About Mie Prefecture

Mie Prefecture is situated roughly halfway along the Japanese archipelago on the Pacific Ocean side. It has a long north-south shape and is located not too far from the Chukyo and Kansai regions. The climate and natural environment differ between the north and south. In the east of the prefecture lies Ise Bay and the Kumano Sea, while the west is dominated by mountain ranges, including the Suzuka Mountains and the Kii Mountains. All up, the prefecture has a rich natural landscape of sea, mountains, and rivers. Places of historical interest include the Ise Grand Shrine, cherished as the spiritual home of the Japanese people, and the World Heritage-listed Kumano Kodo pilgrimage route. Mie Prefecture is also the birthplace of the Iga school of ninjutsu and renowned for producing world-famous Matsusaka beef.
Here we showcase some special experiences that allow you to fully appreciate the rich blessings of nature, the lives of the local people, and the unique charms of Mie Prefecture.