When it comes to the Ise-Shima region, one cannot forget Kokichi Mikimoto, the “Pearl King” who successfully created the world’s first cultured pearls. Begin your journey at Mikimoto Pearl Island, located just a short walk from Toba Station.

Here, you can explore the Pearl Museum and deepen your understanding of pearls and their history.

Enjoy a seafood BBQ lunch served by traditional Ama female divers at an Ama hut like BBQ spot — a cultural highlight of the Ise-Shima region (※Advance reservation required).

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Alternatively, the guide can take you to a recommended local restaurant.

After a satisfying lunch, head to a scenic viewpoint. From Yokoyama Observatory in Shima City, take in the breathtaking panoramic view of the region’s unique rias coastline (saw-toothed coastline).

There’s also a café at the observatory where you can relax and enjoy a drink.

Venture out to the tip of the Shima Peninsula for a hands-on pearl extraction experience.

Try taking a pearl out of a shell yourself, guided by a former pearl farmer who will share insights into the process of cultured pearl.

(※Advance reservation required)