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【2024年12月17日開催】津に横綱がやってくる！５年ぶり開催の大相撲津場所を徹底解説！

津市に人気力士がやってくる！！ 2019年に開催され大好評を博した大相撲津場所が5年ぶりに日硝ハイウエーアリーナ（サオリーナ）に帰ってきます。 横綱、三役、幕内力士のほか、巡業一行約２００名が津市入りし、大相撲の魅力を披露してくれます。 本物の力士だけが持つ風格と迫力。コアな相撲ファンはもちろん、相撲ビギナーも楽しめること間違いなし！ 大相撲津場所で満喫しませんか？ ※記事内で使用...

The oyster season has arrived! Enjoy oyster dishes in Mie Prefecture 🍴 We will introduce everything from all-you-can-eat oysters to course meals on a houseboat.

Oysters are the most representative winter delicacy in Mie Prefecture. Mie Prefecture has many brand oysters, such as Uramura oysters in TobaCity, Matoya oysters in Isobe-cho, ShimaCity TobaCity. Oyster huts, where oysters are grilled or steamed, and restaurants offering oyster courses and simple oyster set meals are popular. All-you-can-eat oyster huts and Mie oyster dishes start around November, although it varies by restaurant. If you've come all the way to Mie Prefecture for sightseeing...

[Christmas event in progress] Introducing KameyamaCity 's popular entertainment facility "Kameyama Candle Town" 😊

KameyamaCity is famous for Kameyama Candles. Kameyama Co., Ltd., a long-established candle manufacturer, has its Kameyama Factory in KameyamaCity Mie Prefecture, as its name suggests. The comprehensive entertainment facility "Kameyama Candle Town" located on the premises is currently very popular. The store opened in March 2024, and the factory tour and experience facility had its grand opening on May 15th. The most popular attraction is the free-to-enjoy store attached to the facility...

Take a photo of your "special" Mie that only you know and submit it! You might win a voucher for accommodation in the prefecture!

Mie Prefecture has many tourist spots perfect for "travel" and "outings" such as food, nature, history, culture, spectacular views, and theme parks. Among the many spots, there are places, things, and events that "no one else knows, but only you know how good they are!" We are looking for photos of such "special things" that only you know! Great photos will be eligible for prizes such as accommodation vouchers for accommodations in the prefecture and admission tickets to tourist facilities...

Reopening in June 2024! Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ise Shima is a paradise inn in Shima where you can enjoy a large bath with a spectacular view and a luxurious buffet.

On June 24, 2024, Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ise Shima reopened in ShimaCity Mie Prefecture. As the name Premium suggests, this is a heavenly inn where you can spend a luxurious and extravagant time. In fact, it also has excellent access to the main tourist spots in Ise Shima! In this article, Mie Travel Ambassador Muu, who is traveling with her one-year-old, will tell you about the charms of the inn along with the flow of her stay. Sightseeing in Ise Shima with children...

A wonderful fantasy space! Why not relax in the "Soubun Bamboo Lanterns 2024"?🥰 A report article has been published.

Article created by / Mie Travel Ambassador Sanpei Model cooperation / Mie Travel Ambassador Caster Mami "Soubun no Bamboo Akari" is an annual autumn event held at the festival square of the Mie Prefectural Cultural Center in TsuCity, Mie Prefecture, where you can enjoy the fantastic bamboo lanterns. Why not spend a relaxing autumn evening surrounded by the soft light of the bamboo lanterns?

[The autumn foliage season is almost here!] We would like to introduce you to Mizusawa Momiji Valley in YokkaichiCity, one of the best places to see autumn foliage in Mie Prefecture!

Mizusawa Momiji Valley is known as a tourist spot for autumn leaves in YokkaichiCity. The colorful maples that decorate the valley delight the eyes of visitors. The best time to see autumn leaves will soon be in various parts of Mie Prefecture, but in this article we will introduce Mizusawa Momiji Valley in YokkaichiCity as a spot to see autumn leaves. *Please enjoy sightseeing while observing proper manners so as not to disturb the lives and agricultural work of local residents. *The photos shown were taken around the end of November 2023...

A hidden spot in Inabe?! We have published a report article on an autumn walk around Ugakei Gorge and visiting six waterfalls!

Did you know that there is a valley rich in nature called "Ugakei" in Inabe City, InabeCity? We have published a report article on an autumn walk around Ugakei, visiting the six beautiful waterfalls there!

[Until November 29, 2024!] Have you applied yet? Get a chance to win local specialties in the Mie Village Travel Photo Contest!

We are looking for photos of "meals" and "experiences" unique to farming, mountain and fishing villages under the theme of "Mie's farming, mountain and fishing villages"! Eat delicious food unique to the region, or have an outdoor experience. If you take a photo of such a scene and post it on Instagram, the winner will receive a gift set of products from the facilities featured in "Country Travel Recommendations 2023"! Applications are open until Friday, November 29th! Post your best photos and share the beauty nurtured by Mie's rich nature...

Spectacular views of Mie Prefecture in November👀We have selected some of the most beautiful November views of Mie Prefecture from among the works submitted to our photo contest📷

November is when the seasons change from autumn to winter. Mie Prefecture is dotted with spots where you can enjoy spectacular views that are unique to this time of year. We have selected some Mie Prefecture scenery in November from past entries to the "Mie Tourism Photo Contest," which invited travel photos taken in Mie Prefecture. Why not go out and enjoy the scenery unique to Mie Prefecture, such as beautiful spots with autumn leaves, fantastic illuminations, and autumn mountain scenery?

"Red sheep" appearing in the autumn mountains!? A report article on climbing Mt. Ryugatake in autumn has been published!

The golden yellow leaves are so beautiful! 5 spots in Mie Prefecture where you can enjoy the autumn leaves of ginkgo trees.

While maple trees turn a deep red in autumn, the beauty of ginkgo leaves shining yellow and gold cannot be overlooked. In mid-November, beautifully colored trees can be seen all over Mie Prefecture. The sight of large ginkgo trees covered in yellow leaves shining in the sunlight, combined with the surrounding scenery, creates a unique and spectacular autumn scene. In this topic, we will introduce places in Mie Prefecture where you can see the autumn leaves of ginkgo trees other than maples. Spots...

The autumn leaves season has arrived! We have published a special article on Suzuka Seven Mountain "Fujiwara-dake"!

Mt. Fujiwara is a popular climbing spot where you can enjoy beautiful scenery in every season. From the summit, which is 1,144 meters above sea level, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view, and on a clear day you can see the distant mountains and the beautiful Lake Biwa. There are courses that are friendly to a wide range of climbers, from beginners to experienced climbers, and it offers a great opportunity to refresh your mind and body in the rich nature. We have published an article introducing the Ogaido climbing route of Mt. Fujiwara and the highlights of Tenguiwa. Article...

[Updated as of November 7, 2024] Introducing famous autumn foliage spots in Mie Prefecture along with predicted best viewing times 🍁Where should you go to see the autumn leaves this year?

As we enter November, we look forward to hearing about the autumn leaves in various parts of Mie Prefecture. This year, the leaves seem to be changing color later than usual, but the leaves have already spread to the middle of the mountain on the high-altitude Mt.Gozaisho. If you're wondering where to go to see the autumn leaves this year, this is a must-read! In Mie Prefecture, there are famous spots where you can enjoy the scenery of the valley and the autumn leaves, the autumn leaves that beautifully paint the temple grounds, and the yellow leaves of the ginkgo trees towering over the schoolyard, where you can encounter spectacular views of autumn leaves with different charms.

[Ended] "Nabananosato" pair admission ticket giveaway campaign is now underway! 9 pairs (18 people) will receive a gift by lottery 🎁

Applications are now closed. The Mie Tourism Federation's official Instagram and LINE are running a giveaway campaign for a pair of tickets to "Nabananosato"! A total of 9 pairs (18 people) will be given tickets by lottery. The deadline for applications is 23:59 on Sunday, November 10, 2024! For more details, please see below. We look forward to receiving many applications!

[November-only Goshuin] November-only Goshuin available at temples and shrines in Mie Prefecture 🍁 Goshuin featuring designs of deepening autumn, such as maple and ginkgo leaves, roasted sweet potatoes, and acorns, are now available!

As we enter November, autumn finally begins to deepen, and news of autumn leaves begins to be heard all over the country. The perfect season has arrived to visit temples and shrines colored with autumn leaves! Temples and shrines in Mie Prefecture that offer monthly goshuin stamps have begun distributing "November-only goshuin stamps" that will give you a sense of autumn as it deepens. It's nice to receive a goshuin stamp as proof of your visit, and look back on your memories while looking at it. The red-colored maples, the yellow-shining ginkgo leaves, the burnt...

All-you-can-eat mandarin oranges! Souvenirs included at "TsuCity Tourist Mandarin Orange Picking Garden" and "Gokatsura Pond Hometown Village Mandarin Orange Picking" Mandarin orange picking in the center of Mie, conveniently located

When it comes to mandarin orange picking spots in Mie Prefecture, the warm Nansei area is famous, but this time I, Caster Mami, a mandarin orange lover and Mie Travel Ambassador, will introduce you to mandarin orange picking spots in TsuCity and TakiTown, located in the center of Mie, which is easily accessible just one hour from Nagoya and one and a half hours from Osaka!

[Deadline: November 30, 2024] Would you like to make your dreams come true in Mie? We are looking for ideas for things you want to do in Mie! The Mie Tourism Federation will seriously make your dreams come true!

Mie Prefecture has a variety of tourist spots that are perfect for "travel" and "outings", such as food, nature, history, culture, spectacular views, and theme parks. We are looking for things you would like to try at such tourist spots! Up to three ideas will be selected from the submitted ideas, and the Tourism Federation will create an experience/travel plan based on those ideas and give it as a gift. Applications are open until Saturday, November 30th! We are looking forward to receiving your dream ideas for things you would like to try!

Tour Mie's rice terraces and Michi-no-eki and win luxurious prizes such as Matsusaka beef! Rice terrace stamp rally now in progress!!

Did you know that Mie Prefecture has attractive rice terrace areas, such as the "Connecting Rice Terrace Heritage" and "Designated Rice Terrace Areas"? As part of the efforts to preserve and promote these rice terrace areas, a rice terrace drive stamp rally event, "Selected Beautiful Rice Terraces of Mie" is being held! If you collect stamps by visiting the designated rice terraces, you can win luxurious prizes such as Matsusaka beef and Iga beef ♪ Collect stamps while driving with your family and friends!

A summary of events in Mie Prefecture you can enjoy on Culture Day on Sunday, November 3rd (National Holiday) 👀 We'll introduce everything from historic festivals to university relay races 🏃🏽♂️

Culture Day is on Sunday, November 3, 2024 (a national holiday). Mie Prefecture will be hosting festivals and other events that both adults and children can enjoy. It's the perfect day to spend a holiday with the family, with historic festivals where you can enjoy the spectacular warrior procession, savor the gourmet food from the food stalls, shop at the local product market, and have fun at the event stage! Please use this as a reference for your outings on Culture Day, Sunday, November 3♪ *The content may change depending on the weather, etc.

[Tsu City, TsuCity] Take a walk with your dog 🐶 "Tokotomenosato-Ichishi" - when is the best time to see the cosmos fields that can be viewed for free?

Tokotomenosato-Ichishi in TsuCity, Mie Prefecture, is a photo spot where you can enjoy sunflowers in the summer and cosmos in the fall. During the best time to see the flowers, the familiar pink door that looks like it can lead anywhere also appears, and families with children and pet dogs enjoy taking wonderful photos. In this article, we will introduce the best time to see the cosmos at Tokotomenosato-Ichishi in 2024, as well as parking, access, and an overview of the facilities.

The perfect place to stay when sightseeing in Ise-Shima! "Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ise-Shima" has reopened after renovation!

Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ise-Shima, a modern Japanese hot spring inn boasting a spectacular open-air bath overlooking Ago Bay and a seafood buffet, reopened in June 2024! We will tell you about the charms of Oedo Onsen Monogatari Premium Ise-Shima, including a premium lounge where you can relax and enjoy a luxurious stay, a rich dinner buffet with a variety of Japanese, Western and Chinese dishes centered around Ise-Shima seafood gourmet, a spectacular open-air bath overlooking Ago Bay, and comprehensive services!

"Aimitagai" starring Haru Kuroki | Released on Friday, November 1st Highlights of the movie and a guide to the filming locations in Kuwana, Yokkaichi, and Tsu

After 10 years of work, SuzukaCity-based author Nakajo Tei's novel "Aimitagai" (Gentosha Bunko), winner of the 2014 Saito Ryokuu Culture Prize for Full-Length Novels, has finally been made into a film. The heartwarming story unfolds in the areas along the Kintetsu railway line, including Kuwana, Yokkaichi, and Tsu in Mie Prefecture. Starring Kuroki Haru, who also appeared in last year's drama "Gekokujo Kyuji", the film is directed by Kusano Shogo. She also stars in supporting roles with other talented actors, including Nakamura Ao, Fujima Sawako, Kusabue Mitsuko, and Kazebuki Jun. In this film, the lives of several people intersect...

[October 30, 2024] The cosmos fields at ShimaCity Tourist Farm are in full bloom 🌸 The kochia leaves have also started to turn red ♪

The cosmos fields at ShimaCity Tourist Farm in ShimaCity, Mie Prefecture, are in full bloom as the cosmos flowers spread across the ground. The tips of the kochia flowers, which can be enjoyed at the same time, are also starting to turn red, and the season of beautiful autumn scenery has arrived. At ShimaCity Tourist Farm, the cosmos flowers in light and dark pink and white bloom on the gentle slopes and gently sway in the breeze are romantic, and you can take photos that will look great on social media at the photo spots set up in various places. This topic...