Hanashinsui  

In Toba on Japan’s Ise-Shima coast, a hot-spring ryokan with mountain-and-sea views. Minutes from the Sea Folk Museum and Toba Observatory, and a short drive to Izawa and Shinmei shrines. JR Toba Station is about 20 minutes by car; Ise Shrine and Shima Spain Village are reachable within a 25–45 minute drive.

A 4-star ryokan with 25 guestrooms that blend traditional touches and modern comforts. Rooms offer sitting areas, desks, yukata robes, air purifiers/humidifiers, electric kettles, refrigerators, hairdryers and complimentary toiletries. Expect clear mountain-and-sea vistas from the rooms and a calm, Japanese-style atmosphere.

Soak in indoor and outdoor public hot spring baths with a view. On-site perks include a gift shop, sake cellar, small library, and a nightclub with karaoke (for a fee). Complimentary shuttle service (including roundtrip airport shuttle and train station pick-up) and wireless Internet keep travel easy.

Complimentary wireless Internet access and a small library. Elevator access for easy luggage and arrivals.

Enjoy a traditional Japanese Kaiseki dinner featuring fresh local seafood. A coffee shop/café serves guests, and the on-site sake cellar highlights regional brews.