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Chikubushima Island

Chikubushima Island

Floating in the northern part of Lake Biwa, "Chikubushima" is a mystical power spot that has been revered since ancient times as an island where gods dwell. The entire island is considered sacred ground, and you can see gorgeous architectural beauty, such as the Karamon gate of Hogonji Temple, designated as a National Treasure, and the main shrine of Tsukubusuma Shrine. In particular, the "Kawarake-nage" at the torii gate jutting out over the cliff, where you throw pottery with a wish, is extremely popular with international travelers. The time spent accessing the island by cruise ship from Nagahama or Imazu...

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Shiga Prefecture

Shiga Prefecture

Shiga Prefecture is home to "Lake Biwa," Japan's largest lake, and is an area where rich nature and deep history coexist. Although adjacent to Kyoto, it has nurtured its own unique "Omi Culture." In addition to historical structures such as the World Heritage "Enryakuji Temple on Mt. Hiei" and the National Treasure "Hikone Castle," it is full of attractions in food and crafts, such as Omi beef and Shigaraki ware. It is a highly satisfying tourist destination where you can experience Japan's traditional aesthetic sense and people's lives firsthand through cycling, water sports, and visiting old castles while enjoying the...

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Nagashima Resort

Nagashima Resort

Located in Kuwana City, "Nagashima Resort" is a complex resort where Japan's largest-scale entertainment gathers. It features "Nagashima Spa Land," an amusement park with world-level thrill rides, "Mitsui Outlet Park Jazz Dream Nagashima," one of the country's largest outlet malls, "Nagashima Onsen Yuami no Shima," a massive hot spring facility, and "Nabana no Sato," a paradise of beautiful flowers and lights. With facilities so extensive they cannot be fully enjoyed in a single day, it is one of Japan's leading leisure bases that satisfies all kinds of travelers worldwide, from families to couples and thrill-seeking youth.

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Izawa Bunko

Located in Izawa-cho, Matsusaka City, "Izawa Bunko" is one of Japan's oldest private libraries, established by wealthy Edo-period merchants who invested their financial power and education. Inside the historic building designated as an Important Cultural Property, precious classical books and ancient documents are carefully preserved, conveying the passion for learning that former merchants valued to the present day. In a space enveloped in silence, you can learn that Japan's commercial history and spiritual culture were deeply connected, making it a very valuable hidden gem for intellectually curious travelers.

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Iitaka Town

Located in the western part of Matsusaka City, Iitaka Town is a historic area that once flourished as a post town on the Wakayama Kaido highway. The entire town is enveloped in deep green mountains, and at the prefecture's first roadside station, "Iitaka-eki," you can enjoy authentic natural hot springs. Here, the spectacular view of "Kahada-kyo," woven by the clear stream of the Kushida River and the mountains, spreads out, making it ideal for hiking and historical strolls. Completely away from the hustle and bustle of the city, soaking in a hot spring in a quiet Japanese mountain village and...

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Kushida River

The "Kushida River" flowing through central Mie Prefecture creates beautiful valley beauty called "Kahada-kyo" due to its purity. In the upper reaches, you can enjoy dynamic landscapes woven by deep emerald green pools and massive rocks, and activities such as canoeing and river trekking are popular. Villages retaining the atmosphere of old highways are scattered along the basin, and enjoying a drive or cycling while listening to the murmuring of the river is exceptional. It is a beautiful natural corridor where healing and power coexist, created by Japan's rich water resources.

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Ise Umashikuni Winery

Ise Umashikuni Winery

Located in Ise City, this winery produces wine using grapes from Mie Prefecture, utilizing the natural features of Ise. Wines that condense the rich blessings of Mie, called "Umashikuni" (Beautiful Land), have an excellent affinity with Japanese cuisine, especially local seafood and Ise lobsters. In the shop, you can taste and purchase wine, and also learn about the dedication to the brewing process. Encountering Japanese wine culture, which continues new challenges while respecting tradition in the sacred land of Ise, will be a sophisticated new discovery for travelers who love alcohol.

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Nagatanien Iga Main Store

Nagatanien Iga Main Store

"Nagatanien" in Iga City is an established Iga-yaki pottery founded in 1832. Within the vast grounds, a massive "climbing kiln" designated as a Nationally Registered Tangible Cultural Property remains, and the historic buildings create an atmosphere like a village. In particular, "Donabe" (clay pots) made by utilizing the fire-resistant soil of Iga are loved by chefs all over Japan. It is a must-see place for lovers of craft and food where you can enjoy the world of "vessels" that support Japanese food culture through all five senses, including viewing works in the exhibition room, pottery experiences touching actual soil, and...

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Taiki Town

Located in the south-central part of Mie Prefecture, Taiki Town is a town of clear streams and deep forests, home to "Takihara-no-miya," an annex of Ise Jingu. The Miya River and Ouchiyama River flowing through the town boast some of the highest transparency in Japan, and activities like river play and sweetfish (Ayu) fishing are popular. Dairy farming is also flourishing, and the rich "Ouchiyama Milk" is loved as a local specialty. "Minpaku" (home-stay) experiences in the middle of rich nature are actively conducted, and are highly rated by travelers who want to stay in an ordinary Japanese rural home...

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Iwayado

"Iwayado" in Kumano City is a small temple built into a massive rock crack, a hidden power spot with a mystical atmosphere. Long known as a training ground for Shugendo (mountain asceticism), the architecture that seems to cling to the steep rock face symbolizes the Japanese spirituality of respecting and seeking oneness with nature. Surrounded by deep forest, placing yourself within the rustling of trees and sacred silence allows you to forget daily life and reset your heart. It is ideal for adventurous people who want to feel deep Japanese spirituality and the wonders of nature, which are not often...

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Mikisato Beach

"Mikisato Beach" in Owase City is a beautiful coast with white sands and green pines surrounded by the steep mountains of the Kii Peninsula. The white sandy beach stretching for about 1 kilometer and the calm sea with high transparency create an atmosphere like a hidden paradise. While crowded with people enjoying camping and swimming in summer, you can enjoy a quiet walk while gazing at the horizon during the off-season. The contrast between the deep green mountains soaring behind and the blue sea is beautiful, making it a popular spot for nature-loving travelers who can capture the diversity of...

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Meiwa Town

Located between Ise Jingu and Matsusaka, Meiwa Town is a historical town that once housed the sacred "Saiku," where the Imperial Princess "Saio" lived to serve Ise Jingu on behalf of the Emperor. The vast "Saiku Ruins" retain the atmosphere of the elegant capital of the Heian period, allowing you to immerse yourself in historical romance. In recent years, its culture as the root of "Oharaimachi" and its rich rural landscapes are also attractive. This town, where Japanese myths and imperial history deeply intersect, is chosen by people who enjoy intellectual travel and want to learn about Japan's spiritual roots...

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Nushikuma

"Nushikuma" in Owase City is an established lacquerware workshop that uniquely continues to preserve the tradition of "Owase Wappa," a Mie Prefecture-designated intangible cultural property. Lunch boxes (wappa) made by bending high-quality Owase Cypress and layering lacquer are surprisingly light, durable, and packed with wisdom to keep rice delicious. Tools crafted with the soul of an artisan become more flavorful as they are used and will become a lifelong treasure. It is a precious place where you can encounter authentic crafts symbolizing Japan's "Beauty of Utility" and touch the culture of Japan's meticulous living.

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Sashikan Tategu Kogei

Sashikan Tategu Kogei

"Sashikan Tategu Kogei" in Komono Town is a workshop that conveys the beauty of "Kumiko," a traditional Japanese technique of assembling wood without using nails. The geometric patterns created by precise calculations and skilled craftsmanship are like jewels made of wood. The workshop offers an experience course where you can actually assemble Kumiko, allowing you to shape Japan's unique, delicate aesthetic sense with your own hands. It is a cultural spot heartfully recommended for travelers who want to experience the ultimate craftsmanship that colors Japanese spaces up close.

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Katsuo no Tenpaku

Katsuo no Tenpaku

Located in Nakiri, Shima City, "Katsuo no Tenpaku" is an established store that continues to preserve the traditional manufacturing method of "Katsuobushi" (dried bonito), which supports the foundation of Japanese food culture. While touring the historic "Ibushi-goya" (smoking hut), you can learn about the aroma and umami of authentic Katsuobushi made with much time and effort. In particular, the experience of having freshly shaved Katsuobushi over freshly cooked rice surprises many international travelers with its ultimate simplicity and deep flavor. It is a precious place where you can experience the essence of Japan's UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage "Washoku" through its...

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Kumano Kodo Mt. Tengura

Kumano Kodo Mt. Tengura

"Mt. Tengura," soaring right next to Magose Pass, is a powerful mountain where a massive rock mass sits at the summit. If you climb onto the big rock after overcoming the steep slope, a panoramic view of Owase Bay spreads out below, allowing you to taste both the accomplishment of climbing and the spectacular view simultaneously. This place, said to have been a training ground for ascetic practitioners (Shugenja), overflows with dynamic natural energy. It is the best adventure spot for active travelers who want to add a full-scale mountain climbing element to their Kumano Kodo walking.

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Kumano Kodo Hadasu Road

Kumano Kodo Hadasu Road

"Hadasu Road," which passes through a quiet village in Kumano City, is an extremely precious route where cobblestones from the Kamakura period, said to be the oldest on the Kumano Kodo, remain. Passing through a mystical village where the ancient myth of the Jofuku Legend remains, you can feel the lives of local people and the calm sea up close while walking the small cobblestone path. There lies a simple and warm original Japanese landscape, different from large-scale tourist areas. For solo travelers or history fans who want to walk slowly while touching the abyss of history, it is a...

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Kumano Kodo Magose Pass

Kumano Kodo Magose Pass

Located on the border of Kihoku Town and Owase City, "Magose Pass" is a famous spot said to have the most beautiful cobblestones on the Kumano Kodo Iseji route. The heavy cobblestone road continuing through deep Owase Cypress forests lets you feel the weight of history just by walking, enveloped in a mystical atmosphere. If you extend your walk a bit from the pass, you can overlook a spectacular view from a giant rock called "Zou-no-se" (Elephant's Back) on Mt. Binshi. The beauty of the mossy cobblestones, unique to this high-rainfall region, is the pinnacle of Japanese scenic beauty and...

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Kumano Kodo Matsumoto Pass

Kumano Kodo Matsumoto Pass

"Matsumoto Pass" in Kumano City is a popular course known for having particularly beautiful cobblestones among the World Heritage Kumano Kodo. From the gazebo near the top of the pass, a spectacular view spreads out, overlooking the beautiful "Shichiri Mihama" coastline that stretches like a bow. The quiet path surrounded by bamboo groves is filled with a sacred atmosphere, and since it is relatively easy for beginners to walk, it is ideal as a first step in experiencing the history of pilgrimage. This pass road, where you can simultaneously taste the silence of the mountains and the liberating feeling of...

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Shima Nature School

Shima Nature School

Set in the rich sea and forests of Shima City, this facility offers a variety of outdoor experiences. From sea kayaking and water balls in Ago Bay to craft experiences using local materials, programs are extensive for both adults and children. Experienced guides joyfully teach about the unique topography and ecosystem of the rias coastline, deepening understanding of nature. The experience of becoming one with the beautiful nature of Ise-Shima National Park while actively moving your body is very popular among families and adventurous international travelers.

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Toba Hotel International Shiojitei

Toba Hotel International Shiojitei

This is a sophisticated Japanese-style inn built on a hill overlooking the beautiful sea of Toba. A luxurious space spreads out where the tranquility of a traditional Japanese ryokan merges with the comfort of a hotel. Especially, the "Pearl Aurora Bath" containing pearl ingredients is a unique bath developed in collaboration with Mikimoto Pearl Island, giving skin a radiant glow. Along with grand meals using plenty of fresh Ise-Shima seafood, it is a special lodging that provides heartfelt peace and inspiration for travelers who want to spend a high-quality Japanese holiday.

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Utsukushiya Matsusaka Momen

Utsukushiya Matsusaka Momen

"Utsukushiya" in Matsusaka City is an experiential exchange facility operated by an established kimono store. In a space renovated from a historic storehouse, you can enjoy renting and being fitted for beautiful Matsusaka Cotton kimonos. Inheriting the townscape of Matsusaka, once a city of wealthy merchants in the Edo period, this place offers warm moments where you can not only touch traditional textiles but also enjoy tea and interact with local people. For travelers who want to feel the depth of culture firsthand through traditional Japanese attire, it will be an unforgettable experience.

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Taki Town

Located in the center of Mie Prefecture, Taki Town is an active agricultural town blessed with abundant water and greenery. With a long history continuing from the Manyo era, it features a coexistence of old and new charms, including Japan's first herb garden and the nation's largest commercial resort "VISON." Known as one of the rearing areas for the highest-grade "Matsusaka Beef," you can savor authentic food culture. This town, with its serene rural landscape, is the perfect place for travelers who want to forget busy daily life and be healed by the beauty of Japan's satoyama, delicious food, and...

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VISON

"VISON" in Taki Town is one of Japan's largest commercial resorts, a space resembling a beautiful village themed around Japanese "food" and "wisdom." Within the vast grounds, there are specialty stores for traditional miso and dashi (soup stock), sophisticated patisseries, organic farms, and modern accommodations. Merging cutting-edge architectural design with rich nature, it offers a new form of tourism where you can experience traditional Japanese culture in a modern style. It is currently the most talked-about spot, perfect for travelers who want to taste Japan's abundance with all five senses.

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