2026.03.24

[Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa] Matoya no Mori, a space that uses wood from Mie Prefecture and a wooden education kids space to learn while touching toys. Opened on April 1, 2026

Collaboration with workshops and local illustrators in Mie Prefecture. A stay-type resort where you can experience the forest of Ise-Shima. A special workshop will be held during Golden Week.

On Wednesday, April 1, 2026 the all-inclusive hotel "Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa" located on a hill overlooking Matoya-wan Bay on the Rias coast (Location: Kasatori, Isobe-cho, Shima City, Mie Prefecture / General Manager: Ryuya Sakano) will open a wood-growing kids space "Matoya no Mori" using wood from Mie Prefecture.

The “Matoya no Mori” initiative was realized in collaboration with Mie Prefecture, local studio Kanjindo, and illustrator shanty living in Mie Prefecture. This space is based on the theme of "touching, learning, and making" by incorporating the concept of "tree education" (*1), where children and ADULTS touch wood and wood products and learn about the goodness of wood and the significance of use. It consists of four spaces: "Mori no Hiroba", "Ehon no Mori", "Manabi no Wall", and "Making Studio". Special workshops are also held during Golden Week to provide an experience that deepens interest in wood and forests while playing. To do. And we propose a time to spend with your family in a space where the warmth of the tree is comfortable without being affected by the weather.

In addition, in order to promote the recycling of forest resources and to rejuvenate the forest in Mie, the hotel will continue to expand the use of Mie Prefecture timber, and Mie Prefecture's "Kizukai Declaration" (* 2) We have completed registration with a business operator, and have been certified by Mie Forest Education Station (* 3) that Mie Prefecture is working on.

＊1 Reference: Tree education: Forestry Agency
＊2 Reference: Mie| Use the tree: Mie Prefecture's Declaration of Trees
＊3 Reference: Mie| Use the tree: The "Three Trees Ordinance" has been enforced.

Purpose and Background of Service

In Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa, families, including elementary school students, account for nearly half of all customers, and demand for family travel is an important market. On the other hand, there was also a problem that it was difficult to convey the value of uniformity and locality and sustainability in conventional facilities for children. Therefore, in the new construction of Matoya no Mori, this was a new initiative to balance learning and staying value while utilizing local timber resources.

In addition, we will start selling the new "Family Superior Room" for family customers.

Characteristics of "Matoya no Mori" that learns while touching wood from Mie Prefecture

 

1.　“Touch” the warmth of wood “forest open space”

At "Mori no Hiroba", we aimed to create a space where children can touch their hands directly and experience the warmth and texture of trees. Wood from Mie Prefecture is used for flooring and wooden toys to be installed, natural honey wax is applied, and the toys are original specifications engraved with the hotel logo.

 

2． Book reading space "Ehon no Mori" to learn about trees and forests

Picture books and children's books on the theme of trees and forests in Japan and overseas are also available, creating a reading environment where families can spend a relaxing time. This is a space where you can spend time feeling the warmth of wood while reading nostalgic picture books in ADULTS.

 

3.　"Learning" and "Manabi no Wall" while playing the ecology of trees and forests

With the cooperation of Mie Prefecture, we have set up a “Manabi no Wall” where you can learn how to grow Mie trees and forests, so that you can deepen your understanding of forest circulation while playing.
In addition, illustrator shanty from Ise City, Mie Prefecture and living in Shima City, will create illustrations `` Starry Sky Watching and Yakiimo Experience '' and `` Night Pool and Fireworks '' that image the actual plan of the hotel for this project. Will be exhibited on the wall.

 

4.　Experience "making" by touching wood "making workshop"

We will prepare wood scraps, acorns, driftwood, marine plastic waste, etc., and permanently establish a work experience that allows you to freely produce with woodwork bonds. Because it does not use tools, children can enjoy it with peace of mind. The finished work can be taken home, leaving the fun memories of your trip in shape.

 

GW Limited Program

For two days on May 4 (holiday / month) and 5 (holiday / fire), a special workshop "Mori My Bag Making" will be held by a tree training instructor at the local workshop and Nukijindo. This workshop is a hands-on program that incorporates wood and natural materials from Mie Prefecture. Tree nuts, wood chips, seagrass, etc. are attached to a jute bag with glue gun to make an original bag with a natural taste. After you can participate and make your favorite bag, you can take it home as a souvenir.

[Overview of the Event]
Date: May 4, 2026 (holiday / month) and 5 (holiday / fire)
Time: 15：00～19：00
Location: Wood Education Kids Space "Matoya no Mori"
Remarks: Limited to the first 50 people each day, apply from QR code after arriving at the hotel
URL： https://grand-mercure-iseshima-resortandspa.jp/plan/gw-workshop-2026/

The Family Superior Room, a new guest room for families, is also open at the same time.

In line with the establishment of "Matoya no Mori", we will open a new guest room for families, "Family Superior Room". The bed in the guest room is Hollywood style, and by installing a drawer-type child-only bed under the bed, you can sleep comfortably with your family. In addition, it is designed to allow you to take off your shoes and aim for a relaxing room. Baby goods are set up for infants and children, so you can stay casually without having to bring your luggage. Baby bath and bed guard rental services are also available.
In addition, we plan to introduce a new projector equipped with a table and cushion sofa, and can be projected on the wall. After playing at "Matoya no Mori", you can return to the guest room and spend a relaxing time watching the video with your family.
During the night after your child sleeps, ADULTS will take a break and enjoy the lingering of the trip. In addition to "Children's Fun", we will propose a stay in the room where "ADULTS can relax comfortably".

【Overview of Room】
Start of sales: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Goods for installation: Buckets for diapers, stepping pads, auxiliary toilet seats, chair for infants, detergent for baby bottles, diaper sheets
Goods for rental: Baby Bath / Bed Guard
URL： https://grand-mercure-iseshima-resortandspa.jp/plan/family-offer/

To create experience value by utilizing local resources

We believe that this initiative is one of the attempts to connect regional circulation and next-generation education through the use of wood from Mie Prefecture, cooperation with local companies, and cooperation with local creators. The hotel will continue to expand the possibilities of stay-type resorts by creating experience value that makes use of local resources.

[Cooperation]
Kanjindo https://kanjindo.jp/
Illustrator shanty https://shanty3.jimdofree.com/

New menu at dinner & breakfast buffet

Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa will celebrate its 2nd anniversary on April 1, 2026. The buffet restaurant "Le Sensoriel" will start offering a new signature menu inspired by CONCEPT's "Marche on the streets full of local charm". The "fun of discovery" that makes you want to stop your feet unintentionally, the "excitement" of a live kitchen where you can finish cooking in front of you, and the "fresh experience" unique to your travel destination are packed. In addition, we have expanded the vegetarian menu that takes into account the diversity of food. Kids menu is also enriched so that children can enjoy it.

Click here for details on the new CONCEPT menu

 

■Grand Mercure Ise-shima Resort & Spa

Located in Ise-Shima National Park, you can enjoy an all-inclusive and relaxing stay while watching the scenic scenery woven by the Rias coast. The morning and evening buffet is fully equipped with a restaurant where you can enjoy a signature menu incorporating ingredients unique to the local area, a large hot spring bath, a hot spring lounge, and a kids' space to provide a stay tailored to your travel style.
Breakfast buffets, alcoholic drinks in the lounge, hot springs and activities are all included in the room rate, so you can enjoy your stay in an all-inclusive manner.
※Some drinks, activities, etc. are charged. There is no lunch.

[Location] 939-6 Kasatori, Isobe-cho, Shima City, Mie Prefecture 517-0204, Japan
【 TEL 】 03-6627-4731 (Reservation Center)
[Access] Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kintetsu Ugata Station, a free shuttle bus service between Ugata Station and hotels
[Official Website] https://grand-mercure-iseshima-resortandspa.jp/