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From the locals
Stop wondering where the best spots are and start hearing it from the people who live here. Our local community shares their favorite ways to experience the area, from hidden hiking trails to uncovering Toba's rich history.


Hidden Toba Walk | A Guided Backstreet Food Tour
This food-themed walk is an excellent introduction to Toba because it takes you right into the heart of our local culinary history.
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Toba to Shima Scenic Drive | Pearl Road Coastal Views
There is no better way than driving the Pearl Road to experience the actual scale of the Ise-Shima region.
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Ama Hut Experience in Toba | Meet a Real Ama Diver
The Ama way of life is centered on sustainability, as they dive without oxygen tanks to manage sea resources while maintaining their livelihoods.
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Mount Aonomine Hike | Shofukuji Temple in Ise-Shima
While the mountains in Ise-Shima National Park are relatively low in altitude, many of them offer wonderful views from the top.
3 min read


Hike to Isawa Shrine | Breathtaking Views Near Toba
If you are looking for a short hike that perfectly captures the relationship between Toba’s forests and the sea, the trail to Isawa Shrine is calling.
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Summer in Toba | Beaches, Sea & Adventure Guide
The temperatures are high, but Toba hits its stride during the summer season.
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Spring in Toba | Flowers, Sea Breezes & Cherry Blossoms
This is the time when everyone enjoys the outdoors before the heat and humidity of summer arrive.
3 min read


Toba Sea Kayak & Snorkel Tour | Deserted Island Trip
If you want to explore Japan’s outdoors, make sure you don’t overlook its shores.
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Harvest Your Own Wakame | Spring Tour in Toba
There are some experiences that don’t feel like activities so much as shared moments. The wakame harvesting tour in Toba is one of them.
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Historic Toba | Pirates, Pearls & a Famous Novel
Long before it became known for pearls and coastal scenery, its waters were crossed by naval fleets, fishermen, divers, and travelers whose lives depended on the tides.
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