Basics of visiting Ise + surrounding spots
Don't you think "IseJingu" is just one shrine?
[IseJingu Naiku] The sunrise from UjibashiBridge is impressive!
[IseJingu Geku] Cross the Omotesando Fire Bridge to the sacred area
[Oharai-Machi] The town in front of IseJingu has a retro atmosphere
[Okage-yokocho] is the most lively area in Oharai-Machi
[Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple)] The sun rises between the two rocks from May to July.
[Futamiokitama-JinjaShirine] Famous as a power spot for matchmaking
- IseJingu (Naiku / Geku)
- IseJingu is known as "Oise-san" and has been loved as the spiritual hometown of the Japanese people. Actually, it is not a single shrine, but a collective name for 125 shrines and shrines. The two main shrines are Naiku, Kotaijingu, and Geku Toyouke-daijingu. These two shrines are about 20 minutes apart by bus. It is recommended to visit Geku first and then Naiku first.
- Oharai-Machi / Okage-yokocho
- IseJingu After visiting the "K", take a stroll in the old town. IseJingu The gate towns of "Oharai-Machi" and "Okage-yokocho" are must-visit spots. Naiku On the stone pavement laid along the Isuzu River from the entrance of UjibashiBridge, there are souvenir stores, long-established confectionery stores, inns for travelers, and other nostalgic Japanese-style wooden buildings. There are also many stores that look like a fair, and every day is as lively as a festival. Be sure to check out the stores recommended for eating and buying souvenirs!
- Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple) / Futamiokitama-JinjaShirine
- There are many gods in the vicinity of the shrine. Among them, Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple) Futamiokitama-JinjaShirine, which are famous as power spots for marriage, are also popular spots to visit. It has been known as a sunrise worship place since ancient times, and from May to July you can see the sunrise from between Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple). Especially on sunny days around the summer solstice, where you can see the sunrise over the back of Mt. Fuji, it is crowded with many photographers and worshipers. Nighttime is recommended from November to January. You can see the full moon from between Meotoiwa(rocksofthemarriedcouple).
Spectacular hunting at the plum festival!
Pay attention to photogenic hidden spots! The lighting is also fantastic.
[Suzuka Forest Garden] Weeping plum blossoms illuminated on a spectacular scale
[Suzuka Forest Garden] Approximately 200 famous weeping plum trees
[Plum grove in InabeCity Agricultural Park] Brightly blooming plum trees spread out below your eyes
[Plum grove in InabeCity Agricultural Park] Bustling with people during the plum festival
[Aquaignis] A complex hot spring resort with the theme of healing and food
[Aquaignis] 100% natural hot spring flowing directly from the source
- Suzuka Forest Garden
- Growing in popularity among photographers! Shiho, the author of ``I want to see the world's most spectacular views before I die'', commented, ``It's spectacular!'' This is a sacred place for weeping plum blossoms. When the sun goes down, the atmosphere changes completely from the daytime, and the weeping plum blossoms that are illuminated take on a magical and enchanting appearance. Although it is difficult to access by public transportation, it is attracting attention as a hidden gem.
- Plum grove in InabeCity Agricultural Park
- The largest in the Tokai area! 4,000 plum trees of 100 varieties are in full bloom. When you climb up to the observation deck, you can get a panoramic view of the entire park, with plum blossoms forming a gradation of red, white, and pink. The plum festival will be held in March, so be sure to check it out!
- Aquaignis
- Take a short break between viewing plum blossoms. Let's take a detour to Aquaignis, a leisure complex located at Yunoyama Onsen, located between Suzuka Forest Garden and InabeCity Agricultural Park. This is a facility where you can enjoy a luxurious time, including a day-trip hot spring that uses 100% natural hot spring water to make your skin smooth, and a restaurant prepared by a famous chef. The vast grounds of approximately 15,000 tsubo are lined with stylish buildings that match the natural scenery, and there are plenty of spaces that look great on social media.
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Are you AmaHut（Amagoya）fan? Or do you prefer all-you-can-eat oyster shacks?
Get excited about the exquisite oysters around Pearl Road in Toba, a treasure trove of seafood gourmet food!
[Oyster Road in Toba/Uramura] Delicious with fresh oysters
[Oyster Road in Toba/Uramura] All-you-can-eat oysters!
[AmaHut（Amagoya）experience] Spend a relaxing time with active ama divers
[AmaHut（Amagoya）experience] The taste will improve if you ask the ama to grill it for you
[Ago Bay] Breathtaking sunset view from Tomoyama Park
- Oyster road in Toba/Uramura
- If you want to eat your fill of oysters, go to Toba! ! If you go down to Ikuura Bay from the prefectural road "Pearl Road Seaside Line" that connects Toba and Shima, you will find yourself on Oyster Road. Oyster shacks with signs that say "All you can eat oysters" can be seen everywhere. During the season from November to March, you can enjoy thick, juicy oysters until you're full, and the prices are reasonable. Fill your mouth with nutritious oysters and enjoy a moment of bliss.
- AmaHut（Amagoya）experience
- Another experience you can enjoy along Pearl Road is AmaHut（Amagoya）Experience. In fact, nearly half of the nation's Ama divers are in Mie Prefecture, and within the prefecture, Osatsu, TobaCity osatsu particular, has the largest number of active Ama divers. At AmaHut（Amagoya）experience, you can have freshly caught seafood grilled inside the hut and have a real talk about fishing. Not only can you enjoy fresh seafood, but you can also spend a relaxing time watching the Ama divers who sit around the stove and chat with you with kind smiles. It's popular and often crowded, so be sure to make a reservation before you go.
- Access near Pearl Road
- Buses run from Toba Station to both areas, so it's safe for those who enjoy drinking! If you rent a car, it's a good idea to drive along the coastal route and enjoy the scenic views of the sea! The view of Ago Bay, dyed orange and sparkling, is a breathtaking sight that will leave you speechless.
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Enjoy a luxurious holiday at a seaside resort.
Head to Kashishima Island, the venue for IseShimaSummit, where celebrities from around the world have stayed.
[Premier Resort Yuga Ise Shima] Open-air bath overlooking the Pacific Ocean
[Shima Kanko Hotel Bay Suite] An adult resort where the sunset shines
[ShimaMediterraneanVillage] A space that creates an extraordinary feeling
[Kintetsu Limited Express Shimakaze] Cafe car where you can relax while on the move
There are many seaside resorts in Kashiwajima and its surrounding area, including the Shima IseShimaSummit, and Amanem, created by Aman Resorts, one of the world's leading luxury hotel chains. The bright red sky as the sun sets, the moonlight reflecting on the pitch-black surface of the sea, the crisp air of the morning sun...a trip to stay by the seaside allows you to enjoy the slow passage of time. For dinner, you can enjoy the delicious cuisine of Ise-Shima. You can enjoy a wide variety of seafood, from Japanese to French cuisine. What makes me happy is the price of accommodation. A typical style room is very reasonable. The biggest attraction is that you can stay in a suite-like room for the same price as a standard room at a luxury hotel in the metropolitan area. Kashiwajima is blessed with beautiful nature and abundant seafood. Why not take this opportunity to fully enjoy the rich feeling?
- Shima Kanko Hotel The Bay Suite
- This hotel was also the location for G7 commemorative photos. All rooms at the hotel are suites where you can enjoy French seafood cuisine and authentic Kaiseki cuisine. You can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful ria coastline from the rooftop garden.
- Premier Resort Yuga Ise Shima
- Enjoy a relaxing moment in the open-air bath with an ocean view. This hotel is located on the beach of Niihamajima Onsen, which has been selected as one of Japan's 100 Best Sunsets. Enjoy fresh seasonal dishes unique to Ise-Shima.
- ShimaMediterraneanVillage
- The suite boasts an area of 120 square meters and is a detached house type (cottage type) that feels like a villa. The grounds look like a Mediterranean townscape. It creates an extraordinary feeling throughout the space.
- TheSightseeingLimitedExpressShimakaze
- With the concept of ``Let's ride in a premium style,'' the Shimakaze sightseeing express, with its comfortable genuine leather seats and luxurious in-car menu, TheSightseeingLimitedExpressShimakaze make you feel like a celebrity while traveling.From Kintetsu Nagoya Station to the final stop. It takes about 2 hours to reach Kashishima. The station is very close to the sea, and you can see the ria coastline from the train window.
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Have fun! Mie is a treasure trove of theme parks!
There are various facilities that can be enjoyed by three generations of parents and children. Let's go back to our childhood and have fun!
[Nabananosato] Illumination said to be the best in Japan
[Nabananosato] Japan's largest flower garden is of overwhelming scale.
[Nagashima Spaland] Many large and small attractions are available
[Nagashima Spaland] Jumbo seawater pool opens in summer.
[SuzukaCircuit] Children are very happy at Motopia
[SuzukaCircuit] Watch the coveted big race!
[ShimaSpainVillage] A resort hotel with a southern European feel is adjacent to it
[TobaAquarium] The only place in Japan where you can see dugongs
[Futami Sea Paradise] Walrus performance was a great success
[Shima Marineland] Ama diving demonstrations are being held
- Nabananosato
- The colorful flower fields that bloom all over the vast grounds are truly a sight to behold. In addition, the Nabana Nabananosato Illumination, a major winter feature, is of world-class quality, and you are sure to have a moving time with the dynamic light production and harmony with the beauty of nature. It is also convenient that there is a direct bus from Nagoya Station.
- Nagashima Spaland
- One of the largest amusement parks in Japan, with over 50 types of attractions. In addition to the thrilling rides and flying coasters, there is also a kids town restaurant. The jumbo saltwater pool is also open in the summer. There is also an adjacent natural open-air bath that you can enjoy on a day trip. You can refresh your tired body after playing a lot! There is also a direct bus from Nagoya.
- SuzukaCircuit
- The adjacent "Motopia" has a wide variety of vehicles, so even children who love cars will be delighted! There are also days when you can watch big races at SuzukaCircuit and experience driving on an actual racing course. Adults can also have fun and play to their heart's content! SuzukaCircuit is a 20 minute bus ride from the nearest station. By car, it takes about 15 minutes from Suzuka IC.
- ShimaSpainVillage ShimaSpainVillage
- A facility with the motif of Spain, the country of sunshine and passion, where you can experience the entire Spanish culture. There are plenty of things to see and do, such as watching parades and shows and participating in hands-on attractions. The restaurant where you can enjoy authentic Spanish flavors is also very popular. Located at the entrance to the Shima area, it is a 13-minute direct bus ride from the nearest Ugata Station, and approximately 40 minutes by car from IseJingu area.
- TobaAquarium / ISEmeotoiwaINTERACTIVEAquariumISESeaParadise Sea Paradise/Shima Marine Land
- Mie Prefecture has three aquariums within the prefecture, all of which are concentrated on the Shima Peninsula. `` TobaAquarium'' where you can see the only dugong in Japan, ISEmeotoiwaINTERACTIVEAquariumISESeaParadise Sea Paradise'' where you can touch large marine mammals, and ``Shima Marine Land'' where you can see feeding demonstrations by Ama divers. Try choosing an aquarium.
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Ninja! Ninja! NINJA! To the base of Iga ninja
Have fun pretending to be a ninja! A trip to Iga where you can fully enjoy Japan.
[Ninja House] Surprised by the various tricks and tricks
[Ninja House] An impressive ninja show using real ninja tools
[Ninja Transformation Place] Change into costume and take rare memories photos
[Iga Ueno Castle] Panoramic view of Iga cityscape from the top floor of the castle
A haiku shrine built to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Basho's birth.
- NinjaMUSEUMofIgaryu (Ninja House)
- A must-visit spot where a kunoichi (female ninja) will guide you through the Karakuri mansion. He will explain things like donden gaeshi, trick doors, hiding things, etc. with demonstrations. The impressive ninja show using real ninja tools, as well as ninjutsu experiences such as throwing shuriken and twisting turns, are also popular.
- Danjiri Kaikan (Ninja transformation place)
- To make your trip to Iga even more exciting, we recommend changing into a ninja costume here and strolling around. If you walk around the ninja mansion and castle town dressed as a ninja, you'll be able to take lots of fun photos of your trip. No reservations are required and there are many sizes to choose from, but it's so popular that there may be lines on Saturdays and Sundays.
- Iga Ueno Castle
- IgaCity, famous as a ninja town, is actually a castle town with a deep history. Iga Ueno Castle, built by the master castle builder TakatoraTodo, stands in Ueno Park, located in the center of town. The beautiful white three-story large castle tower and the stone wall, which is one of the tallest in Japan, are must-sees.
- Haiseiden
- IgaCity is the birthplace of MatsuoBasho. Haiseiden, with its cute colon and round roof, has a unique design that resembles Basho's travels.The round roof is reminiscent of a hat hat, the octagonal eaves are reminiscent of a robe, and the pillars are reminiscent of canes.
It takes 1 hour and 20 minutes by train from Nagoya Station to Iga kambe Station, and 1 hour and 45 minutes by direct bus from Nagoya to Ueno City Station. There are also direct buses from Kyoto that make two round trips a day, so it's also recommended for those who enjoy exploring history.
Walking the Kumano Kodo Iseji, a world heritage site
A journey that follows the path of faith that connects IseJingu and Kumano Sanzan.
[Magose-togePass] Said to be the best stone pavement on the Kumano Kodo Iseji Route
[MaruyamaSenmaida] Said to be the best rice terrace scenery in Japan
[Kumano River] Travel along the Kumano River, a river pilgrimage route, with a three-sided sail
Kumano Kodo Iseji is a pilgrimage route of approximately 170 km that was followed by pilgrims who headed for the Kumano Sanzan after visiting Ise. The appeal is that each of the 17 courses offers a variety of scenery that can be enjoyed.
- Magose-togePass
- A popular course that lasts approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. If you extend your legs further from the top of the pass to Mt. Tengukura, you will arrive at a spectacular view point that overlooks the Kumanonada Sea. A beautiful view spreads out before your eyes that will wipe away your fatigue. There are rest areas and coffee shops on the way down, so you can take a break while making your way to the end of the course.
- Tori Pass and MaruyamaSenmaida
- This popular course also has many other attractions, including an observation deck overlooking MaruyamaSenmaida, which is said to be the best rice terrace in Japan, and large rocks that suddenly appear on the rice field road. This also takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
- Kumano River (Santanho)
- We also recommend a course where you can experience riding a riverboat called Sandanbo, which sails along the Kumano River while enjoying the river breeze. The Kumano River is the only World Heritage site in the world that is registered as a river pilgrimage route. Listening to the chirping of birds and the murmuring of the river, and experiencing nature with all five senses will be a precious time to enjoy something out of the ordinary.
KumanoCity Station, the hub of the Iseji Route, is approximately 2 hours and 50 minutes away from Nagoya Station by JR Limited Express without any transfers. From IseCity Station, the closest station to IseJingu Jingu, it takes about 2 hours on the Kintetsu and Wide View Nanki trains. With its mild climate, you can walk along Iseji in all seasons, but the cherry blossom season and fall foliage are recommended seasons to enjoy even more natural beauty. Be sure to combine it with the Ise Festival when planning your trip.
Take the ferry with your car to Ise-Shima
You can enjoy an extraordinary experience even on ferries, premium express trains, and while traveling.
[IseBayFerry] Irago Ferry Terminal
[IseBayFerry] Michi-no-eki is attached. Also sells cantaloupe.
[IseBayFerry] Easily arrive at Toba in a shorter time than by land
[IseBayFerry] Board with your car. No traffic jams near Nagoya!
[Kintetsu Limited Express Shimakaze] Premium train where you can enjoy high-quality relaxation
[Kintetsu Limited Express Shimakaze] Japanese-style private room where you can enjoy a sense of luxury
[Kintetsu Limited Express Shimakaze] Cafe car where you can relax while on the move
[Kintetsu Limited Express Shimakaze] Enjoy the scenery rich in natural beauty
If you are coming from Shizuoka/Kanto by car, we also recommend taking IseBayFerry. A 55-minute boat trip from Irago Port in Aichi Prefecture to Toba Port near Ise. You can relax on board the ship and arrive at Toba without worrying about traffic jams, making your subsequent sightseeing easy and comfortable. Depending on the ocean conditions, you may even see a pod of dolphins! Also, the area around Irago is one of the best melon producing areas in Japan. The rich cantaloupe flavor is unique to the Atsumi Peninsula, which has a warm climate. The season is from late April to early October. On your way home, why not stop by a local farm for melt-in-your-mouth ripe melons?
- IseBayFerry
- There are usually eight flights a day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Boarding time: approximately 55 minutes)
We have provided an easy-to-understand report on how to ride IseBayFerry and its charms! - If you're coming by Shinkansen, why not enjoy a premium ride on the Limited Express Shimakaze from Kintetsu Nagoya? After passing through Ise and Toba, the final stop was Kashishima, where the summit was held. The luxurious feel inside the train and the scenery you can see from the train window will increase your anticipation for the journey that is about to begin. Please enjoy this special space where you can feel something out of the ordinary.
- Limited Express Shimakaze
- Normally, there is one flight per day.
Kintetsu Nagoya → About 1 hour 15 minutes to IseCity
Kintetsu Nagoya → Toba approximately 1 hour 30 minutes
Kintetsu Nagoya → Kashiwajima approximately 2 hours - There are many other ways to access Mie from the metropolitan area. Mie Prefecture, which has tourist spots near major stations and convenient transportation access, also boasts the ability to visit tourist spots while using trains and buses. Using public transportation can be one of the fun parts of traveling.
