[International driver's license required]
“Ise Jingu shrine” is the “spiritual hometown of the Japanese people” and is said to be the place to visit Ise at least once in a lifetime.
Despite being repeatedly relocated over the past 1,300 years, the shrine and its ancient and new forms have been passed down through the generations, and its inside aspires to resemble a museum of Japanese culture.
Okage-Yokocho, just outside the boundaries of the Ise Jingu Inner Shrine, is lined with more than 50 stores selling carefully selected local delicacies and souvenirs of Ise, and you can freely stroll around this area.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Choose the vehicle you like and visit places you can only go with a small and powerful electric tuk-tuk or bike.
Enjoy an Ise tour from the past, as you take the “Sangu-kifuda” and receive hospitality at the stopover.
Local guides with extensive knowledge of Ise combine stops to make a tailor-made experience on the spot that meets the needs of visitors.
Chopsticks-making experience: at the Wakamatsuya Kawasaki Main Store
Experience time:Approximately 60 minutes<br/>Tuk-Tuk: For Tuk-Tuk and Mini Jeep: Standard driver's license
TUKTUK can be selected from 2 or more people
Tuk-Tuk: For Tuk-Tuk and Mini Jeep: Standard driver's license
TUKTUK can be selected from 2 or more people
Bike: To drive an Electric Motorcycle: 50cc Motorcycle License
Kamaboko-making experience: at the Wakamatsuya Kawasaki Main Store
Experience time:Approximately 60 minutes<br/>Bike: To drive an Electric Motorcycle: 50cc Motorcycle License
Chopsticks-making experience: at the Wakamatsuya Kawasaki Main Store
Experience time:Approximately 60 minutes<br/>Bike: To drive an Electric Motorcycle: 50cc Motorcycle License
Kamaboko-making experience: at the Wakamatsuya Kawasaki Main Store
Experience time:Approximately 60 minutes<br/>Tuk-Tuk: For Tuk-Tuk and Mini Jeep: Standard driver's license
TUKTUK can be selected from 2 or more people
[10:00/14:00] kinoshitachaen_geku (Tavizo Ise sales office)
【Registration】Filling in the pledge form / Course details and confirmation / Delivery of Sangu-kifuda
【Rental】Guidance of how to ride the electric vehicle / Practice
【Departure】★=places that are stopover "must"
・Wakamatsuya /Main branch
Kamaboko is a traditional Japanese food made from fish from Japan's rich oceans and rivers. It is used as an essential ingredient in many Japanese dishes. Wakamatsuya, is a company that has continued to make fish cakes, such as kamaboko for over 100 years, and it has carried on the traditional production method that values the original flavor of fish, without using any synthetic preservatives. You can eat delicious kamaboko on the spot, or enjoy various optional experiences. ①Chopsticks making experience 1,800 yen ②Kamaboko making experience 2,650 yen *Advance reservation is required.
・Kawasaki Merchant House
Twelve buildings are registered as national cultural properties. The distinctive building structures have been preserved and reused for restaurants and stores, providing a retro Japanese atmosphere.
・Ise Kadoya Bewery Biyagura
(Nikenchayamochi)
Ise Kadoya Bewery opened in 1997 as the only craft beer brewery in Ise-Shima. In the Taisho Era (1912-1926), they began making miso and soy sauce, and its brewing techniques provided the background for its entry into the craft beer world.
★Nakazutsumi(Levee path in the rice field)
This is a back road on an embankment in a rice field that can be ridden only with a Tuk-Tuk or an electric bike.
・Mishiohama(salt making rice field)
・Mishiodono Jinja Shrine
This is where the most beautiful and mysterious atmosphere of a factory in Japan is located. The salt produced in this clean and pure place is a very premium salt, and is used only in the daily rituals of the Ise Shrine.
★Futami Okitama Jinja Shrine/Meotoiwa Rocks
You can enjoy the sea breeze and the scenery of pine trees that characterize the Japanese coast, and experience the ancient Japanese culture of nature worship. The large rocks standing in the sea are called "husband and wife rocks" because of the way they stand close together like a married couple, and are said to symbolize marital bliss and love.
★Back roads of Ise
The road is a peaceful, uniquely Japanese rural landscape, with different scenery depending on the time of day as well as the season. One of the unique local landscapes is a shrine located in the middle of the rice paddies.
・Asakuma Jinja Shrine, Kagami-no-miya Jinja Shrine
This is a special place with a wooden shrine quietly nestled on a small hill with trees and a shrine built at the confluence of two rivers. The atmosphere of the beautiful babbling of the river and the beautiful forests make us feel at peace.
・Jingu Kanda
This is a special place where the staple food of the Japanese people, rice, is grown. for more than 2000 years, rice has been carefully and carefully cultivated using clean water flowing from the mountains and traditional methods that rely as little as possible on chemical fertilizers.
・Tsukiyomi-no-miya
The beautiful scenery of four wooden Shinto shrines called "Shinmei-zukuri" standing side by side in the forest is a must-see. Here, Tsukuyominomikoto, the god of the night and the moon, is enshrined.
・Sarutahiko Shrine
The Sarutahiko Shrine at Ise is considered to be exceptional among them, and is the No. 1 place to go for people who want to start something or meet someone.
★Stepping stones
A popular photo spot. A special space upstream from the "sacred river" Isuzu River. There are "stepping stones" that allows visitors to cross the river by stepping on a stone and listen to the sound of nature, including the wind in the mountains and the murmuring of the river.
★kinoshitachaen_geku (Tavizo Ise sales office)
[12:30/16:30] End
Meeting point:kinoshitachaen_geku (Tavizo Ise sales office)
Houon-kan 1F, 1-1-31 Iwabuchi, Ise City, Mie 516,0037
(inside kinoshitachaen_geku)
Access:
・5-minute walk from JR Iseshi Station
・If you are coming by car, please use a nearby parking lot.
Mie Prefecture, located in the Chūbu region of Japan, is renowned for its natural beauty, rich history, and cultural heritage. From the sacred Ise Jingu shrines to the picturesque Ise-Shima National Park, Mie offers a blend of spiritual sites, scenic landscapes, and unique local traditions.
Ise Jingu is Japan's most sacred Shinto shrine, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine complex consists of over 100 shrines, with the main Naikū and Gekū shrines being the most significant.
This national park offers stunning coastal landscapes, lush forests, and scenic hiking trails. It is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Nabana no Sato is a stunning seasonal flower park located on the shores of Ise Bay. It is famous for its illuminated night displays and vast fields of tulips, kochia, and other flowers.
Matsusaka Castle is a reconstructed castle that offers a glimpse into Japan's feudal past. The castle grounds are surrounded by a moat and feature a museum and gardens.
Suigetsu no Ie is a traditional thatched-roof house that offers a glimpse into the lives of rural farmers in the Edo period. The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden and a pond.
Matsusaka beef is a premium type of Wagyu beef known for its tenderness, marbling, and rich flavor. It is often served as sashimi, grilled, or in hot pot dishes.
Ise udon is a type of thick, chewy udon noodle that is often served in a hot broth or as a cold noodle dish. It is a local specialty of the Ise region.
Akame Shio Ramen is a salt-based ramen dish that originated in the Akame region of Mie. It is known for its rich, savory broth and chewy noodles.
Hitaki Ika is a grilled squid dish that is a local specialty of the Toba region. The squid is grilled over charcoal and served with a tangy dipping sauce.
Spring brings cherry blossoms and pleasant weather, while autumn offers vibrant fall foliage and comfortable temperatures. These are the best times to visit for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
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Mie Prefecture is generally very safe, with low crime rates and a welcoming atmosphere for visitors. However, as with any destination, it is important to take basic precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
Kintetsu-Nagoya Station, Matsusaka Station
Nagoya Station, Osaka Station, Kyoto Station
Trains are the most convenient way to get around Mie, connecting major cities and attractions.
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Car, Bike, Scooter
Nabana no Sato is a stunning seasonal flower park located on the shores of Ise Bay. It is famous for its illuminated night displays and vast fields of tulips, kochia, and other flowers.
Ise Jingu is Japan's most sacred Shinto shrine, dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu. The shrine complex consists of over 100 shrines, with the main Naikū and Gekū shrines being the most significant.
This national park offers stunning coastal landscapes, lush forests, and scenic hiking trails. It is a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
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