Amanemu Japan: Wellness Sanctuary with Hot Springs near Ise Grand Shrine

Nestled within Ise-Shima National Park along the shores of Ago Bay, Amanemu offers a refined blend of minimalist design, private onsen bathing and cultural immersion—all moments from one of Japan’s holiest pilgrimage sites (Ise Grand Shrine) and the coastal waters famed for pearl harvests.

Suites & Villas Crafted from Traditional Minka Design

Amanemu includes 24 spacious suites and four two-bedroom villas, each with private hot spring baths filled from natural springs. Floor-to-ceiling glazing opens onto tranquil gardens or Ago Bay vistas, while interiors in neutral tones and hinoki wood evoke a sense of calm retreat. One guest described the marble ofuro tubs as “gigantic… with smart placement of controls” and praised the serenity of the isolated setting.

Aman Spa & Thermal Gardens of Healing

The 2,000 sqm spa unfolds around a central onsen pavilion set beside a thermal-spring garden. Facilities include two private onsen pavilions, a Watsu pool, four treatment suites, a hydrotherapy suite with dry sauna and steam room, a well-equipped fitness center, a glass-enclosed yoga studio and an outdoor deck for sunrise sessions. Treatments incorporate Kampō herbs, seaweed, pearl powder and local botanical blends.

Pool, Wellness Programmes & Eco-Conscious Service

Beyond the spa, a 108‑foot infinity pool overlooks the bay, framed by sunken terraces, basalt fire pits and daybeds. The Wellness Immersion Programme includes communal rituals, meditative forest bathing in sacred woodland, forest yoga, acupuncture and moxibustion, all featuring ingredients unique to Ise-Shima and eastern wellness traditions.

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Dining & Regional Flavours

The resort’s single Restaurant uses seasonal produce from Mie Prefecture—seafood, spiny lobster, abalone and world-class Matsusaka Wagyu. With menus that shift daily, guests may experience kaiseki-style courses, private irori hearth meals or lunch with Ama divers—a tribute to local seafood heritage. The adjacent lounge serves cocktails named for bay fruits and the resort’s oyster-farming culture.

Cultural Excursions & Nearby Heritage Exploration

Guests may ride through misty pilgrimage forests to Ise Grand Shrine, enjoy Okagura dance rituals under expert guidance, or meet female Ama pearl divers and dine in their seaside huts. The legendary Kumano Kodo EUCSCO World Heritage trails are reachable via private excursions. Cycling, hiking and kayaking in the bay complete the immersive experience.

Seamless Access & Personalized Attention

Amanemu is reachable within 2 hours by rail from Kyoto or Nagoya, followed by resort limousine service. The resort follows tradition with an okāmī, a female manager embodying Japanese ryokan hospitality. Concierge curates tailored itineraries for temple visits, Ama encounters, fishing with chefs and hidden beach picnics.

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