By 旅する やよい
This video documents the latter half of a comprehensive 2-night, 3-day journey through Mie Prefecture, focusing on key destinations in Toba City, Matsusaka City, and Ise City. Starting from the middle of Day 2 and continuing through the final Day 3, the video highlights renowned cultural, spiritual, and culinary sites, offering viewers a well-rounded guide to this culturally rich region.
Stops include the famous Futamiokitama Shrine (二見興玉神社), where the iconic Meoto Iwa (Wedded Rocks) can be viewed, a significant site for followers of Shinto. The journey continues through Ise Sea Paradise (伊勢シーパラダイス), a popular family-friendly aquarium near Futami Bay, and various food destinations such as Matsusaka Maruyoshi Kamata Honten restaurant, famous for its Matsusaka beef. Accommodations are provided at the Hotel Castle Inn Ise, showcasing practical lodging choices for travelers.
The itinerary continues with a detailed visit to Ise Jingu (伊勢神宮), Japan’s most revered Shinto shrine, including both the Geku (outer shrine) and Naiku (inner shrine), followed by walks through the vibrant Oharaimachi and Okage Yokocho shopping and gourmet districts. Notable stops along Oharaimachi include Te-kone Chaya for local cuisine, Isuzugawa Cafe overlooking the Isuzu River, and the historic Akafuku Main Store, which is famous for its mochi sweets. The area’s lively streets offer quintessential Edo-era atmosphere with traditional buildings, specialty shops, and street food unique to Ise City.
For those visiting Ise, Toba, or Matsusaka, the video also showcases minor stops like Nanakoshi Chaya teahouse, Shiroyama Park (城山公園), and practical travel transitions between locations. Each segment provides practical insights, such as where to eat, what to see, and how to enjoy both cultural heritage and modern hospitality in Mie’s top sightseeing cities. This travelogue is ideal for travelers seeking both spiritual and culinary experiences in central Japan.