makes you feel like running.
Areas of activity: In addition to the Hokusei region of Mie Prefecture, we are active in a wide range of areas including Aichi Prefecture, Gifu Prefecture, Shizuoka Prefecture, and Tokyo.
Wylike
I am the author of a personal blog that introduces spots where you can go out with your dog, mainly in Mie Prefecture. My partner is my dog Lulu.
I applied to become a Mie Travel Ambassador because I wanted to explore Mie Prefecture, where I was born and raised. We want to deliver content that will make you think, ``Let's go!'' and information that will make you choose us as your next holiday destination.
Favorite camera: LUMIX LX100M2
Favorite scenery: AoyamaPlateau
Area of activity: Entire area of Mie prefecture, centered on Iganabari
Yoshimi Yamaoka
I love taking photos, writing, and eating delicious food!
I would like to share lots of delicious food and fun places and enjoy Mie Prefecture even more with everyone.
I usually take photos of children, families, websites, etc.
Favorite camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark IV
Favorite food: sweets
Favorite scenery: Spectacular view from GozaishoRopeway, rural scenery of KomonoTown
Activity area: Hokusei area (Yokkaichi, Suzuka, Kameyama, Inabe, Komono, etc.)
maami (Mami Tanehashi)
I am a housewife who grew up in Aichi Prefecture and has lived in Mie Prefecture for 15 years.
I love taking pictures, and at first I took pictures of underwater fish and sea slugs while diving as a hobby, but gradually I started taking pictures on land as well.
What I like is festivals! (Especially strange festivals and fire festivals)
I've been interested in festivals since I was a student, and as I researched and visited them more and more, I became more and more hooked.
Mie Prefecture alone has many unique festivals, so we would like to share them with you in a fun and interesting way.
Favorite camera: Canon EOS R5, GO PRO HERO12 BLACK
Favorite food: Tekone sushi, seaweed ae from Sugashima, Himono Shokudo set meal
Favorite scenery: Festivals, Japanese culture, winter mountain scenery, waterfalls, night scenery
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
chii (Sakai Chisato)
She is a mother of two and has been in Mie Prefecture from Kyoto for 9 years since she got married.In addition to teaching piano classes, she also performs in various places to sow the seeds of music.
It's been four years since I started taking photos as a hobby, fascinated by Mie Prefecture's vast flower fields and rich natural scenery.
By photographing exciting moments and moments that I want to cherish forever, such as time with my family and seasonal flowers and landscapes, I hope to convey the unique charm of Mie Prefecture from a variety of perspectives.
Thank you very much♪
Favorite camera: SONY α7IV
Favorite food: Strawberries, AkafukuIce, Akafukumochi zenzai
Favorite scenery: Walking trails in the neighborhood, rural scenery enjoyed with children on bicycles, seasonal flower fields, shrines and temples, locations where you can enjoy the sky such as sunsets
Area of activity: All of Mie Prefecture, mainly in the north-central region
Click here for SNS regarding piano lessons and performance activities
mountain
I grew up in Aichi, and moved to Mie permanently after going to university.
For many years, I have worked in medical institutions as a professional who cares deeply about people.
Rooted in my beloved Mie area, where I have spent more than half of my life,
The beauty of the scenery, the richness of nature, gourmet food, and the warm character of the prefecture's people, etc.
We will bring out the unique charm that Mie Prefecture has to our heart's content and share it with you!
Favorite food: Ise GreenTea, AkafukuIce, Tsu gyoza, seafood bowl, eel
Favorite scenery: Tea fields in Iinan-cho, Matsusaka MatsusakaCity, the sea in Ise-Shima, and historic old townscapes
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Yuki
Weekend two-wheeled trip.
My name is Yuki, born in 1990, with 5 years of photography experience and 10 years of motorcycle experience.
I ride my partner's motorcycle and take photos of tourist spots in the prefecture and unusual spots I find on maps, and I also take motorsports photos during races at SuzukaCircuit.
There are countless photos on SNS, but we will share photos of Mie Prefecture that will catch the eye of anyone who sees them even for a moment!
Favorite camera: Nikon D850, Nikon Z fc
Favorite food: Ramen, kabusetea, Owase spring yellowtail
Favorite scenery: Night view of factories at Yokkaichi Port, scenery of Misugi TsuCity
Area of activity: All over the prefecture, mainly in the Hokusei region
Yuina
nice to meet you!
My name is Yuina and I photograph seasonal flower fields, cafes, and people in Mie Prefecture.
We will spread the word so that people of all generations can learn about the charms of Mie Prefecture!
Favorite camera: sony α7III
Favorite food: Akafukumochi, Nagamochi
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Rei Hashimoto
A freelance writer from Tsu City, TsuCity Prefecture.
As they run Mie Prefecture's dog media "Wankogurashi," they can be found at cafes, restaurants, dog runs, and seasonal photo spots throughout the prefecture where you can take your beloved dog.
Together with our beloved dogs Sora and Kou, we will provide information that will enrich the dog life of Mie's dog lovers.
Although I love dogs, I am actually allergic to them.
Favorite foods: Shelleine, Ise-Udon
Favorite scenery: anori Lighthouse, TobaObservatory, AoyamaPlateau
Area of activity: Entire area of Mie Prefecture
Triple Patrol
I grew up in Mie, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic I was unable to travel outside the prefecture, so I started spreading the word about Mie, which made me realize how many shops, scenery, and spots there are in Mie, and how lucky I am to have been born here. As a travel ambassador, I hope to help promote Mie by showing its charms, so that even one person will think that there is nothing there.
We will be introducing places and shops that are "wonderful in Mie"!
Favorite camera: iPhone
Favorite foods: Sushi, pasta, French food (I'm not picky and can eat anything)
Favorite scenery: Flowers that bloom with the seasons, oceans, rivers, and mountains that give a sense of nature
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Muu
Hello! I was born and raised in Mie Prefecture and my name is Muu. I usually post exciting places in Mie that you can go to with your kids on social media. In the future, I would like to share the charms of my beloved Mie with more people, and I hope to help increase your options for going out through Mie Tourism. Thank you for your support!
Favorite scenery: Seasonal flower spots such as Kasamatsu Kawazu Sakura Road and Tokotonosato Cosmos Field
Area of activity: Entire Mie Prefecture
Mattsun
I was born and raised in Kuwana, and my favorite childhood books were local history manga! I love Mie Prefecture!
Mie Prefecture stretches from north to south and is filled with diverse culture and nature.
He especially has a strong love for the Kuwana IshidoriFestival, and rushes over whenever he hears the Ishitori music (laughs).
We will do our best to spread the various charms of Mie Prefecture, such as beautiful scenery, local recommended gourmet food, and unique festivals! We hope you will support us!
Favorite camera: iPhone
Favorite foods: Akafukumochi, Tsuitachi-Mochi (especially chestnut mochi), Yasunaga-Mochi, ramen, Shima eel, ice cream buns, Smacks
Favorite scenery: The Kuwana IshidoriFestival Festival, ShichirinoWatashi, TheAkame48Falls, the stone pavement of Magose-togePass, and more!
Area of activity: All of Mie Prefecture (mainly northern Japan)