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Mie Prefecture (三重)
Our Recommendation
3.5/5
Review: Consider visting if you have time

Mie Prefecture is well-known for the Ise-jingu Shrine, which has been a sacred site in Japan for many years. However, there are numerous other places of interest in Mie. For instance, visitors can explore ninja exhibits and shops in Iga Ueno, witness the annual fireworks festival on Shichiri Mihama Beach, and enjoy the Nagashima Spa Land amusement park and Toba Aquarium with their family. Moreover, Mie is also famous for its Matsusaka beef, which is a type of wagyu beef highly esteemed and coveted.

Mie Prefecture (三重)

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Consider visiting if you have time

Mie Prefecture is well-known for the Ise-jingu Shrine, which has been a sacred site in Japan for many years. However, there are numerous other places of interest in Mie. For instance, visitors can explore ninja exhibits and shops in Iga Ueno, witness the annual fireworks festival on Shichiri Mihama Beach, and enjoy the Nagashima Spa Land amusement park and Toba Aquarium with their family. Moreover, Mie is also famous for its Matsusaka beef, which is a type of wagyu beef highly esteemed and coveted.

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Places to visit in Mie

Ise Jingu

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
By far the biggest tourist attraction in Mie
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Ise Jingu Shrine is one of the most famous shrines in all of Japan. Even the Japanese royal families visit the shrine everynow and then …

Okage Yokocho

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Traditional Japanese street with glimpses of its feudal Japan
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 1-3 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Okage Yokocho is a traditional street located in the heart of the city of Ise, in Mie Prefecture, Japan. The street is lined with wooden buildings and is known for its charming atmosphere and well-preserved architecture, …

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Inabe City Agricultural Park

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Very good place to visit especially during Cherry Blossom season
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 1-3 hours
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Inabe City Agricultural Park Ume Grove Park is located in the city of Ina, Mie Prefecture, Japan. It is a park that showcases the beauty of Japanese plum blossoms and the importance of agriculture in the region. The park is a popular destination ….

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Sakurai Futamigaura no Fufu Iwa

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Interesting Rock formation by the coast
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 30 minutes
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

Sakurai Futamigaura no Fufu Iwa (桜井二見ヶ浦の夫婦岩) is a famous rock formation located on the coast of Futamigaura Beach in the city of Asakura in Fukuoka prefecture, Japan. It is a popular tourist destination and is known for its unique appearance and stunning views of the ocean. The two rocks that make up the formation are said to resemble a pair of newlyweds…

Nabana no Sato

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Busy, traditional shopping street with a lot of inexpensive shops
Best time to visit: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Duration: 30 minutes - 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing, Shopping

Nabana no Sato is a flower park located in Mie, Japan, known for its stunning illuminated displays of blooming flowers. The park covers an area of approximately 21 hectares and boasts a wide variety of flower gardens and greenhouses, including seasonal displays of cherry blossom …

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Yokoyama Observatory

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Good view of the marshes/river below.
Best time to visit: All year round
Duration: 1 hour
Price: Free
Activities: Sightseeing

The Yokoyama Observation Deck is a scenic viewpoint located in the city of Suzuka in Mie Prefecture, Japan. From the top of the deck, visitors can take in breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and enjoy a peaceful, serene atmosphere. The observation deck is situated on the top of a hill, offering panoramic views of the nearby mountain ranges and the countryside….

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Potential Itineraries

A Cultural Day Trip to Kamakura

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
A great travel option if you want to stay close to Tokyo
Number of Days: 1 day
Sub-destination: Kamakura
Best time to visit: All year
Activities:

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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1~2 Day trip to Hakone

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience the Japanese Onsen culture
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Hakone
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

1~2 Day trip to Nikko

Our Recommendation
4.5/5
Experience Mother Nature while learning about Japanese History
Number of Days: 1-2 days
Sub-destination: Nikko
Best time to visit: All year
Activities: Onsen, Outdoors

While prices are generally cheap, this is perhaps not the case with transport costs. If you are seeking to maximize your time with limited money, Kamakura, which served as the capital centuries ago, may be a good idea. 

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