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Enjoying not only the destination but also the journey itself – that's the charm of pilgrimage culture. The "CAMINO SHIMA" campaign, themed around this, is currently being held at Shima Mediterranean Village. We introduce a special journey where the cultures and cuisines of Shima and Spain meet.
CAMINO SHIMAThis is a stay campaign at Shima Mediterranean Village, themed around two pilgrimage cultures: the Ise Shrine pilgrimage and the Camino de Santiago in Spain.
"CAMINO" means "road" in Spanish. It's not just about rushing to your destination, but about savoring the journey itself. CAMINO SHIMA proposes ways to enjoy this "road" through five "detours."
Through "Five Detours," you can experience two stories of travel, including a "Bookshelf of the Road" lined with books about pilgrimage and travel, a limited menu that lets you enjoy the food culture of Shima and Spain, an experience of making scallop shell votive tablets to entrust your wishes to, talk events and craft workshops.
At Ise Grand Shrine, various events have begun in preparation for the Shikinen Sengu (rebuilding of the shrine) that takes place once every 20 years, and many people are visiting Ise-Shima.
The event will unfold over approximately seven years until the next Shikinen Sengu (periodic rebuilding of the shrine) in 2033, with themes and experiences changing slightly each year, making it appealing to discover unique experiences each time.
Shima Mediterranean Village will be launching a special stay campaign, "CAMINO SHIMA," in conjunction with the 64th Shikinen Sengu (periodic rebuilding of the shrine) to be held in the autumn of 2033.
The journey to Ise Grand Shrine has long been said to be something one should do at least once in their lifetime. Ise-Shima, the setting for this journey, has a deep and long-standing connection to the area.
Since ancient times, Shima has been known as a "Miketsukuni" (a region that supplied food to the imperial court), offering seafood to the imperial court and Ise Grand Shrine. Even today, abalone and spiny lobster are offered to the shrine as sacred food, and the connection with the shrine through the bounty of the sea continues to this day.
After visiting Ise Grand Shrine, we'll spend a little more time relaxing in Shima.
By experiencing the unique food, culture, and nature of this region, your trip to Ise-Shima will gain even more depth.
The Camino de Santiago, one of the world's three major pilgrimages, leads to Santiago de Compostela in northwestern Spain.
Regardless of the country or culture, both are pilgrimage routes that many people wish to visit at least once in their lives, and which have been walked by countless individuals.
Furthermore, the Galicia region of Spain, the final destination of the pilgrimage, and the Shima Peninsula share the commonality of beautiful ria coastlines. The cultures and lifestyles nurtured by the sea, and the leisurely pace of life in these distant lands, possess a certain charm that connects them in some way.
CAMINO SHIMA offers a unique Shima experience, exploring the history, culture, and cuisine of Shima, centered around two pilgrimage cultures: the Ise Shrine pilgrimage and the Camino de Santiago.
This project, unique to Shima Mediterranean Village, was born from the desire to allow visitors to slowly enjoy the journey itself, while savoring the ingredients of Ise-Shima, experiencing the stories that thrive in this land, and feeling the pilgrimage culture.
A special collection of books about travel and culture, including pilgrimages to Ise Shrine and the Camino de Santiago, is available. Learning about the background and history of these journeys will make the time that is about to begin even more special.
CAMINO SHIMA offers a unique culinary experience where Shima's abundant ingredients meet Spanish food culture. The menu features limited-time offerings inspired by the image of "working together and sharing" in the Mikibiki festival and the flavors of the Galicia region.
You can enjoy dishes that can only be tasted here, such as Shima's local specialty "Tekone Sushi" and original desserts inspired by the Mikihikisha (a type of wooden float).
The cafe also sells curry made with "Ise chicken," which is known as an offering to Ise Grand Shrine.
Furthermore, the presence of "night bars" where you can enjoy the Spanish nighttime atmosphere makes it an attractive destination that can be enjoyed all day long.
A small "treasure" to bring back memories of your trip.
We offer a selection of unique Ise products, including confectionery celebrating the 63rd Shikinen Sengu (periodic rebuilding of the shrine) and commemorative goods featuring motifs from the Okihiki (log-hauling) and Shikinen Sengu. Choose them as a memento of your trip or as a gift for someone special.
Scallop shells are known as a symbol of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage. Following this tradition, you can enjoy the experience of writing your wishes on scallop shells to create lasting memories of your journey.
This is a unique "CAMINO SHIMA" experience that allows you to turn your time spent in Ise-Shima and your wishes into tangible form.
"Tower of Love" is on sale at the craft workshop "Recuerdos" (300 yen each).
Mini-talks will be held on themes such as pilgrimages to Ise Shrine and the Camino de Santiago, as well as the culture and history of Shima. Understanding the background of these journeys will make the scenery, food, and encounters with people even more memorable.
| Target | For guests staying at "Shima Mediterranean Village" |
| Time | 17:00~ (about 30 minutes) |
| Place | Caja Libre |
The village's craft workshops offer craft experiences where you can take home a memento of your trip. Creating a lamp inspired by the "Botafumeiro" (large incense burner) of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, or making any other original piece you can only make here, will be a special memento of your trip to Ise-Shima.
After experiencing these two pilgrimage cultures, be sure to extend your trip to explore other parts of Shima.
Izawa Shrine, a sub-shrine of the Grand Shrine of Ise (Naiku) located in Isobe-cho, Shima City, has a history dating back to when Princess Yamato-hime traveled around Shima Province to determine the "offering grounds" from which food to be offered to the Grand Shrine would be gathered. It continues to tell the story of the deep connection between the Grand Shrine and Shima, the land of imperial food.
In the future, guided tours will be planned that will start from Shima Mediterranean Village and explore the history and culture of Shima, including Izawa Shrine.
A new style of travel is beginning, where you can not only enjoy your stay but also explore Shima while experiencing the local stories.
Shima Mediterranean Village, the setting for "CAMINO SHIMA," is a resort facility spread across a superb location overlooking Ago Bay.
The streets lined with white walls, cobblestone alleys, and buildings exuding an exotic atmosphere make you feel as if you've visited a Spanish port town. You can enjoy dishes made with Shima's local ingredients at the restaurants, and the opportunity to relax and forget about time while staying overnight is a major attraction.
The scenery you can only experience by staying overnight, and the slower pace of time, will make your trip even more memorable.
CAMINO SHIMA is not a one-time event.
This is a long-running campaign that will evolve over approximately seven years leading up to the Shikinen Sengu (periodic rebuilding of the shrine), with themes, experiences, and limited-time menus changing slightly each year. There will be sights, tastes, and experiences that you can only encounter this year, and you'll discover something new every time you visit.
Add another special story to your trip to Ise Grand Shrine.
Why not take the first step on your own unique journey at "CAMINO SHIMA," an experience you can only have at Shima Mediterranean Village?
| Campaign name | CAMINO SHIMA |
| Dates | July 2026 to around autumn 2033 (planned) |
Information
| contact information | village&Hotel Shima Mediterranean Village |
| Phone | 0599-52-1336 (Reservation-only number / Reception hours: 9:00 AM - 18:00 PM) |
| Address | 2619-1 Hakoko, Hamajima-cho, Shima City, Mie Prefecture |
| Business hours | <For overnight stays> Check-in 15:00, Check-out 11:00 *Prices may vary depending on the plan. <Day trip use> 10: 00-17: 00 (16:30 last reception) |
| Holiday | September 2-4, October 28-30, 2026, etc. ※Detail isShima Mediterranean Village OfficialHPto check more details. |
| Price | <For overnight stays> Depends on the plan <Day-trip entrance fee> Adults (junior high school age and older): 700 yen; Elementary school students: 300 yen; Infants and younger: Free Pet (1 animal): 300 yen |
| How to get to Yokoyama Viewpoint ? | <Public transportation> Approximately 15 minutes by taxi or free shuttle bus (priority given to hotel guests) from Kintetsu Ugata Station. Alternatively, take a water taxi (Entrada Kashikojima) from Kintetsu "Kashikojima Station" for approximately 12 minutes. <Car> Approximately 50 minutes by car from Tamaki Interchange on the Ise Expressway, and approximately 30 minutes from Shiraki Interchange on the Second Ise Expressway. |
| Parking Lot | will get |
| HP | https://www.puebloamigo.jp/ |
