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Classic Car Cafe 2024 "Adult Car Trip" to be held in Mie! Touring the Chubu region!

A classic car event will be held in the central area of Mie Prefecture on November 3, 2024! It's called... Classic Car Cafe Charity Rally Event "Adult Car Trip" in Mie 2024 Autumn Tournament We participated as a guest in the same event held in April, so we will bring you details about the autumn tournament, mainly focusing on photos from that time! If you are a car enthusiast or have an interest in classic cars, be sure to check it out!

[October 25, 2024] The cosmos in ToinTown are now in full bloom! The Toin Cosmos Festa will be held this weekend amid the autumn-colored cosmos!

The cosmos fields, a seasonal feature of Toin ToinTown, are in full bloom in autumn. The beautifully blooming cosmos, like a painting, delight viewers as they sway in the gentle autumn breeze. The cosmos fields, with the unique Suzuka Mountains and the yellow Sangi Railway trains in the background, are also worth a visit. On Sunday, October 27th, the Toin Cosmos Festa will be held, allowing you to enjoy the autumn atmosphere to your heart's content.

[2024 Oyster Hut Reservations Now Open!] Reservations are now open for all-you-can-eat oysters! Oyster hut season is coming up in Tobaura Village, Mie Prefecture!

At the "Oyster Huts" in Mie Prefecture, you can enjoy grilled or steamed oysters. As oyster huts in the Uramura area of TobaCity open one after another from around November, some restaurants start taking reservations from October. If you want to enjoy Mie's winter gourmet cuisine, such as grilling fresh oysters in their shells or enjoying them with dishes such as oyster rice and fried oysters, an oyster hut is a must. What are Uramura oysters, grown in the rich nature of Mie Prefecture?

Easy access along National Route 306! "Otonomori Campground" opened in Yokkaichi where you can also enjoy camping with your dog

Otonomori Campsite, located along National Route 306 YokkaichiCity, Mie Prefecture, is a campsite recommended for solo campers, families, and those with dogs, with a forest area, a pond area, an area with a dog run, and trailer houses. We have published an article that provides a thorough report on Otonomori Campsite!

[Mie Prefecture] This spectacular view costs ○○ yen!? You can bring your pets🐶 "ShimaCity Tourist Farm" Cosmos & Kochia opening information🌸

ShimaCity Tourist Farm in ShimaCity, Mie Prefecture is a photo spot where you can enjoy flowers of all seasons. In the summer you can enjoy sunflowers, and in the spring you can enjoy nemophila and moss pinks. In the fall, the farm is filled with cosmos and autumn-colored kochia. This time, we will report on the cosmos and kochia at ShimaCity Tourist Farm. We will also introduce the admission fee, opening period, and access.

[Breaking News] Opening today, Wednesday, October 23, 2024! You can enjoy the cosmos fields and kochia at ShimaCity Tourist Farm again this year 👀

Cosmos are pretty flowers that sway in the fresh autumn breeze. The cosmos fields at ShimaCity Tourist Farm opened on Wednesday, October 23rd. The sight of the light and dark pink and white cosmos flowers blooming on the gentle slope is a truly spectacular autumn scene! There are also photo spots that are perfect for social media, so you can enjoy the spectacular autumn scenery. Kochia is also planted at ShimaCity Tourist Farm, and from now on, the kochia will gradually turn red, creating a collaboration between the blooming cosmos...

The theme of Nabananosato 's illuminations for 2024 is "Famous Mount Fuji ⛰." Nabananosato 2024-2025 illuminations will be a series of spectacular displays!

Nabananosato Illumination has been held since 2004, and this year marks its 21st anniversary. The theme for 2024 to 2025 is "Famous Mount Fuji." Mount Fuji is a symbol of Japan that fascinates people from all over the world, and the event will feature dynamic, fantastical light and sound to create a dynamic and beautiful "Famous Mount Fuji." At a media preview held on the 18th, the media was able to enjoy the newly reborn illuminations and learn about the highlights, admission fees (tickets), and more...

The 2024 autumn leaves have begun to change color in Mie Prefecture 🍁 The area around the summit of Mt.Gozaisho is starting to turn a faint color!

The leaves are starting to change color near the summit of Mt.Gozaisho, a famous mountain that KomonoTown in Mie Prefecture is proud of, and the season to enjoy the spectacular autumn scenery has finally arrived. Mt.Gozaisho, which is 1,212 meters above sea level, can be reached by ropeway to the top of the mountain, making it a popular tourist spot where you can look down on the spectacular mountain from the air. The autumn leaves on Mt.Gozaisho start to change color near the top of the mountain, and slowly move to the middle and foot of the mountain. Therefore, every time you visit, you will experience a different view...

[MatsusakaCity Mie Prefecture] Walking with pets is OK! Enjoy for free! Cosmos and sunflower fields in Hoshiai Town

In Hoshiai Town MatsusakaCity, cosmos and sunflowers are grown together in fallow fields. If you're lucky, you can enjoy sunflowers and cosmos at the same time! Colorful yellow cosmos and pink cosmos are grown here, making it a great spot for taking cute photos. In this article, we'll introduce the best time to see the cosmos and sunflower fields in Hoshiai Town, their attractions, access, and parking information. *The photos in this article were taken in 2024 and 2022...

[The best viewing time has come in 2024🌸] A cosmos field spreads out to the south of JR Seki Station KameyamaCity cosmos flowers swaying in the breeze are now at their best.

The cosmos fields spreading south of JR Seki Station in KameyamaCity are in full bloom. Pink and white cosmos (autumn cherry blossoms) swaying in the breeze under the blue sky are popular flowers that brighten up the autumn landscape with their pretty and delicate appearance. Why not spend a refreshing autumn day walking through the cosmos fields, admiring the flowers and taking photos? In this topic, we will introduce in detail the location and access to the cosmos fields spreading south of JR Seki Station in KameyamaCity. *The...

What is the Ueno Tenjin Festival, the autumn festival at Ueno Tenjingu Shrine? We have published a detailed article on the Ueno Tenjin Festival in IgaCity, Mie Prefecture, which will be held on October 18, 19, and 20, 2024.

The autumn festival "Ueno Tenjin Festival" held in IgaCity, Mie Prefecture will be held from Friday, October 18th to Sunday, October 20th, 2024. Registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, the "Ueno Tenjin Festival" has a tradition of over 400 years and is a festival rich in local color with a portable shrine procession, a demon procession, and a danjiri procession. We have published an article that introduces in detail the highlights, history, and parade route of the Ueno Tenjin Festival, which colors the autumn of Iga IgaCity Prefecture. Please come and visit the historic autumn festival "Ueno Tenjin Festival".

The Asagi Butterfly that Arrives in Autumn🦋We will introduce the habitat of the Asagi Butterfly, a migratory butterfly that has begun to arrive in Misugi Town TsuCity, Mie Prefecture.

The Monarch Butterfly is the only butterfly in Japan that travels across the sea. It is not a migratory bird but a migratory butterfly, and arrives at this time of year when the Japanese Euonymus japonicus, one of the seven autumn herbs, blooms. In Misugi-cho TsuCity City, Mie Prefecture, the butterflies usually arrive between mid-October and early November, and this year they have begun to arrive in the Japanese Euonymus japonicus fields in the Misugi area. In this article, we will introduce places where you can view the Monarch Butterfly. *Some photos were taken before 2023.

Tsu Festival will be held on October 11th, 12th, and 13th, 2024! What are the highlights of the festival? We have published an explanatory article on the history, schedule, and food stall information of Tsu Festival!

The Tsu Festival in TsuCity will be held on Friday, October 11th, Saturday, October 12th, and Sunday, October 13th, 2024. The Tsu Festival has a history of over 380 years and is the largest festival in Mie Prefecture, featuring local performing arts from TsuCity such as "Tojin Odori" and "Shagouma," as well as the passionate Anotsu Yosakoi dance. We have published an article detailing the highlights, history, and schedule of the 2024 Tsu Festival. Please come and join us for the Tsu Festival, an autumn festival in TsuCity, Mie Prefecture...

~ Kamenoi Hotel Toba TobaCity Mie Prefecture ♪ A two-day, one-night trip to soothe yourself with fresh seafood and natural hot springs ~

TobaCity, Mie Prefecture, is the hometown of female divers and pearls. It is a city with beautiful seas, abundant seafood, unique nature and culture, and a history and culture of female divers that is still passed down today. This time, we visited the city to enjoy delicious seafood and a relaxing time, as well as to soothe our daily fatigue in the natural hot springs. The hotel we chose was Kamenoi Hotel Toba. We will introduce this hotel, which is close to Kintetsu Toba Station and easily accessible from Nagoya and the Kansai area.

[Held on Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 13th, 2024] Ise Festival will be held! The largest festival in the Ise-Shima region is packed with parades, events, stalls, and more!

The Ise Matsuri, the largest autumn festival in the Ise-Shima region, will be held again this year in grand style! This year's Ise Matsuri will be held over two days with a total of about 210 groups, more than last year, and will feature parades, events, and stalls. Among them, the Ise Shrine Hatsuho Dedication Mikoshi, Miyago Nebuta Mikoshi, Misono Tezutsu Fireworks, and Ise Ondo Parade are must-sees! There will also be plenty of fun things to do to get into the festival mood, such as food stalls and food trucks. In this topic, we will introduce the things to see and do...

[October-only Goshuin] October-only Goshuin available at temples and shrines in Mie Prefecture 🍇 Includes Goshuin designs of fruitful autumn fruit such as persimmons, grapes, and sanma!

As October arrives, the weather is finally changing to fresh, autumnal weather. The perfect season for enjoying autumn flavors and going on outings is finally in full swing. Temples and shrines in Mie Prefecture that offer monthly goshuin stamps have started distributing "October-only goshuin stamps" that will give you a real autumn feel. Many people visit the temples in search of goshuin stamps that can be received as proof of their visit. Fruits such as persimmons and grapes that evoke the flavors of autumn, as well as osmanthus, cosmos, and keiskei...

Must-see for Nintama Rantaro fans! A super luxurious collaboration event will be held in the Mimura area of Mie Prefecture until October 20, 2024

As you all know, an event in collaboration with the popular anime "Nintama Rantaro" is being held in the "Mimura area" of Mie Prefecture, which consists of the five towns of TakiTown, OdaiTown, MeiwaTown, WataraiTown, and KihokuTown. With the theme of autumn as the season for appetite, the event is sure to satisfy any Nintama fan with stamp rallies, still photo displays, collaboration menus, original goods, and more. Mie Travel Ambassador Caster Mami will tell you all about the event "Nintama Rantaro: Autumn Appetite in Mimura"!

Discover the Matsusaka you've never seen before! We've published a report introducing the "Wealthy Merchant Town of Matsusaka"!

What comes to mind when you think of Matsusaka? Matsusaka beef? MatsusakaCotton? GojobanYashiki? In fact, Matsusaka is a commercial town that has produced many wealthy merchants, including the Mitsui family, famous for Mitsukoshi. We have published a report introducing a "model course to experience the 'town of wealthy merchants'" that you should definitely take if you are visiting Matsusaka! This topic is summarized concisely, so please read the report article for more details!

October 3rd is "Mountain Climbing Day" Enjoy mountain climbing in Mie Prefecture! We will introduce recommended mountain climbing spots where you can enjoy spectacular views!

Mie Prefecture is dotted with mountains where you can enjoy day hiking. There are many recommended mountains around 1,000 meters that you can easily climb, with ocean views, stopover spots along the way, and rural areas where hiking is fun. The weather gradually becomes more comfortable from around October, and hiking season is just around the corner! Why not prepare well and go hiking in the mountains of Mie Prefecture? In this topic, we will introduce hiking spots in Mie Prefecture...

[Updated as of September 25, 2024] Introducing famous cosmos spots in Mie Prefecture along with predicted best viewing times!

Cosmos is a flower that represents autumn. The gentle cosmos flowers that sway gently in the breeze make us feel the arrival of autumn with their soft shades of pink and white. In Mie Prefecture, the best time to see cosmos is from mid-October to mid-November. In this topic, we will introduce some of the best spots to see cosmos in Mie Prefecture! The flowering period varies depending on the spot, so please refer to Mie's flower calendar before you go out...

[Breaking news! Opening on Saturday, September 21st] Kochia at ShimaCity Tourist Farm 🌳 Enjoy the cute, round green kochia 🌳

The kochia fields at ShimaCity Tourist Farm, famous for the colorful flowers you can enjoy, such as nemophila in spring, sunflowers in summer, and cosmos in autumn, will open on Saturday, September 21st! This year, you can enjoy the adorable round kochia. The distinctive feature of ShimaCity Tourist Farm is the fields that spread out on a gentle slope. Because of the slope, you can see all the way to the back and enjoy the kochia lined up below you. From late September to October, the green kochia...

The results page for the 68th Mie Tourism Photo Contest has been published!

The results of the 68th Mie Tourism Photo Contest have been announced! We received a total of 265 submissions this time, all of which were wonderful works that conveyed the charm of Mie! In addition to the Grand Prix, Runner-up, and Special Award winning works, we have published a page that compiles the works that unfortunately did not win. We will introduce them together with comments from the photographers! In this topic, we will show you some of the works introduced in the article 📷

Take some special shots in Mie Prefecture 📷 We'll introduce you to all the photo contests and photo rallies being held in Mie Prefecture 👀

Why not submit a photo you took during your trip to Mie Prefecture, such as a tourist spot, attractive landscape, delicious local gourmet food, or an event, to a photo contest? Here is a list of photo contests and photo rallies currently being held in Mie Prefecture. Please submit your best photos taken in Mie Prefecture, such as a shot you took casually or a shot you took at the exact moment 📷

[Held on September 21, 2024] Suzuka Sky Festa 2024🎈 The hot air balloons soaring into the Suzuka sky are a spectacular sight👀Food trucks will also be setting up stalls🍽️

A large number of hot air balloons will be flying freely in the sky of Suzuka SuzukaCity, Mie Prefecture! The Suzuka Sky Festa 2024, which aims to deepen understanding of the hot air balloon business, will be held on Saturday, September 21st. You can see the impressive hot air balloons up close and watch the free flight of hot air balloons rising into the sky. The impressive balloons of various designs rising into the sky are a spectacular sight. In this topic, we will introduce the Suzuka Sky Festa 2024, where you can enjoy hot air balloon flights.