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Okayama to Mie

Updated: March 13, 2024 05:51 PM

Okayama to Mie

Language

Japanese is the official language of both Okayama and Mie prefectures.

Currency

The Japanese yen (JPY) is the official currency of both Okayama and Mie prefectures.

Distance

The distance between Okayama and Mie is approximately 400 kilometers (250 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Mie from Okayama:

  • By train: The JR Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train) is the fastest and most convenient way to travel between Okayama and Mie. The journey takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate services between Okayama and Mie. The journey takes about 6 hours.
  • By car: The drive from Okayama to Mie takes about 5 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Okayama to Mie will vary depending on the method of transportation and the time of year. Here is a general estimate of the costs:

  • By train: A one-way ticket on the JR Tokaido Shinkansen costs around 14,000 JPY.
  • By bus: A one-way bus ticket costs around 5,000 JPY.
  • By car: The cost of gas and tolls will vary depending on the distance traveled and the type of vehicle.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Mie is during the spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and pleasant. However, Mie is a popular tourist destination year-round, so there is no bad time to visit.

What to Eat

Mie is famous for its seafood, especially its Ise shrimp and Matsusaka beef. Other local specialties include Ise udon (thick noodles served in a sweet soy sauce), Yokkaichi tonkatsu (pork cutlet), and Matsusaka ramen (noodles served in a rich pork broth).

Where to Go

Mie is home to many popular tourist destinations, including:

  • Ise Shrine: One of the most important Shinto shrines in Japan, Ise Shrine is dedicated to the sun goddess Amaterasu-omikami.
  • Nabana no Sato: A beautiful flower park that is especially popular during the winter months when it is illuminated with millions of lights.
  • Shima Spain Village: A theme park that is modeled after a Spanish town.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Okayama to Mie:

  • What is the fastest way to get from Okayama to Mie? The fastest way to get from Okayama to Mie is by train. The JR Tokaido Shinkansen (bullet train) takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • What is the cheapest way to get from Okayama to Mie? The cheapest way to get from Okayama to Mie is by bus. A one-way bus ticket costs around 5,000 JPY.
  • What is the best time to visit Mie? The best time to visit Mie is during the spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) when the weather is mild and pleasant.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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