In Iga Castle Town, it is ALL about the Ninja

Ninja were a covert agent mysterious class of martial artists, spys and secret messengers in feudal and samurai era Japan, they prided themselves on being invisible and hiding in plain site, but in the castle town of Iga, in Mie prefecture you can...

Walking Tour of Osatsucho: Home of the Ama Divers

Toba is undoubtedly the resort town of Mie Prefecture. There’s Amazing views, mouthwatering seafood, and a tropical mood in the air. You can enjoy everything from luxury hotels to marine sports and a family-friendly aquarium. Toba is also ...

ABOUT NINJAS, NINJYUTSU, WEAPONS, LIFESTYLE｜INTRODUCING EVENTS TO EXPERIENCE NINJA IN MIE PREFECTURE!

What exactly were the ninjas like? We will introduce how ninjas originated, their roles, and the kinds of ninja there were. We will also present the relevant ninja events held in Mie Prefecture. Let’s try to learn more about the ninjas.

Suzuka Circuit: The Need for Speed

Since time immemorial Ise Jingu Shrine in Mie Prefecture has drawn countless devotees from all over Japan. However, in 1962, a new “sacred site” for motorsports fans sparked a different kind of pilgrimage, as a great number of people crossed the g...

The Matsusaka experience: World-class beef, traditional kimono, and historical city walks

Matsusaka, not just a city known for its world-famous beef. There is also a rich historical tradition and ancient architectural structures to explore and experience.

One of Japan’s Most Eye-catching Festival Floats: Yokkaichi City’s Onyudo Float

Japanese people love to gather in groups for enjoyment. Across Japan, you’ll find thousands of festivals of every theme imaginable, from peaceful flower events to dazzling fireworks displays. Many traditional festivals use decorative floats, with ...

The Kimono’s Secret: Ise Katagami

Ise katagami plays an indelible part in the story of kimono. Regarded as “the soul of Japanese aesthetics,” the ancient art of these stencils for dyeing fabric influenced design within Japan and beyond. Once ardently sought by the rich and powerfu...

Four Famous Mie Flower Spots for Early Summer: Japanese Irises and Hydrangeas

Though cherry blossoms get most of the attention, Mie Prefecture boasts beautiful floral displays throughout the year. Through late May to July, Japanese irises and hydrangeas brighten up the dull days of the impending rainy season with flourishes...

Experience the deep history and culture of Iga on a ninja-themed tour of fun activities

One of the most popular historical characters in Japan is the mysterious ninja. Many foreign visitors have a strong desire to seek out experiences that can offer a glimpse into the secretive world of the famous spies of feudal Japan. A trip to Iga...

Looking Way Up at Hana no Iwaya, Japan’s Oldest Shrine which appears in mythology

In Kumano City, a small city on the coast of Mie Prefecture with a bustling fishing industry, tourists and worshippers can visit Hana no Iwaya Shrine, which is so revered that it appears in Shinto mythology. It is Japan’s oldest Shinto Shrine and...

Let's relive this shimmering and illusory age of Japan, 1000 years ago.

Through excavation and research starting 50 years ago, we've finally started to understand this unique past of Japan. Come see history and culture as it was here in Meiwa-cho of Mie Prefecture.

AMA DIVING EXPERIENCE AND SEAFOOD BBQ - Have an Underwater Adventure with a Female Ama Diver and Feast on Fresh Seafood

The all-female Ama divers of Mie Prefecture are famous throughout Japan. Their traditional practice of free diving to collect shellfish and seaweed from the bountiful sea around Shima and Toba has continued for thousands of years. The Ama Diving E...

SPIRITUAL ROUTE CYCLING & MATSUSAKA BEEF BBQ - Visit One of Japan’s Most Significant Shrines and Taste World Famous Beef

Takihara Grand Shrine (“Takiharagu” in Japanese) is one of the most sacred places in all of Japan. It is an associated shrine (“betsugu” in Japanese) to Ise Jingu, one of Mie Prefecture’s most famous sites. Matsusaka beef comes from Japanese Black...

JAPANESE TRADITIONAL LIVING AND FARM EXPERIENCE - Live the Traditional Farm Life and Enjoy Fresh Mie Cuisine

Taiki Town is home to around 20 welcoming guesthouses that offer a diverse range of traditional experiences for individual travelers and families. Depending on the season, the Japanese Traditional Living and Farm Experience packages together activ...

EXPLORE OSUGIDANI WITH A MOUNTAIN HERMIT - Spend a Day in a National Park with an Expert Guide

Mie Prefecture is home to the UNESCO Eco Park Yoshino-Kumano National Park, where you can visit numerous waterfalls, hike deep into the untouched forest and enjoy the spectacular views of the Osugidani Gorge. A local hermit with an adventurous...

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Cycling in Nature through country roads amidst agriculture and history.

I participated in a cycling tour in Taki-cho from a company called Cazacle, which provided the bicycles we used to explore the land, with the guides that explained history. This place was particularly abundant in nature and had a traditional hist...

Beautiful panoramic kayak experience in Mie’s Ago Bay, exploring nearby Islands.

The Rias Coast has a unique shape, making it the defining characteristic of Mie Prefecture, in Shima City. Also, there are over 60 islands which are all different shapes and sizes. The entire city is designated as a national park, and there are to...

Gourmet Mie Day 1 – Abalone feast at exotic Shima Peninsula（Article created by Cheeserland）

I’m sure you already knew about my #47PrefectureMission and that I have completed this life mission early June this year. I visited Mie in 2016 for two things: 1.Ise Jingu Shrine 2. Matsusaka Beef The two things that Mie is probably most f...

Delighting the Senses in Kuwana City with Rokkaen and Hamaguri Clams

I’d stopped at Kuwana Station many times in the past. A few times for work, usually to change trains though, and I had no idea what I was missing by just scooting through. After spending a day running around the quiet town, I started to wonder wha...