4 recommended natural spots in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture for those who want to refresh themselves

"4 Recommended Nature Spots in Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture "

Want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and refresh yourself?

Matsusaka City , located in the Chuo of Mie Prefecture , bordering Kyoto Prefecture and Nara Prefecture Prefectures, is full of natural spots where you're sure to feel refreshed.

This time, we will introduce four carefully selected recommended natural spots in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture .

"① Chinpu Pass"

Mezurashi Pass is a historic site in the legend of the division of the nations, where Amaterasu Omikami and Ameno Koyane are said to have met.

The 10m high hand-dug passage is a spectacular sight.

The "Chinpu Pass Walking Course" has been certified as one of the 100 New Japan Walking Paths of Choice "Historical Roads," and is a popular walking course that takes 1-2 hours with few ups and downs, allowing anyone to easily tour historical sites.

Be sure to take a walk through the pass while experiencing these magnificent historical sites.

【Address】 Mie Prefecture Matsusaka City Iitaka Town Akaoke Chinpu Pass

[Access by public transport] Take the bus bound for Iitaka Regional Promotion Bureau from JR/Kintetsu Matsusaka Station for 53 minutes and get off at Iitaka Regional Promotion Bureau

[Access by car] 50 minutes from Matsusaka IC on the Ise Expressway via Prefectural Route 59 and National Route 166

【Official URL】 https://www.iitakaeki.com/sightseeing/category/walking/

"② Mizuya Shrine"

Mizuya Shrine is a historic shrine that is enshrined as the temporary residence of the nationally famous Kasuga Shrine in Nara Prefecture .

Mizuya Shrine is surrounded by vibrant yellow-green trees, and the energy of nature has a relaxing effect.

The highlight of Mizuya Shrine is this magnificent large camphor tree.

▲The large camphor tree at Mizuya

This sacred camphor tree is estimated to be over 1,000 years old, and is one of the Oki in the prefecture, with a height of 35m, a circumference of 29m, and a trunk of 12m.

It is also a prefecture designated natural monument, and as a power spot it has given strength to many people.

[Address] 2507 Mie Prefecture -cho , Matsusaka City Prefecture

[Access by public transport] From JR/Kintetsu Matsusaka Station, take the 63-minute bus bound for Sumeru or Kamiki-Kaji and get off at Akaoke bus stop.

[Access by car] From the Matsusaka IC on the Ise Expressway, take Route 166 towards Sakurai for about 50 minutes.

【Official URL】 http://www.mizuya.org/

"3. Kahada Gorge"

Kahadakyo Gorge, an Oku sanctum of Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture , is said to have flourished as the Wakayama Kaido, a route for visiting shrines and pilgrimages in the past.

It is an attractive place where you can explore hidden mountains and valleys that have some of the most mystical scenery in the country.

The Kushida River that flows along the road shines emerald green and has clean water.

The surrounding area offers a Toyotomi of outdoor activities for you to enjoy, including mountain climbing, hiking, canoeing, and cycling.

If you have a car, this is a must-visit spot.

[Address] Mie Prefecture, Iinan Town and Iitaka-cho , Matsusaka City Prefecture

【Official URL】 https://kahadakyo.com/

"④ The Dandan rice fields of Fukano"

Fukano's Dandan-ta rice fields are stone terraces built into the mountain slope in about 120 steps.

The landscape created by the numerous stone steps is truly "stone art" and has been selected as one of the 100 best rice terraces in Japan.

The contrast between the green of the trees and the green of the rice terraces accentuates its beauty.

Of course, the rice grown here is also delicious.

Apparently some people have become addicted to this town after experiencing the taste of rice that is carefully grown in such a well-equipped environment.

[Address] Dandan rice fields in Fukano, Iinan-cho , Iinan Town Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture

[Access by public transport] From JR/Kintetsu Matsusaka Station, take the bus bound for Iitaka Regional Promotion Bureau for 35 minutes, get off at Fukano and walk for 20 minutes

[Access by car] 30 minutes by car from Matsusaka IC on the Ise Expressway via National Route 166

For more information, please click here: https://www.kankomie.or.jp/report/1065

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These are our top 4 recommended nature spots in Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture !

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If you want to experience nature and refresh yourself, be sure to visit Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture .

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