Day Trip or Overnight 2-Day Trip to Ise-Shima from Tokyo

Think a Trip to Ise-Shima from Tokyo Is Out of Reach? Think Again!

Day Trip or Overnight 2-Day Trip to Ise-Shima from Tokyo

Does Ise-Shima feel too far from Tokyo?

Actually, you can take a day trip to Ise-Shima even from the Tokyo metropolitan area.
It might mean an early start, but why not wake up a little earlier than usual and visit Ise-Shima?
If you have more time, staying overnight for a 2-day trip is also a great option.
Ready to head to Ise-Shima?

Required Time:Day Trip or 2 Days, 1 Night
Means of Transportation:Train and Bus

START

From Tokyo Station, take the first JR Shinkansen to Nagoya Station (about 1 hour 35 minutes)

From Kintetsu Nagoya Station, take the Kintetsu Limited Express to Ise City Station (about 1 hour 25 minutes)

About 15 minutes on foot

Ise Jingu (Geku)

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Geku is dedicated to Toyo'uke-no-omikami. The abundantly green precincts of Geku extend over about 89 hectares. Enshrining Toyouke Omikami, this outer sanctuary is dedicated mainly to industry and food, clothing and shelter. This part of the sacred circuit can feel like a relaxing stroll though dappled light under the trees.

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From Geku-mae Bus Stop, take a Sanco Bus for about 20 minutes

Ise Jingu (Naiku)

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Naiku is the most venerable sanctuary in Japan. Here is dedicated to Amaterasu-omikami, the ancestral deity of the Imperial family and also the tutelary deity of the nation. When you cross Uji Bridge, the extensive inner shrine precincts of Naiku are marked by a Japanese cypress, which serves as a torii (gateway). The immense grounds, through which the Isuzu River flows, include twelve auxiliary jinjas as well as the main shrine dedicated to Amaterasu-omikami.

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About 5 minutes on foot

Oharai-machi

A town developed in front of the torii gate of the Ise Jingu Inner Shrine

Oharai-machi is a prosperous town in front of the torii gate of the Ise Jingu Inner Shrine.
The stone-paved street, which stretches about 800 meters along the Isuzu River, is filled with historical buildings and a retro atmosphere typical of Oise-san.
The streets are lined with many souvenir stores and restaurants, and you can enjoy walking around the town after visiting the shrine.
If you go through the Seko alley from Oharai-machi street, you will come to the riverside of the Isuzu River.
A stroll along the Isuzu River while gazing at its clear waters is also recommended.

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From Naiku-mae Bus Stop, take a Sanco Bus to Kintetsu Isuzugawa Station (about 6 minutes)

From Kintetsu Isuzugawa Station, take a train to Kintetsu Kashikojima Station (about 40 minutes)

Kashikojima Espana Cruise

The 50-minute sightseeing cruise of Ago Bay.

The 50-minute sightseeing cruise of Ago Bay aboard the Spanish-themed pleasure boat Esperanza stops by at a mock-up cultured pearl factory, where visitors can watch nucleus implanting. The boat has a pleasant lookout deck.

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From Kintetsu Kashikojima Station, take a Kintetsu Limited Express to Kintetsu Toba Station (about 30 minutes)

Buffet Restaurant Toba Marche

A Local Food Buffet and Farmers' Market Near Toba Station

This buffet restaurant is located within Toba Marche, featuring dishes made from locally sourced fresh agricultural and marine products. The restaurant focuses on themes of food and health, offering an array of options made from local ingredients.

In addition to the buffet, you’ll find a selection of prepared deli items for sale and popular takeout options like soft serve ice cream made with the locally grown Red Pearl strawberries.

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About 5 minutes on foot

Toba Marine Terminal

Designed to resemble a string of pearls, the terminal’s exterior is an homage to Toba’s pearl heritage. Inside, you’ll find a hall, a deck with ocean views, and a café space, making it a spot to relax as well as the departure point for regular ferry services.
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