Other Sightseeing Spots in Mie Area
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- Asoura Ohashi Bridge
- Travel / Tourism
- Minami Ise-cho, Mie Prefecture
- "Asoura Bridge is a so-called ""parent-child bridge,"" consisting of a long section and short section, with an island in between, that links Tashikaraura and Asoura in Watarai County, Mie Prefecture. The red framework of the bridge looks beautiful against the mountain greenery and the deep blue water. Cultured pearls are grown in the area, and from the top of the bridge, drivers can see the lovely wakes of fishing boats in Nie bay. The Kinki Nature Road is a famous sightseeing route in the Ise area, and visitors can walk around the island that lies between the two bridges and stop off at the Naka-no-Iso Observation Point for an overview of the impressive ria (submerged river valley) coastline of the Ise area."
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- Bindama Road
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Shimashi Hamajimachouhamajima
- “Bindama” are glass floats which were once commonly used for fishing. This one kilometer long walkway along the seashore is lined with lovely glass floats. After sunset, the floats are lit up, and the path is illuminated by the gentle lights of the floats. Bindama Road is located near the Hamajima ryokan inn district, and at night many visitors come to walk the path carrying paper lanterns borrowed from the ryokan they are staying at.
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- Mugisaki Lighthouse
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Shimashi Shimachoukatada
- With its white-walled exterior, Mugisaki Lighthouse watches over the boats navigating the Fuseda waterway, and is well known as a place where one can hear the sound of the ama (female diver) sea whistles during the dive season, having been selected as one of Japan’s 100 Scenic Sound Spots. Located on the very southern tip of Shima Town, Shima City, to the east is Nakiri Lighthouse, while to the west one can see Fuseda Kojima Island and Wagu Oshima Island.
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- Cape Isobue Observatory
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Shimashi Hamajimachounambari
- This observatory on the Cape Isobue in Hamashima Town, Shima City, Mie Prefecture is the perfect spot to take in an unbroken view of the majestic Pacific Ocean. There is tragic love story about this spot that tells how an ama (female diver) went into the sea and never returned, and when her lover who was a fisherman came to this area he could hear the sound of her sea whistle. During the ama fishing season, one can hear the sound of the real sea whistles reverberating in the air. It is believed that ringing the “Tsubasu Bell” placed on top of the observatory will bring in success and fortune just like Tsubasu (the young Japanese amberjack) that grow larger.
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- Matoyawan-ohashi Bridge
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Shimashi Isobechoumatoya
- This 237.6-meter-long bridge spans Matoya Bay in Isobecho, Shima City, Mie Prefecture. The red bridge creates a beautiful contrast with the blue of Matoya Bay and the surrounding greenery. The bridge is situated on the Pearl Road, a popular scenic driving course. The calm blue ocean and bright red bridge are a beautiful sight. The bridge is also a place from which visitors can enjoy the majestic scenery of the area's variegated ria coast. There's an observatory with parking on the north side where you can take a break in between scenic driving. A monument to Seishi Yamaguchi stands on a hill on the south side.
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- Magatama Pond
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Iseshi Toyokawachou 279 within the territory
- A garden the belongs to Outer Ise Shrine. The name comes from the magatama (comma-shaped jewels) shape of the pond. Flowers that bloom throughout all four seasons area planted but the Japanese iris that blooms in June are particularly popular. Alongside the pond is a stage that has plays, music, dancing, and other folk entertainment throughout the year, (several times a year). In 2012 the Sengu Museum was opened. Here you can find explanations about the process of dismantling Ise Shrine and rebuilding it which happens every 20 years and is Ise Shrine’s largest event.
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- Ounoura-ohashi Bridge
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Tobashi Uramurachou
- The Ounoura-ohashi Bridge, which links Imaura, Uramura Town of the Pearl Road Seaside Line with Honura, is 196 meters long with arches and was completed in 1973. It is 30 minutes from the Toba bus center, and you can reach the bridge immediately upon getting off at the Imaura stop. The blue sea and white bridge make a wonderful contrast, and it’s considered one of Toba’s 10 most scenic spots. The bridge also provides a view of Ogura Island and Omura Island, and the “oyster rafts” surrounding them in Ounoura Bay make many passersby stop and stare.
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- Kamome-no-Sanpomichi
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Tobashi Toba 1
- This walkway is situated along the seashore between Sadahama-Higashi Park near Toba Station and the Mikimoto Pearl Island parking lot. It is a 261-meter-long wooden path and offers a wonderful view of the sprawling sea and Sakate Island. There are many benches set up as well so that you can take your time. It received the “Good Design Award” in 2005 and has become on of Toba’s main tourist spots.
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- Geku Sando
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Iseshi Honmachi
- This is the approach that runs from JR and Kintetsu Ise City Station to Ise Jingu Shrine's Geku (outer sanctuary). From the days of old, it's been said that A visit to Ise starts with Geku. So, while the road is old, the torii shrine gate in front of the station was rebuilt in conjunction with the ceremonies for the 62nd reconstruction of the shrine, and as the gateway to the Ise pilgrimage, work on the street and facilities still continues. Geku Sando has a variety of stores ranging from old-fashioned restaurants and shops unique to Iseshima to stylish cafes and confectioners. There is also a baggage storage area in front of the station, so for a fee you can walk around with ease.
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- Shima Ohashi Bridge (Shima Pearl Bridge)
- Travel / Tourism
- Shima-shi kimono of Mie Prefecture
- This bridge is on National Route 260 heading towards Daio, Shima, coming from the Ise Expressway's Ise Nishi Interchange via Ise Road. A symbol of Shima City, it's a shining arched bridge with a hue that lends it the nickname Shima Pearl Bridge. Shaped like a basket handle, at 234 meters in length, it's Japan's fourth largest steel Nielsen-Lohse Bridge. From the top you can enjoy a view of the surrounding mountains and pearling boats lined up in Ago Bay. While it was being constructed it became famous as a shooting location for the film Gamera the Brave.
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- Matsumoto-toge Pass
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Kumanoshi Kinomotochou
- This road is one of the Kumano Kodo Iseji roads. It extends approximately 4.1 kilometers from the JR Odomari Station to Kumanoshi Station. Almost all of the roads are still paved with beautiful cobblestone, and in this pass surrounded by bamboo groves, which is a rare sight on the Kumano Kodo road, there is a large Jizo statue that is said to once have been mistaken for an apparition and shot with a gun. After the pass, there are no more mountain passes until Shingu, but if you walk for approximately ten minutes, there is an incredible view overlooking Shichirimi Beach. On the way, there is also a route which makes a round trip to Onigajo Observatory, and another shorter path which leads from Onigajo down to Odomari Station.
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- Nankai Observation Park (Nankai Observatory)
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Wataraigunminamisechou Sazaraura
- This viewpoint overlooks the sea of Ise. Located approximately 150 meters above sea level, it is accessible by the stairs from the parking lot. From the observation deck, visitors have a clear view of Gokasho Bay with its distinctive curve. There is also a humorous statue that has its butt sticking out, looking out to sea on the observation deck, making it a popular spot for photographs. There is a promenade that leads around the area, where visitors can enjoy not only the view of the sea but also the seasonal flowers such as gardenia and Yoshino Cherry blossoms and the mountain views.
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- Kashikojima Ohashi Bridge
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Pref. Shimashi Agochoushinmei
- This bridge connects Kashikojima to the mainland and is about 40 minutes from the Ise Expressway Ise Interchange. It was originally developed by Kinki Nippon Railway and built to link the holiday home area of Kashikojima with the main land. It now functions as a bypass. Close to Shima Kanko Hotel that served as the venue for the 42nd Group of Seven (Ise-Shima Summit), large-scale traffic restrictions were enforced during that time. The beautiful evening scenery of Ago Bay from on the bridge has been chosen as one of Japan's 100 Best Sunsets, and many enthusiasts visit the bridge to take photographs when the views are particularly nice.
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- Ise Kawasaki (Kawasaki no Machi Nami)
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Ise-shi Kawasaki
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- Matsusaka Jokamachi
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Matsusaka-shi Tonomachi Hoka
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- Shima Maruyama Hashi
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- Mie Shima-shi Shimacho Fuseda
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- Harusame Observatory
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Toba Osatsucho 23-3
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- Ichiuda Observation Deck
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- Mie Ise-shi Ujitachicho Iwaida Mountain 677-1
- This observatory is at the top of the Iseshima Skyline connecting the Naiku inner shrine area of the Ise Jingu shrine with Toba Station. The first observatory coming from the direction of Ise, it is the best place to take in the area's nightscape on the Iseshima Skyline. The observatory's square is a level down from the adjoining parking area and, with nothing to obstruct the view of visitors, people rave that you can enjoy a sweeping, panoramic night view that is one of the best in the entire Tokai region. As the Iseshima Skyline is not open all night and there are specific operating hours, be sure to check in advance.
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- Kamishima Lighthouse
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Toba Kamishimacho
- "This lighthouse is located in Kamijima-cho, Toba City. Located on the northeast side of the outlying island of Kamishima, famously used as a setting in Yukio Mishima's novel ""The Sound of Waves,"" since the lighthouse first lit up in 1910, it has guided ships through the notoriously treacherous waters of the Irago Channel. The lighthouse has also been selected for inclusion in the Japan's Top 50 Lighthouses list."
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- Sugashima Lighthouse
- Travel / Tourism
- Mie Toba Sugashimacho
- This lighthouse is located in Sugashima-cho, Toba City. The lighthouse stands on the eastern tip of Sugashima, an island floating in Toba Bay. First lit up in 1873, it is Japan's oldest extant Western-style brick lighthouse. The lighthouse was also selected for inclusion in the Japan's Top 50 Lighthouses list.
Mie Areas
Spread across the eastern side of the Kii Peninsula, Mie prefecture boasts hundreds of kilometers of pretty coastline comprising the oyster-rich Toba city and Shima National Park all the way down to Kumano, a city that marks the beginning of part of the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage, which runs into neighboring Wakayama prefecture. However, Mie is best known for the Ise Jingu Shinto shrine inland, one of the oldest and largest shrines in the country.
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