Osatsu Town, Toba City, Mie

A resort hotel located just a 1-minute walk from Chidorigahama, one of the finest beaches in Mie Prefecture. Guests can choose from 9 room types, all boasting ocean views, with some offering open-air baths. The Western-style rooms are also suitable for solo travelers. Indulge in kaiseki cuisine using local produce, including Matsusaka beef, Ise lobsters, abalone, and other premium ingredients. Additionally, guests can relax in a hot spring bath with a stunning view.

• Address :

  1471 Osatsu-cho, Toba-shi, Mie Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)599-33-6000

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese, English

• Access :

  From Toba Bus Center (a 4-minute walk from JR/Kintetsu Toba Station) to Chidorigahama bus stop on the Toba City Community Bus (Kamome Bus) Toba-Kuzaki Line (50 minutes). Pick-up service available from JR/Kintetsu Toba Station and Chidorigahama.

• Check-in :

  3:00 p.m.

• Check-out :

  10:00 a.m.

• Rates :

  From ¥19,250 per person per night for 2 people with 2 meals

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

• Bedroom :

  Private rooms for up to 7 people, lockable, Japanese futons/Western beds

• Bathroom :

  Lockable bathroom available, bathtub available (from check-in until check-out)

• Toilet :

  Western style

• Meals :

  Dinner, Breakfast

• Wi-Fi :

  Available

This luxury inn is located in Osatsu, a town of divers and fishermen. In addition to seafood such as lobsters and abalone, the inn offers special kaiseki cuisine that showcases home-grown rice and vegetables. Choose from various guest room types, including those featuring an open-air bath. The inn also has a terrace with an outstanding view and a large public hot spring bath known for its skin-soothing properties. Enjoy a comfortable stay in this unique fisherman's town.

• Address :

  1395 Osatsu-cho, Toba-shi, Mie Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)599-33-6220

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  From Toba Bus Center (a 4-minute walk from JR/Kintetsu Toba Station) to Osatsu (Ishigami-san Mae) bus stop on the Toba City Community Bus (Kamome Bus) Toba-Kuzaki Line (45 minutes), then walk for 5 minutes.

• Check-in :

  3:00 p.m.

• Check-out :

  10:00 a.m.

• Rates :

  From ¥19,360 per person per night with 2 meals

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

• Bedroom :

  Private room for up to 4 persons, lockable, Japanese futons and Western beds

• Bathroom :

  Lockable bathroom available, bathtub available. Public bath available from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and from 6:00 a.m. until check-out.

• Toilet :

  Western style

• Meals :

  Dinner, Breakfast

• Wi-Fi :

  Available

Ama huts line the seashores of Osatsu, a town known for its traditional ama divers. Among them are two notable huts: ‘Ozegosan’ and ‘Mae-no-Hama,’ where freshly caught local seafood is grilled onsite by active ama divers. Enjoy the opportunity to meet and converse with these divers while delighting in a delicious meal. A hearty lunch option is also available for ¥3,850.

• Address :

  Osatsu-cho, Toba-shi, Mie Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)599-33-7453 (Osatsu Ama Culture Museum)

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  From Toba Bus Center (a 4-minute walk from JR/Kintetsu Toba Station) to Osatsu (Ishigami-san Mae) bus stop on the Toba City Community Bus (Kamome Bus) Toba-Kuzaki Line (45 minutes), then walk for 5 minutes for ‘Mae-no-Hama’ or 8 minutes for ‘Ozegosan’.

• Opening Hours :

  10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. (Lunch: 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.)

• Closed :

  No holidays

• Cuisine Category :

  Japanese cuisine

• Foreign Language Menu :

  Available

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  None

Traditional ama divers perform their dives without any equipment, relying solely on their lung capacity and sheer skill. The divers' hut serves as a place for them to rest, warm up, and socialize with friends. Hachiman Kamado is an authentic ama hut that is still in use today. Visitors can participate in the ¥4,500 Ama Hut Cooking Experience Course, where they can savor freshly grilled seafood prepared by ama divers while gathered around a kamado fire pit.

• Address :

  819 Osatsu-cho, Toba-shi, Mie Prefecture

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)599-33-1023

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese, English

• Access :

  Shuttle bus available from Kintetsu Toba Station (reservation required)

• Opening Hours :

  10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• Closed :

  Closed irregularly (Obon, year-end and New Year holidays)

• Cuisine Category :

  Japanese cuisine

• Foreign Language Menu :

  Available

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

Embark on a one-day tour that delves into the rich culture of the ama divers. The day begins with a hike and visits to temples associated with the fishing industry. Participants will then enjoy a visit to an ama hut in the Osatsu area, where they can enjoy a lunch featuring fresh seafood alongside an active ama diver. Following the meal, the tour continues to Mikimoto Pearl Island for a captivating demonstration of ama divers' fishing techniques.

• Meeting Place and End Point :

  JR/Kintetsu Toba Station

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0)599-33-7453 (Osatsu Ama Culture Museum)

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  JR/Kintetsu Toba Station

• Duration :

  7 hours

• Fee :

  From ¥29,800

• Languages Supported :

  Japanese, English, French

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB

Head out from Toba Station and make your way to ‘Mae-no-Hama,’ a traditional Ama diver’s hut where the divers expertly prepare and serve delicious lunches featuring freshly caught seafood. After chatting with the divers over a relaxing meal, head out with the provided guidebook and map to explore Osatsu village on foot. Don’t forget to use the coupons included to grab a coffee or pick up some souvenirs along the way.

• Meeting Place and End Point :

  JR/Kintetsu Toba Station

• Telephone Number :

  +81 (0) 599-33-7453 (Osatsu Ama Culture Museum)

• Telephone Languages :

  Japanese

• Access :

  JR/Kintetsu Toba Station

• Duration :

  4 hours

• Fee :

  ¥7500 (includes ¥500 coupon)

• Languages Supported :

  Japanese, English

• Accepted Credit Cards :

  VISA/Mastercard/AMEX/JCB