Miyagawa Tsutsumi Park 宮川堤公園

While visiting Ise-jingu Shrine and the other local sites, take a break from the bustling streets and souvenir stalls to relax in the park. The spacious surrounds of Miyagawa Tsutsumi Park are perfect for a picnic or leisurely stroll.

The park is accessible by train then bus.

A bus from Iseshi Station, which is served by the JR and Kintetsu lines, can get you to the park in five to 10 minutes, depending on traffic. Get off at Wataraibashi bus stop.

This park in central Ise runs along the banks of the Miyagawa River near the Watarai Bridge.

When the more than 1,000 cherry blossom trees bloom, the flowers attract merrymakers who gather to drink and eat under their pink canopies. You can bring your own meal or pick something tasty from one of the food stalls that set up in the northern part of the park. If you're serious about getting a good spot, lay down your tarp and make sure to come early so you can beat the crowds.

If you can't make it during the day in cherry blossom season, you can still see the trees when they are lit up at night.