Points of Interest
- Ise shrine
- Mikimoto Pearl Island
Description
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Ise-jingu Shrine Complex
Dating back to the 7th century, the religious complex is home to 120 buildings made of solid cypress wood and use no nails but instead joined wood. After crossing the wooden bridge, you'll pass through a Tori gate to the Inner Shrine. Known as Naiku, it's dedicated to the Sun Goddess, Amaterasu, one of the most revered Shinto deities and, according to legend, Japan's emperors are her direct descendants. Geku, or Outer Shrine, is dedicated to the god of agriculture, rice harvest and industry. If you wish to make an offering, toss your coin into the alcove or offertory box. Bow deeply twice. Clap your hands together at chest height twice. Bow your head slightly, with your hands together and eyes closed. When complete, bow deeply once again.
Mikimoto Pearl Island
Nestled in Ise Bay, the island is known as the birthplace of culture pearl aquaculture. In 1892, local pearl farmer and merchant Kokichi Mikimoto made a groundbreaking invention when he discovered a way to culture perfectly round pearls. At the Pearl Museum, you can learn about his life and follow the growth of a pearl from the moment the shell is surgically implanted to the time it's harvested. You can also catch Ama, traditional women divers in white outfits, in live action as they demonstrate how they dive into the sea to harvest pearl oysters.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
A stop at the observatory of atop 1,820-foot-tall Mt. Asama provides breathtaking views of beautiful Ise Bay.
LUNCH
Enjoy a Japanese lunch at a local restaurant or hotel.
SHOPPING
You'll find impressively intricate pearl designs at the Mikimoto Pearl Island Gift Shop.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
Mikimoto Pearl Island is reached by a covered bridge and the green trees and manicured gardens make it a beautiful setting.
Special Notes:
This tour is not available on December 8th, 2019 (Voyage M944) due to operational reasons.This tour is not recommended to guests with walking difficulties. The path to Ise shrine is with gravels.
Visibility from Skyline is weather dependent.
Tour order may vary.
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Depart from the port to Ise Shrine for a visit to the inner shrine
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Time at site:
- 02:15
Depart from the port and visit Ise Shrine (outer shrine)
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Travel time:
- 00:30
- Time at site:
- 00:45
Tranfer to and visit Ise Shima Skyline
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 01:00
- Time at site:
- 00:15
Depart outer shrine and visit Ise shrine (Inner shrine)
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Travel time:
- 00:15
- Time at site:
- 01:15
Transfer to the pier for your boat cruise
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:20
Driving by Ise Shima Skyline and transfer to lunch venue (photo stop at observatory on the way)
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Travel time:
- 01:15
- Time at site:
- 01:00
Transfer to a local restaurant for lunch
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Time at site:
- 00:50
Transfer to and visit Mikimoto Island
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Time at site:
- 01:00
Transfer to and visit Mikimoto Island
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Transport Capacity:
- 40
- Travel time:
- 00:10
- Time at site:
- 01:00
Transfer back to the pier
- Transport type:
- Motorcoach
- Travel time:
- 00:20