Travel Shima Itinerary:2 days Must-do list in Shima

Day 1 | Morning

Shima Marine Land

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 1400 JPY

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-3 Hours

Location: 723-1 Kashikojima, Agocho, Shima 517-0502, Mie Prefecture

The Shima Sea World Aquarium houses many sunfish called "lazers in the sea", and visitors can watch them roam leisurely. In addition, there are more than 50 penguins showing their cute appearance, and the Ama attracts huge schools of fish to feed in the tank. This Ama feeding activity is also quite popular.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Shima Marine Land, Daiosaki Lighthouse next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Daiosaki Lighthouse

Opening Hours: Open from 1/1-2/29,9:00am-4:00pm;Open from 3/1-10/31,Mon-Fri,9:00am-4:00pm;Open from 3/1-10/31,Sat-Sun,9:00am-4:30pm;Open from 11/1-12/31,9:00am-4:00pm

Location: 54 Daiocho Nakiri, Shima, Mie 517-0603

Reviews from Real Guests:

Britlyn: I went on Saturday, and the weather was clear and windless. The sea was calm, the sea and the sky were the same color, and it was like a beautiful picture.

Rehema: It is said to be one of the 50 lighthouses in Japan. When you climb the lighthouse and look at the sea surface, you have a special taste.

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Daiosaki Lighthouse? Tabist Hotel Villa Daioh Resort Ise-Shima is one of your top choices.

Tabist Hotel Villa Daioh Resort Ise-Shima

Featuring free WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool and a barbecue, ヴィラ大王リゾート offers accommodation in Funakoshi, 28 km from Ise. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Each room at this resort is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. There is luggage storage space at the property. The area is popular for fishing and canoeing. Toba is 22 km from ヴィラ大王リゾート, while Matsuzaka is 45 km away. Chubu Airport is 65 km from the property.

Day 2 | Morning

Yokoyama

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-3 Hours

Location: Shima, Mie Prefecture 517-0501

The Yokoyama Observatory is 203 meters above sea level. From here, you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful Ria-style coast of Ago Bay. Looking out, you can see the complex coastline and many islands extending to the south that make up Ago Bay. It is one of the best in Ise Shima. It's a great place to take in the view and has also been awarded one star in the Michelin Guide.

Day 2 | Afternoon

After finishing the tour at Yokoyama, you can head to Shima Mediterranean Village, the most worth visiting place around the corner.

Shima Mediterranean Village

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-0.5 Days

Location: 2619-1 Hamajimachō Hazako, Shima, Mie 517-0403, Japan

Shima Mediterranean Village, located on the Shima Peninsula in Mie Prefecture, is a comprehensive resort integrating guest rooms, restaurants, and shopping malls. It is full of Spanish style everywhere, and it is a holy place that is very suitable for self-cultivation and tourism. The resort is divided into three areas: "Andalusia" imitating southern Spain, "Castilla" in central Spain, and "Sardinia", a small island floating on the Mediterranean Sea.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Jannette Yamamoto: I like this place , I will visit next week to see in person , can’t wait to see the beauty full ambiance 😘

Day 2 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Kashikojima is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Kashikojima

Property Location Located in Shima, THE HIRAMATSU HOTELS & RESORTS KASHIKOJIMA is by the sea, a 1-minute drive from Ise-Shima National Park and 7 minutes from Shima Marineland. This 4.5-star hotel is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from Ise-Shima National Park Yokoyama Visitor Center and 3.5 mi (5.6 km) from Yokoyama Observatory. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 8 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring refrigerators and minibars. Flat-screen televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature spring water baths and designer toiletries. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily. Amenities Enjoy recreation amenities such as hot springs or take in the view from a terrace. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Dining Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Breakfast is available for a fee. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A train station pick-up service is provided at no charge, and free self parking is available onsite.

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