7 scenic spots in Matsusaka City, Mie Prefecture ! Introducing the must-see spots

Introducing photogenic spots in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture !

Matsusaka City is located in the Chuo of Mie Prefecture , adjacent to Kyoto Prefecture and Nara Prefecture .

Matsusaka City in Mie Prefecture has many scenic spots that are perfect for photos.

This time, we will introduce 7 breathtaking spots that you definitely should not miss in Matsusaka City.

*Photo provided by Fugamaru-chan, a photographer who takes photos of Mie Prefecture

①Kahada Gorge

Kahada Gorge is an area along National Route 166 in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture , and is a scenic spot with flying waterfalls and strangely shaped rocks stretching for about 40 km.

The beauty of the valley can be seen from National Route 166, along which runs the clear, emerald-green waters of the Kushida River. There are many activities in Kahada Gorge that allow you to fully enjoy the great outdoors, and we will introduce one of them here.

The place is a river that flows near "Haze Station." The most notable feature of this place is the high transparency of the river! When the water is high, you can see it shining emerald blue.

Getting there is very easy; just cross the suspension bridge next to Hase Station and you'll be able to descend to the river. The view from the bridge is also spectacular.

In the summer, the river is bustling with tourists, and as it is shallow and the current is gentle, even children can enjoy playing in it safely.

▲Canoeing at Kahada Gorge

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

For more information about Kahada Gorge, click here

2. Roadside Station Chakura Station

Roadside Station Chakura Station is located along National Route 166, and the stylish log cabin-style station building stands on top of a small hill.

The station building is two stories high, with a restaurant and souvenir corner on the first floor and a cafe space with tables and sofas on the second floor.

In early May, red and white azaleas bloom all around the station building. You will be overwhelmed by the wall of azaleas that is much taller than you.

The observation deck outside the station building is a spectacular spot where you can get a vast view of the town!

Click here for more information about Roadside Station Chakura Station

3. Dandan rice fields in Fukano

Fukano's Dandanta is a rice terrace in the Fukano area of ​​Mie Prefecture Town, Matsusaka Matsusaka City , Iinan Town . It has about 120 stone terraces built on the slope of a mountain. From the terraces you can get a panoramic view of the townscape and mountains of the Fukano area. It is easily accessible by car from National Route 166, and there is a dedicated tourist parking lot.

You can see the reflections of the surrounding scenery and sky on the surface of the water right after the rice terraces are filled with water. The reflections can be seen from late April to early May.

For more information on Fukano's Dandan Rice Terraces, one of Japan's 100 Best Rice Terraces, click here

④Matsusaka Castle Ruins

The ruins of Matsusaka Castle are the site of Matsusaka Castle, which was built by Gamou Ujisato in 1588, and is now a symbol of Matsusaka , with its magnificent Ishigaki remaining.

The sight of stones piled up in all different shapes and sizes is spectacular!

It is a spot where you can enjoy the four seasons, seeing cherry blossoms, plum blossoms, and wisteria in the spring, and autumn leaves in the fall.

For more information about Matsusaka Castle, click here

⑤ Castle guard house

Gojoban Yashiki is a samurai residence that was home to 20 samurai who served as guards of Matsusaka Castle at the end of the Edo period (around 1853-1868) and their families.

It is the largest of all surviving tenement samurai residences and was designated an Important Cultural Property of Japan in 2004.

Samurai residences line the grounds from the site of the back gate of Matsusaka Castle, and the stone-paved walkways are a particularly photogenic spot.

If you enjoy walking around town in a kimono, you can take photos that make you feel like you've traveled back in time.

For more information about the castle guard house, click here

Iinan High School Japanese maple

The Japanese maple tree at Iinan High School is a spot in Matsusaka City where you can see bright red autumn leaves. It is a magnificent Japanese maple tree that is about 25 meters tall and is located on the lawn of Mie Prefectural Iinan High School.

The leaves start turning Aka in early November and reach their peak in mid to late November.

The Japanese maple tree at Iinan High School is a giant tree with a trunk circumference of 4m, so when the leaves begin to fall, a beautiful red carpet spreads out over the surrounding area.

For more information about Iinan High School Hana no Ki, click here

⑦Tenkaizan Taiunji Temple

Finally, we will introduce another famous spot for viewing autumn leaves in Matsusaka City.

Located in the Hase district of Iitaka-cho, Matsusaka City , this is Tenkaizan Taiunji Temple, popularly known as the Kannon temple that grants fertility.

The autumn leaves at Taiunji Temple can be enjoyed from mid-November to early December. The charm of Taiunji Temple is that you can enjoy the elegant autumn scenery that combines the temple and the autumn leaves.

For more information about Tenkaizan Taiunji Temple, click here

summary

We have introduced a carefully selected list of scenic spots in Matsusaka City , Mie Prefecture .

Be sure to visit Matsusaka City, which is rich in history and nature.

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