Mikimoto Pearl Island

Information

The small island is the home of the world-famous Mikimoto Pearls and is where Kokichi Mikimoto succeeded in developing the world’s first cultured pearls in 1893. Perl Museum in the island showcases many beautiful pearl products and explains the process of making cultured pearls. Kokichi Mikimoto Memorial Hall introduces his life and achievements. Visitors can also watch Ama (female divers) who demonstrate diving for collecting pearl oysters.

Opening Hours

8:30 – 17:30 *varies according to the season

Closed

The 2nd Monday through the 3rd Friday in December

Price / Entrance Fee

1,500 yen (General, Adult)
750 yen (Child)

Access / Public Transport

5 minutes walk from Toba Station on the JR lines, Kintetsu Toba Line or Kintetsu Shima Line

Address / Location

1-7-1, Toba, Toba-shi, Mie, 517-8511

Tweets

Fashion Dreams @fashiondreambot - 2020-01-17: The hottest thing right now is a Thomas Kinkaide jacket for when Marcia Brady goes to Mikimoto Pearl Island.
All Japan Tours @AllJapanTours - 2020-01-01: On Mikimoto, you can watch 'ama' women dive for pearls!

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Lydia Morrison @LydiaMorrison86 - 2019-06-28: @bloodyrooster1 I visited the Mikimoto Pearl Island in Japan where they do pearl aquaculture. Toured the facilities… https://t.co/FnANzSQw0v
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Sharon's Stones @Sharons_Stones - 2019-04-28: Pearl Facts & Trivia

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