A classic day trip to Ise-Toba, Japan | Ise Grand Shrine & Toba Aquarium / Mikimoto Pearl Island & Meoto-Iwa (Wedded Rocks) | Round trip from Nagoya

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Starting from Nagoya city, embark on a one-day cultural and natural experience tour of Mie Prefecture.

First, visit Ise Grand Shrine, known as a place every Japanese person should visit at least once in their lifetime. It enshrines Amaterasu, the ancestral deity of the Japanese Imperial Family, and is steeped in history and exudes a sacred and solemn atmosphere. After visiting the Outer Shrine and Inner Shrine, you can stroll through the bustling Oharai and Okage Yokocho streets, experiencing the charm of the Edo period and enjoying local delicacies such as Ise udon noodles and Akafuku mochi.

Next, we will visit Mikimoto Pearl Island in Toba Bay, the birthplace of the world's first cultured pearl. Here, you can not only visit the Pearl Museum and admire various pearl jewelry, but also watch a live demonstration of traditional pearl diving by "Ama" (female divers) dressed in white, gaining a deeper understanding of the origin and heritage of Japanese pearl culture.

If you choose not to visit Pearl Island, you can also visit the nearby Toba Aquarium—Asia's only aquarium showcasing the rare "mermaid," the dugong (manatee). The aquarium displays over 1,200 marine creatures and is a paradise for families and nature lovers.

Finally, we will visit Futami Kogyoku Shrine, located on the Futamiura coast, where we can pray for good fortune and peace at this shrine whose sacred symbol is the "Meoto Iwa" (couple rocks). This place has been a place of purification for those going to Ise Grand Shrine since ancient times, and its atmosphere is tranquil and peaceful.

After a fulfilling day, we took a bus back to Nagoya city, concluding this enriching trip that blended Japanese religious culture, marine experiences, and spiritual prayers.

• Trip suggestion reminder: Mikimoto Shinjujima Island vs. Toba Aquarium (choose one)

Mikimoto Pearl Island: Suitable for travelers interested in Japanese pearl culture and history, or adults who prefer static visits and cultural experiences.

Toba Aquarium: Suitable for family trips, couples, or guests who love marine life. The venue is diverse, lively, interesting, and highly interactive.

Sunny day: Pearl Island is recommended, as the outdoor haenyeo (female divers) performance is the best to watch.

Rainy days: We recommend the aquarium, as it's entirely indoors and the trip won't be affected by the weather.

- Things to know beforehand -

• The group size is 6-45 people.
• Small group tours are for 1-13 people; large bus tours are for 22-45 people. The actual number of people will be adjusted according to the number of people on the day.
• For groups of 14 or fewer, the driver will also serve as the tour leader (who speaks Chinese and basic English); for groups of 14-45, an additional tour leader (who speaks Chinese and basic English) will be added.
• Reference vehicle types: 5-8 seater: Toyota Alphard or equivalent; 9-14 seater: Toyota Hatch or equivalent; 18-22 seater: minivan; 22 or more seater: bus. The above vehicles are for reference only; the actual vehicle model will be adjusted according to the number of passengers on the day of the trip.
• Children aged 0-2 years old travel free for large groups (if they do not occupy a seat); children 3 years and older pay the same price as adults. Groups of 13 or fewer cannot exceed this limit; children pay the same price as adults. (Please note if you are booking with children.)
• Each passenger may bring one light handbag. For suitcases or larger luggage, an additional 2000 yen will be charged per item on-site. Please contact us in advance or indicate this in the order notes.