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Amanemu is a luxury Aman resort in the forested hills of Ise-Shima, Mie Prefecture, overlooking Ago Bay. The ryokan-inspired onsen property features a 2,000-square-metre spa, fine dining with regional ingredients, and curated cultural experiences including Ama diver traditions and Ise Grand Shrine proximity.
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Amanemu occupies a private setting in the forested hills of Ise-Shima, Mie Prefecture, overlooking Ago Bay, a scenic ria coastline known for its pearls and historic Ama diving communities. Nearby Ise Grand Shrine lies within reach for guided visits to both its Outer Shrine (Gekū) and Inner Shrine (Naikū). The resort is 20 minutes by car from Kashikojima Station, with complimentary transfers provided.
Accommodation is offered in suites and villas, each including daily breakfast and dinner (excluding beverages), round-trip transfers from Kashikojima Station, and in-room refreshments and alcoholic beverages. Guests receive complimentary private experiences from the resort's curated offerings, plus access to wellness facilities including onsen-style bathing areas, steam rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, yoga studio, and fitness centre. Afternoon oyatsu (sweet snacks) are served from 2:30–4:30 PM.
The resort features fine dining centered on regional and Japanese ingredients. Breakfast is served in a handcrafted white wooden box inspired by traditional offerings near Ise Grand Shrine. The Ise Shima Roman Course showcases luxury ingredients including caviar, truffles, lobster, wagyu, and abalone. A dedicated tea tasting experience highlights rare blends and brews from Mie Prefecture.
The 2,000-square-metre spa includes a thermal spring garden with daybeds, four treatment suites, and two private onsen bathing pavilions for access to natural hot spring water. Treatments incorporate local and seasonal ingredients such as pearl powder, seaweed, and herbs used in traditional Japanese kampo therapies. Additional facilities include an Aqua Movement Suite for water therapies, dry sauna, steam room, outdoor swimming pool, and outdoor yoga deck. Wellness programs combine Japanese traditions—such as medicinal bathing, shiatsu, and acupuncture—with seasonal spa journeys designed to align with natural rhythms.
Amanemu offers cultural immersions led by local guides. Guests can meet Ama divers through an Ama Hut Lunch featuring charcoal-grilled fresh seafood, participate in a waterfall purification ritual at Ama-no-Iwato (a sacred site associated with Ise Jingu legends), and explore the Oharaimachi district during visits to Ise Grand Shrine. Additional offerings include Ago Bay sunset cruises, authentic pearl jewelry making using Ise-Shima pearls, gikakushi paper craft (a 350-year-old imitation leather washi paper tradition), and guided hiking on Gokasho-Sengensan with views over Gokasho Bay. Cultural programs include the Sai-shi Mai—a sacred Shinto ritual dance performed on the Sunken Terrace on Tuesday and Saturday evenings—and Japanese calligraphy workshops.
Amanemu appeals to wellness-focused travelers and cultural enthusiasts seeking immersive experiences tied to Japanese heritage. The resort's emphasis on onsen culture, local artisan traditions, and proximity to Ise Grand Shrine makes it well suited to guests interested in spiritual practice and contemporary wellness design. The curated private experiences and personalized wellness programs attract those combining relaxation with meaningful cultural engagement.
The nearest major airport is Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO), approximately one hour's flight from Tokyo's Haneda Airport. From Kashikojima Station, complimentary transfers by car take 20 minutes to reach the resort. For guests continuing to other Aman properties, journey times are approximately 4 hours 35 minutes to Aman Tokyo and 3 hours 35 minutes to Aman Kyoto. International connections to Chubu are available from Shanghai (approximately 2 hours 30 minutes), Hanoi (approximately 5 hours), and Bangkok (approximately 6 hours).
Editorial verification: Amanemu is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanemu is located in the forested hills of Ise-Shima, Mie Prefecture, overlooking Ago Bay. The resort is 20 minutes by car from Kashikojima Station, with complimentary transfers provided.
Accommodation includes daily breakfast and dinner (excluding beverages), round-trip transfers from Kashikojima Station, complimentary private experiences, afternoon oyatsu (sweet snacks) from 2:30–4:30 PM, in-room refreshments and beverages including alcoholic drinks, and access to wellness facilities.
Amanemu offers suites and villas, each with the same inclusions of meals, transfers, and access to facilities.
The resort features fine dining including a signature Ise Jingu shrine breakfast served in a handcrafted white wooden box, the Ise Shima Roman Course featuring caviar, truffles, lobster, wagyu, and abalone, and a tea tasting experience highlighting rare Mie Prefecture blends.
The 2,000-square-metre spa includes a thermal spring garden, four treatment suites, two private onsen bathing pavilions with natural hot spring water, an Aqua Movement Suite, dry sauna, steam room, outdoor swimming pool, yoga studio, and fitness centre. Treatments use local ingredients including pearl powder and seaweed.
Guests can experience Ama diver traditions through an Ama Hut Lunch, visit Ise Grand Shrine's Outer Shrine (Gekū) and Inner Shrine (Naikū), participate in waterfall purification rituals at Ama-no-Iwato, enjoy Ago Bay sunset cruises, learn authentic pearl jewelry making, explore gikakushi paper craft, hike Gokasho-Sengensan, and attend the Sai-shi Mai sacred dance performances on Tuesday and Saturday evenings.
Fly into Chubu Centrair International Airport (NGO), approximately one hour from Tokyo's Haneda. From Kashikojima Station, complimentary car transfers take 20 minutes to the resort.
Amanemu is affiliated with Aman; this was confirmed on the brand's own website or hotel list, and the hotel was matched to its official website by our editorial board.
Amanemu is in Shima, Japan. Address: Shima, Mie Prefecture, 517-0403, Japan.
| Location | Shima, Japan |
|---|---|
| Address | Shima, Mie Prefecture, 517-0403, Japan |
| Brand / alliance | Aman |
| Official website | aman.com |
| Verified | by the editorial board |
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