Mie
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Mie
Located to the west of Aichi Prefecture in the Tokai and Kinki region, Mie Prefecture is home to stunning natural features and fascinating historic sites, ria coastline, Ise Jingu Shrine (the “home of the heart” of the Japanese nationals), Kumano Kodo pilgrimage routes in a part of the World Heritage Site "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range", and is known as the birthplace of the Iga Ninja. Blessed with nature, culture and the bounty of both sea and land, Mie Prefecture is called "Umashikuni" meaning "Magnificent Land". The song "Once in a lifetime, visit Ise" made throngs of people flock to the Ise Jingu [Shrine] every year, especially during the Edo era.
Getting there and around
Mie Prefecture has no airport within the prefecture, and is not a part of the major transportation routes of Tomei and Meishin Expressways or the bullet train [Tokaido Shinkansen].
Mie Prefecture may be approached from Nagoya Station, Kyoto Station and Osaka Station, then transfer to the local line or road is required.
From Nagoya Station: Take the Kintetsu or JR Line.
From Central Japan International Airport (Centrair): High-speed boats are available for Tsu Nagisa Machi Port
Places of Interest
Ise
Located on the eastern side of central Mie at the southern end of the Ise Plain, Ise City is overflowing with resources and attractions, including many famous sites rich in history and culture. As the gateway to Ise-Shima National Park, it is ......
Iga
Known as the birthplace of both the Japanese ninja and the Edo Period poet Matsuo Basho (1644-1694), Iga is a city of history and culture nestled among mountains. Ueno Park is famous not only for its cherry blossoms, but also for Iga Ueno ......
Kumano
The city of Kumano is located in the southern part of Mie Prefecture, with the sea to its southeast and mountains to the northwest. Blessed with abundant nature, the city offers countless spots to catch spectacular views of the sea and mountains, ......
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