Ise-Shima National Park, Japan

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Local name: 伊勢志摩国立公園 Area: 295.58 mi²Elevation: 617 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 34°22'52"N, 136°43'34"E
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Ise-Shima National Park Top Attractions

Ise-Shima National Park Attractions - What to See and Explore

Ise-Shima National Park offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Ise Grand Shrine, Meoto Iwa, Sakatejima, Kongōshō-ji. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • ise grand shrine ise shima national park
    7th-century Shinto shrine compound

    Ise Grand Shrine

    The Ise Grand Shrine, also known as Ise Jingu, is a paramount sacred site in the Shinto religion, nestled in the city of Ise within the verdant embrace of the Ise-Shima National Park, Japan. This spiritual complex is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu-omikami...

  • meoto iwa ise shima national park
    Natural attraction • Beach • Marina

    Meoto Iwa

    Meoto Iwa, or the Married Couple Rocks, are two rocky stacks in the sea off Ise, Mie, Japan. They are joined by a shimenawa and are considered sacred by worshippers at the neighboring Futami Okitama Shrine. According to Shinto, the rocks represent the union of the creator kami, Izanagi and Izanami.

  • sakatejima ise shima national park
    Area

    Sakatejima

    Sakatejima also known as Sakate Sima, Sakate-jima, or Sakate-shima, is an island located in Ise Bay off the east coast of central Honshu, Japan. It is administered as part of the city of Toba in Mie Prefecture.

  • kongosho ji ise shima national park
    Sacred and religious sites • Temple

    Kongōshō-ji

    Kongōshō-ji is a Rinzai school Zen Buddhist temple in the Asamacho neighborhood of the city of Ise, Mie Prefecture Japan. Its main image is a statue of Kokūzō Bosatsu.

  • anorisaki lighthouse ise shima national park
    Lighthouse • Vernacular architecture

    Anorisaki Lighthouse

    Anorisaki Lighthouse is a lighthouse on the top of Shima Peninsula in the city of Shima, Mie Prefecture, Japan.

  • kamiji dam ise shima national park
    Dam

    Kamiji Dam

    Kamiji Dam is a dam in Shima, Mie Prefecture, Japan.

  • haino bo wu guan ise shima national park
    Museum

    Haino bo wu guan

    Toba Sea-Folk Museum is a museum dedicated to the area's fishing traditions in Toba, Mie Prefecture, Japan. Having first opened as the private Sea-Folk Museum in 1971, the museum reopened in its current location in 1992, and in 2017 was reestablished as a public, municipal museum under its current name.

  • erihara dam ise shima national park
    Dam

    Erihara Dam

    Erihara Dam is a dam in Shima, Mie Prefecture, Japan.

  • toba national college of maritime technology ise shima national park
    Universities and schools

    Toba National College of Maritime Technology

    Toba National College of Maritime Technology is one of five maritime colleges in Japan. Established in 1881, it is the oldest continuously-operated national maritime college in the country.

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Day trips

Ise-Shima National Park – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Ise-Shima National Park, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Kimpusen-ji (Yoshino), Okazaki Castle (Okazaki), Iga Ueno Castle (Iga).

  • kimpusen ji yoshino49 milesW
    Historical place, Sacred and religious sites, Temple

    Kimpusen-ji, Yoshino

    Nestled in the sacred mountains of Yoshino, Japan, Kimpusen-ji Temple stands as a beacon of spiritual significance and architectural beauty. As one of the largest wooden structures in Japan, this ancient temple is a testament to the religious heritage and craftsmanship...

  • okazaki castle47 milesNE
    Historical place, Forts and castles

    Okazaki Castle, Okazaki

    Nestled in the heart of the city of Okazaki, Japan, Okazaki Castle serves as a historical beacon that has withstood the test of time. This iconic fortress, which is the birthplace of one of Japan's most revered shoguns, Tokugawa Ieyasu, dates back to the 15th century.

  • iga ueno castle43 milesNW
    Museum in a castle known for tall walls

    Iga Ueno Castle, Iga

    Iga Ueno Castle, also known as Ueno Castle is a Japanese castle located in the city of Iga, Mie Prefecture in the Kansai region of Japan.

  • lagunasia mikawa wan quasi national park43 milesNE
    Theme park, Amusement park

    Lagunasia, Mikawa-wan Quasi-National Park

    Lagunasia is an amusement park in Gamagōri, Aichi, Japan. It is home to the Aqua Wind, Pirates' Blast and Stellar roller coasters. The park was also the first Magiquest live role playing game location outside of the United States. Lagunasia was opened on April 25, 2002.

  • toyokawa inari toyohashi49 milesNE
    Temple, Sacred and religious sites

    Toyokawa Inari, Toyohashi

    Toyokawa Inari is the popular name for a Buddhist temple of the Sōtō sect located in the city of Toyokawa in eastern Aichi Prefecture, Japan. The temple’s true name is 妙厳寺, or full name is Enpukuzan Toyokawa-kaku, Myōgon-ji.

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Best Time To Visit Ise-Shima National Park

Learn when is the best time to travel to Ise-Shima National Park weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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May and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, April and November.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and February.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in January and December. Most of it rains in September.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Ise-Shima National Park?

The top attractions to visit in Ise-Shima National Park are:

What is the best time to visit Ise-Shima National Park?

May and August are the busiest months in this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in March, April and November. The highest air temperature is in July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and February.

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