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The inside of a small and cute train becomes a fantasy space at night! Let’s go ride the Yokkaichi Asunarou Railway Illumination Train ☺

The annual "Illumination Train" is running again this year on the Yokkaichi Asunarou Railway. The event will take place on designated trains in operation after 5pm from Friday, November 3, 2023 to Wednesday, February 14, 2024. The interior of this small and cute train, which is rare nationwide, is a fantastical space. You can ride the train with a regular ticket, but the 1-day free ticket, which allows you to get on and off as many times as you like, is also a good deal. Details of the event are below...

[Soon to be the best time to see them 🍁] The autumn leaves in Mizusawa Momiji Valley are starting to change color!

Mizusawa Momiji Valley in YokkaichiCity is the last stronghold of autumn foliage in Mie Prefecture. The colors in the valley are finally starting to change. The gradations of various colors are now very beautiful. It's December and it's getting cold, but whether you haven't seen any autumn leaves this year or you've seen a lot, why not end your 2023 maple leaf viewing trip at Mizusawa Momiji Valley? In this topic, we will introduce the latest information on Mizusawa Momiji Valley and tourist spots in the area...

[Latest on December 4, 2023] Autumn leaves at Enkoji Temple are in full bloom 🍁 [TsuCity]

The autumn leaves at Enkoji Temple, a charming mountain temple in kawage, TsuCity, are at their peak. The autumn leaves towering over the Sanmon Gate are bright red and very beautiful. Now is the best time to see them, so get there early! In this article, we will explain the highlights of Enkoji Temple's autumn leaves, access, etc.

[Latest as of December 4, 2023] 🍁 Autumn leaves at SENJUJIHeadTempleoftheShinshuTakadaSchool are in full bloom!

The autumn leaves at SENJUJIHeadTempleoftheShinshuTakadaSchool in TsuCity are at their peak. The maple trees and ginkgo trees around the Sanmon Gate are changing colors, creating a spectacular scene with the national treasure building, which is the only one of its kind in the prefecture. Now is the best time to see them, so get there early! In this article, we will explain the highlights of the fall foliage at SENJUJIHeadTempleoftheShinshuTakadaSchool and how to access it.

[Autumn leaves RedHilForestofHisa TsuCity] and the charm of the park in December ♪

RedHilForestofHisa in TsuCity has seen autumn leaves deepen in various parts of the park since early November. Not only the maple leaves, but also various other trees change color, so you can enjoy the colors and shapes of the leaves♪ In this topic, Mie Travel Ambassador Chii, who is a fan RedHilForestofHisa, will introduce photos taken over the past few years and 2023. We will tell you about the autumn leaves and the charm of the forest, along with photos taken during our interview on December 1, 2019.

[Latest as of December 1, 2023] The best time to see autumn leaves in TamakiTown! How about viewing autumn leaves at Kotai-ji Temple and Tamaru Castle Ruins, a place with a historical feel?

The autumn leaves in Tamaki Town, Watarai District TamakiTown are at their peak. At Kotaiji Temple, a Soto sect temple that was founded over 500 years ago, and at the Tamaru Castle Ruins, which was selected as one of Japan's top 100 castles, the maples and ginkgo trees are turning beautiful colors, pleasing the eyes of pilgrims and tourists alike. . We will introduce the charms of these two spots!

Approximately 600 years old! The spectacular [Ginkgo biloba at KameyamaCity] is in full bloom♪

The ginkgo trees at Soeiji Temple, located about a 10-minute walk from JR Kameyama Station, are in full bloom! In this topic, Mie Travel Ambassador Chii will introduce the charm of the large ginkgo along with the photos she has taken so far and the photos taken on November 29, 2023 ♪

A variety of “Ise GreenTea” from Mie prefecture are gathered at TakiTown VISON! “Ise GreenTea Festival in VISON” is being held until December 3rd

“Ise GreenTea Festival in VISON” will be held from November 29th (Wednesday) to December 3rd (Sunday), 2023 at VISON, a commercial complex located in Taki-cho, Taki-gun, Mie TakiTown. (Sponsor: Vison Taki Co., Ltd., Sponsored by: Mie Prefecture, Mie Prefecture Parliamentary Association for the Promotion of Tea Industry and Tea Culture, Mie Prefecture Chamber of Tea Industry) During the event, tea producers in Mie Prefecture will gather together to make deep-steamed tea. In addition to selling various types of "Ise GreenTea" such as , kabusetea, and Japanese black tea,...

[November 29, 2023] 🍁The "Fuu Tree" in ForestParkofMiePrefecture will soon be in full bloom! [KomonoTown]

ForestParkofMiePrefecture located in Komono-cho, Mie-KomonoTown, Mie Prefecture, is a park where you can enjoy nature in all four seasons at the foot of the Suzuka Mountains. The ``Fuu tree'' standing dignified in ForestParkofMiePrefecture is turning red and is about to reach its peak viewing time! The autumn leaves in the park are also changing color, and it's full of autumn colors! In this topic, we will introduce not only the highlights of ForestParkofMiePrefecture, but also access to ForestParkofMiePrefecture and parking information.

[🍁Latest on November 28, 2023🟡] The golden ginkgo trees and autumn leaves at Shakuda Shrine are in full bloom! [NabariCity]

The large ginkgo biloba and autumn foliage approach to Sekita Shrine in NabariCity is usually at its peak from late November to early December, creating a wonderful landscape. Its beauty has gradually spread through word of mouth, and in recent years it has become a popular spot for couples and families with children! In this article, we will explain the latest information on the best time to see the shrine, as well as information on access and parking.

[Latest November 2023] The best time to see the autumn leaves of the Metasequoia and cherry blossom trees at Ishigakiike Park

At Ishigakiike Park in Suzuka SuzukaCity, the autumn leaves of the Metasequoia and cherry blossom trees are at their peak! In this topic, we will explain the latest information on the Metasequoia and cherry blossom trees at Ishigakiike Park, as well as information on access, parking, etc.

[🟡 Good access from Mt.Gozaisho] Ginkgo trees near KomonoTown Hall are in full bloom [Latest as of November 28, 2023]

Komono Town in Mie Prefecture is KomonoTown to many popular sightseeing spots, including the Mt.Gozaisho GozaishoRopeway, which overlooks Mie Prefecture's most famous autumn foliage spot, Mt. Gozaisho, and Yunoyama Onsen, known as the ``Beauty Bath.'' Close to these spots, there are rows of ginkgo trees along the Mitaki River near KomonoTown Hall, which are currently at their peak. The golden ginkgo trees are so beautiful!

[Autumn leaves are in full bloom!🍁] I went to the famous maple leaf spot ``Shohoji Temple in InabeCity'' to go maple picking!

The autumn leaves are at their peak at Narutani-san Shobou-ji Temple in InabeCity, in the northern part of Mie Prefecture. In this topic, we will provide detailed information about the autumn leaves of Shohoji Temple and information on parking lots, etc. Why not lose track of time and immerse yourself in the scenery of maple leaves at this famous temple that represents the Hokusei region? *The autumn leaves photos in this article were taken on November 25, 2023. Interview/article production: Mie Travel Ambassador Mariko

[🍁Latest November 28, 2023] Autumn leaves at KomonoTown Odaka-kannonTemple in Komono Town, Mie Prefecture are in full bloom

KomonoTown Odaka-kannonTemple Komono-cho, where 300-year-old cypress trees stand tall on both sides of the approach, enveloping visitors in a resolute serenity. At the back of the long approach to the shrine is the Rokkaku-do Hall, whose architectural beauty blends with the nature of the grove to create a unique world. The Odaka-kannonTemple are at their best. We will introduce you to the current viewing conditions, access and parking information.

A collaboration between VISON restaurants and local ingredients 🥔 “TakiTown Fair in VISON” has started!

VSION is a commercial complex located in Taki-cho, TakiTown Mie Prefecture. `` TakiTown Fair in VISON'' is currently being held as one of our efforts in collaboration with the local community. TakiTown has been prosperous in agriculture since ancient times, producing many specialty products such as Ise GreenTea, Ise potatoes, Maekawa Jiro persimmons, and Matsusaka beef. During the fair period, VISON 's restaurant will offer a limited menu that takes advantage of TakiTown 's special products. In this article, "TakiTown Fair in...

Autumn leaves at Maruyama Park Dodan Azalea Tunnel in OdaiTown Mie Prefecture are in full bloom! Welcome to Totoro's Forest

Currently, the Dodan Azalea Tunnel, a much-talked-about autumn foliage spot in OdaiTown, is at its peak, and many people are visiting. In this topic, Mie Travel Ambassador Caster Mami, who has enjoyed taking photos at this scenic spot with a local photographer in 2023 and is knowledgeable about Okuise information, will thoroughly explain the autumn leaves of the Doudan Azalea Tunnel in Maruyama Park with the latest photos. I will introduce you to!

Enjoy VISON to the fullest with your kids! We will explain model courses that children can enjoy and points you should know.

VISON is one of the largest commercial facilities in Japan, located in Taki-cho, Taki-TakiTown Mie Prefecture. The grounds are so large that you might be confused about where to go and what to do! If you are going out as a family with children, are there any places where they can have fun? Where are the restaurants for families with children? Should I have a stroller? I think a lot of questions will come up. Solve those questions! Mie Travel Ambassador ``RISA'', who has visited VISON many times with her children, tells us from a mother's perspective...

[2023] A once-a-year festival filled with the charm of Matsusaka beef will be held! An explanatory article about the Matsusaka Beef Festival has been published.

Matsusaka Beef Festival 2023 (72nd Matsusaka Beef Beef Exhibition), the biggest event for Matsusaka Beef, will be held on Sunday, November 26, 2023! We have published an explanatory article summarizing the schedule, highlights, parking lots, shuttle buses, etc. of the Matsusaka Beef Festival, including the Matsusaka Beef Beef Exhibition, Yakiniku Corner, and Matsusaka Beef Production Area Specialty Alley. Please come and join us for this once-a-year festival filled with the charms of Matsusaka beef!

A little-known spot where you can easily enjoy autumn leaves! How about an autumn stroll at MiyaRiverWataraiPark?

At Miya MiyaRiverWataraiPark in Watarai WataraiTown, Mie Prefecture, the best time to see the autumn leaves of ginkgo and maple trees is from mid-November to early December. In this topic, we will explain the autumn leaves at MiyaRiverWataraiPark. *Photos in the topics were taken in the past (2022, 2021).

[The best time to see them is from early to mid-December] Let's go to Mizusawa Momiji Valley YokkaichiCity, one of Mie Prefecture's most famous spots for autumn leaves! 🍁

Mizusawa Momiji Valley is located in the Mizusawa district YokkaichiCity Prefecture, and is one of the prefecture's most famous spots for autumn leaves. It is a historic kachiji that is included in the poem Hyakunin Isshu, and is crowded with tourists during the autumn leaves season. In this article, we will explain how to get around Momiji Valley, parking, and how to access it! *The autumn leaves photos in this article were taken on December 9, 2019 and December 11, 2021. Interview/article production Mie Travel Ambassador M...

[Best time to see from mid-November to late November! ! ] Introducing the autumn leaves spots in Ueno Park, IgaCity! !

Ueno Park in IgaCity is known as a tourist attraction in IgaCity. The park is home to historical sites such as Iga Ueno Castle and the Haiku Hall, and in the fall, it is a sight to behold for tourists as the leaves turn red. Although it depends on the location due to differences in sunlight, we will introduce spots in Ueno Park where the best time to see the fall foliage is from mid-November to late November. *The photos posted are a mix of photos taken on November 11, 2023 and photos taken before 2022.

[Soon to be the best time to see] Maples reflected on the water surface and autumn leaves at Nikumo Bridge, the Eight Views of the Kumode kumozu on the Meimatsu Line

kumozu Bridge in Hakusan-cho, Tsu TsuCity one of the eight kachiji along the Kumoide River. The Meimatsu Line runs alongside the bridge, and the autumn leaves are also beautiful. In this topic, we will explain about Nikumo Bridge, recommended spots for viewing autumn leaves, and how to take great photos. *The best time to see the autumn leaves around Nikumo Bridge is usually from mid-November to late November. ●Location: Minamiiejo, Hakusan-cho TsuCity Mie Prefecture, 515-3133 ●Access: Approximately 10 minutes walk from Iejo Station on the JR Meimatsu Line

Coming soon! The commentary article for "2023 Tokai/Hokuriku B-1 Grand Prix in Yokkaichi" has been updated.

The Tokai-Hokuriku B-1 Grand Prix in Yokkaichi will finally be held this week on Saturday, November 18th and Sunday, November 19th! A total of 20 organizations will be exhibiting local gourmet foods from the Tokai and Hokuriku areas as well as items that have won grand prizes in the past! In addition to local gourmet food, there is plenty to see, including various local PR activities of exhibiting organizations and related events!・What kind of organizations will be exhibiting?・What can I eat?・What other events are there?・Access to the venue/Parking...

A large ginkgo tree that is taller than the school building The large ginkgo tree at the former Hobara Elementary School will also be lit up!

In the schoolyard of the former Hohara Elementary School in MinamiiseTown, there is a huge ginkgo tree that is over 300 years old. In this topic, we will introduce access information, highlights of the Great Ginkgo Tree, illumination information, etc. *The best time to see ginkgo trees is usually from late November to early December. *Photos used in the topics were taken in 2021 and 2022.