Akiya in Shima City, Mie

Shima City is known for its rich maritime heritage and is part of the Ise-Shima National Park. It's famous for pearl cultivation, offering a unique insight into pearl farming at the Mikimoto Pearl Island. The city is close to Ise Grand Shrine, one of Japan's most sacred Shinto shrines. Local cuisine includes seafood, particularly oysters and the traditional Matsusaka beef.