Toba Observation Deck Ama no Terrace (鳥羽展望台 海女のテラス)

Flow of the course

About this spot

An observation deck along the Pearl Road in Ise-Shima National Park, located in Kuzaki-cho, Toba City, Mie Prefecture. It is not normally open at night, but every year on New Year's Day only, it opens early in the morning, allowing visitors to view everything from a sky full of stars to the dawn and the year's first sunrise (according to the facility's official website). Most recently, on New Year's Day 2026, the entrance gate opened at 2:00, and business hours were 6:00-16:00 (last order 15:00). It's about a 40-47 minute drive from Ise Jingu Naiku.

Season & hours

Tips

The parking lot typically fills up before sunrise every year, so early arrival is recommended. Parking is free with 250 spaces. Nighttime entry is only possible during this New Year's Day early morning session; the facility is closed at night on any other date. The exact 2027 business hours are typically announced around December, so check the official website before departing. Warm clothing is essential.

Best time to visit

Before dawn through sunrise (2026 sunrise was around 6:55)

Access & map

3-3 Aza Odake, Kuzaki-cho, Toba City, Mie 517-0031