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<td width="70%"><font size="-1">Located in the center of Japan, Mie has prospered
as a corridor between eastern and western Japan since ancient times. Blessed
with a mild climate and spectacular setting between mountains and the sea,
Mie features many sites that reflect the rich historical legacy of the region.
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Are you ready for a tour through Mie? <br>
Here is an introduction to some of the highlights of Mie Prefecture. <br>
Mie is proximate to Nara and Kyoto and easily accessible from Tokyo, Nagoya,
and Osaka, and many visitors come to Mie throughout the year. <br>
If you are in the Kyoto vicinity, be sure to include Mie in your travel
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