Quarterly Tourism Mie vol.102 Spring issue

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North area Central area Iga, Kameyama, Tsu, Matsuzaka, TobaIga, Kameyama, Tsu, Matsuzaka, TobaCastle TourIga Ueno CastleIseKameyama Castle SiteTotsu Castle SiteToba Castle SiteMatsuzaka Castle SiteThe castle was built by Honda Tadakatsu in 1601, which took 10 years to complete. It was called "Fan Castle" because the enclosure was almost square, but curved only on one eastern side. KyukaPark, which uses the ruins of the Honmaru and Ninomaru of Kuwana Castle, is well known for its cherry blossoms and azaleas. KuwanaCity Bussan Tourist Information Center TEL 0594-21-5416Five-minute walk from Honmachi bus stop on the city A circular bus from JR/Kintetsu Kuwana Station. KuwanaCity Kuwana Castle RuinsThe only existing castle structure in the prefecture, Kuwana Castle was built by Okamoto Yoshikatsu in 1590. Although most of the castle grounds were demolished in 1876 when the castle was ordered to be abandoned, the Tamon Yagura (tower), which rises above the high stonewalls, still retains the same atmosphere as it did in the past. Kameyama Park, where the turret of Tamon Yagura of Kameyama Castle is located, is well known as a cherry blossom viewing spot. KameyamaCity TakatoraTodo Tourist Association TEL 0595-97-887710 min. walk from JR Kameyama Station. KameyamaCity Kameyama Castle RuinsThe ruins of Kameyama Castle are selected as one of the 100 best castles in Japan. In the southeast corner of the Nishinomaru, there is a border between the old castle wall and the newly piled stones, which reminds us of the before and after renovation by Takatora, a master builder of castles. In the castle park, cherry blossoms bloom in spring, creating an emotional atmosphere. TsuCity Tourist Association TEL 059-246-9020 15 min. walk from Kintetsu Tsu Shinmachi Stn. TsuCity Ruins of Tsu Castle Ruins of Tsu Castle Ruins of Tsu Castle Ruins Qiaojiao markerThis flat mountain castle was built on a plateau 30 m high in 1569 (Eiroku 12) by Nobukane, brother of Oda Nobunaga, as a temporary castle for Tsu Castle, and it is thought that the castle tower and main castle were built here. The castle is now maintained as Honjoyama Youth Park, and an observatory overlooking Ise Bay has been built at the site of the castle tower. TsuCity Ise Ueno Castle RuinsThe 7th Tsu Ekimae Street Festival also features the unveiling of the 2018 Tsu Queen! There will be many fun events such as Genkitama Taiko drum performances, the unveiling of the Tsu Queen, Yosakoi performances, the 3rd TsuGyoza early-eating contest and other stages, street performances, gourmet & product exhibitions, and more! Location 4/8 (Sun.) Place: Hashomachi Street in front of Tsu Station TsuCity TsuCity kawage General Branch Office TEL 059-244-1700 Resource Room: Every Sunday (April to end of November) 10:00-15:00 Approx. 15 min. walk from Kintetsu Toyotsu Ueno Station Resource Room: Free admission Q&A time KyukaPark Sakura Festival 4/1 (Sun.) to 15 (Sun.) Someiyoshino cherry trees, weeping cherry trees and more Someiyoshino cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, etc. will be in full bloom. Someiyoshino cherry trees and weeping cherry trees will be in full bloom! KyukaPark About 550 azaleas (hirado azalea and omurasaki azalea) will be in full bloom, delighting walkers. There is also a history museum on the second floor of the observatory! It is said that "E", the youngest of the three Asai sisters, lived with her mother Oichi no Kata, Chasa, and Hatsu until she was 7 years old, and related materials are available for viewing. The cherry blossoms in Kameyama Park are at their best from late March to early April! The cherry blossoms in Kameyama Park, with its undulating terrain, combined with the stone walls of the castle, remind us of the prosperity of those days. A special exhibition, "The Charm of the Ruins of Tsu Castle and the Kitabatake Clan House," will be held at the tourist information center in front of Tsu Station from March 13 (Tue.) to 25 (Sun.)! The exhibition introduces the ruins of Tsu Castle and the Kitabatake clan mansion using panels and a slide show! On 3/21 (Wed., national holiday), there will also be an "Interesting Seminar on Castles" where visitors can learn about the basic structure of castles in an easy-to-understand manner. The Kurube Museum of Ancient History in Kurube is related to the Jinshin Rebellion and Emperor Shomu's march to the east in spring. The Kurube Ancient History Museum introduces the charm of the ruins through excavated artifacts and videos! You may feel like an ancient person when you try on ancient costumes and write on wooden letters. YokkaichiCity Board of Education TEL 059-354-82409:00-17:00 *Closed every Monday and Tuesday after April. 5 min. by car from Yokkaichi Higashi IC on Higashimeihan Expressway. YokkaichiCity Visitors can also enjoy the experience of trying on ancient costumes! SuzukaCity Dinosaurs return to the Suzuka Sakura Festival! 3/25 (Sun.), open at 15:00! Place: Asahi Kasei Corporation Suzuka Plant Cherry Blossom Lined Trees and Athletic Field The dinosaurs that ran amok at last year's festival will be back with even more power! This year's event will focus on hands-on activities for everyone to enjoy. You can also taste many local delicacies! Suzuka Cherry Blossom Festival 2018Jiqiqiqiqiqi Suzuka Cherry Blossom Festival Executive Committee TEL 059-378-000710:00-17:00About 9 minutes walk from Kintetsu Hirata-cho Station YokkaichiCity Board of EducationProvided by NEW Inosan Farm "Strawberry Picking "Strawberry garden created by a vegetable sommelierYou can also enjoy several varieties of strawberries and they are delicious with reduced agricultural chemicals, You can enjoy strawberries with a focus on safety. TEL 059-264-055010:00-17:00 (last admission at 16:15) *Closed on Mondays and Thursdays. 15 min. walk from Kintetsu Sakakibara-onsenguchi Station Strawberry picking (~3/31): Adults (junior high school students and older) 1,800 yen (with 100 yen golden ticket), children (elementary school students) 1,500 yen, toddlers (3 years old or older and under elementary school students) 1,300 yen Q&A between periods During the event - around late May (ends when they are gone) TsuCity Hinotani Onsen MisugiResort "Renewed Large Bath in the Forest" Hinotani Onsen, which makes your skin smooth and fair, was renewed! Heal yourself in a premium cypress bath using wood from Misugi cedars or in the specialty, the sleeping bath! Also, a new beer bath containing Hi-no-Tani beer made at MisugiResort will be available. 2/25 (Sun.) Renewal TsuCity KomonoTown Yunoyama Onsen 1300th Anniversary Business Yunoyama Onsen, where legend has it that a wounded deer healed its wounds, is celebrating the 1,300th anniversary of its opening. To commemorate this event, various events will be held, including the sale of special tickets and commemorative events. KomonoTown Aquaignis Yunoyama Onsen Hot Springs Association TEL 059-392-2115 7 minutes by Mie Kotsu bus from Kintetsu Yunoyama Onsen Station to Sanko Yunoyama Onsen, and get off at the last stop. In addition to the standard strawberry picking, you can taste various menu items such as a tart with a whole ripe strawberry from TSUJIGUCHI FARM inside and strawberry yogurt with a lot of pulp! Each store offers a wide variety of strawberry-based menu items! Period During the festival～Saturday, March 31 Aquaignis TEL 059-394-77338 min. walk from Kintetsu Yunoyamaonsen StationStrawberry picking (40 min. all-you-can-eat): Adults 2,100 yen, Elementary school students 1,700 yen, 3 years old to under elementary school students 1,300 yen *Price may change after 5/7¥ Sakakibara Onsen Sakura FestivalLocal groups also have stalls! The festival is held amidst the cherry blossoms, which are usually at their best in early April. On the day of the festival, there will be Japanese drum performances, a building raising ceremony, a loud voice contest, and other events. Saturday, April 7 Place Sakakibara Nature Forest "Yunose" multipurpose square TsuCity Sakakibara Onsen Cherry Blossom Festival Executive Committee TEL 059-252-02209:00～13:00 9 km from Hisai IC on Ise Expressway Q&A Iga-Ueno Tourist Association TEL 0595-26-7788 (a company) KameyamaCity Tourist Association TEL 0595-97- 8877 （One company）TsuCity Tourist Association TEL 059-246-9020 （One company）MatsusakaCity Tourist Association TEL 0598-26-2822 （One company）TobaCity Tourist Association TEL 0599-25-3019 Each red seal is available at the following locations. Sales location: Iga-Ueno Castle (Ippan Shadan) KameyamaCity Tourist Information Center in front of other Tsu Sta. MatsusakaCity Tourist Information Center Toba Guide Center Inquiries *The application form for the stamp rally can be printed out from the website of the Tourist Information Center. Please contact us for more details! Commemorative red seal for climbing the castle is now on sale. Specialty products such as Iga beef, Matsusaka beef, Ise lobsters and abalones will be raffled off from the five tourist associations! Abalone Tsu Ekimae Street Club Office TEL 059-273-557010:00～17:00Shortly after getting off at JR/Kintetsu Tsu Station (East Exit)Inquiries: Inquiries: TEL 059-272-1155 (9:00～20:00)Approximately 40 minutes drive from Ise Expressway Hisai ICO One-day spa: 1,080 yen Experience fee: 1, 1, 944 yen 944 yen- Visitors can also enjoy a variety of hands-on experiences such as a baumkuchen class and a pizza class.