Senpokaku

8.2

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.2/10, based on 420 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Kashikojima Hojoen	9.3/10	1,106
🥈 2nd	Oishiya	9.5/10	71
🥉 3rd	Toba International Hotel Shiojitei	9.2/10	2,170
4th	Hanano Koyado Jyu-bei	9.1/10	746
5th	Ise-Shima Ohtaya Healing Stay	9.3/10	62
6th	Resort Hills Toyohama Soranokaze	9.2/10	101
7th	Isegekusando Iseshinsen	9.1/10	234
8th	Sun Urashima Yuki no Sato	9.2/10	58
9th	Hoshidekan	9.0/10	220
10th	Hinode Ryokan	8.9/10	1,014
11th	Ikyu Reopening on April 1 ,2026	8.9/10	102
12th	Owase Seaside View	9.1/10	29
13th	Hanashinsui	8.8/10	505
14th	Oyado The Earth	9.4/10	11
15th	Kisara Bettei TOKI	8.8/10	62
16th	Kotobukitei	8.7/10	1,375
17th	Oyado Andon Toba	8.7/10	162
18th	Iruka Onsen Hotel Seiryuusou	8.7/10	139
19th	Teisho Basaratei	8.7/10	42
20th	Ryoso Uminocho	8.6/10	1,562
21st	Kisara Oneness	8.9/10	13
22nd	Kochoran	8.6/10	174
23rd	Nisshokan	8.6/10	123
24th	賢島の宿みち潮 Kashikojima Park Hotel Michishio	8.5/10	158
25th	Saiou no Miya	8.8/10	5
26th	Kawachiya Ryokan	8.6/10	9
27th	Hiogiso	8.4/10	570
28th	Shinpachiya, auberge avec vue spectaculaire sur la mer	8.4/10	163
29th	Tabinoyado Ushionoakari Geiboso	8.4/10	137
30th	Kisara	7.4/10	0
31st	Suzunami	4.7/10	0
32nd	Obama-sō, ryokan de charme à Toba	8.0/10	1
33rd	Michishio	8.3/10	586
34th	Ise Todaya Ryoan	8.2/10	23
35th	Hotel Tokinoza	8.1/10	12
36th	Ryouri no yado Ginrin	8.1/10	25
37th	Senpokaku Current ryokan	8.2/10	420
38th	Kaigetsu	8.1/10	588
39th	Wan Wan Paradise Matsusaka	8.1/10	721
40th	Kii no Matsushima	8.0/10	102
41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
42nd	Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura	7.8/10	113
43rd	Kinpokan	7.8/10	202
44th	Ama no Shima	7.6/10	48
45th	Wan Wan Paradise Toba	7.7/10	274
46th	Ryoufuso	7.2/10	24
47th	Mizuhokan	7.1/10	22
48th	Ryokan Seishounagon	7.0/10	91

Check-in from 3:00 PM

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Station Access Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Hot Spring Bath

Location

517-0011 Mie, Toba, Toba 2-12-24, Japan

Staff 8,6/10

Facilities 7,8/10

Cleanliness 8,2/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 8,0/10

Location 8,3/10

Toba Bay ViewsMany rooms and the large bath look out over Toba Bay scenery.

Natural Hot SpringEnjoy two distinct bath styles: a panoramic indoor bath and garden open-air bath.

Easy Station AccessAbout five minutes from Toba Station by free shuttle from Exit 1.

Local Seafood DiningKaiseki highlights fresh Ise-Shima seafood, including dishes centered on Ise lobster.

Family-Friendly RoomsRoom choices include large family layouts, suites, and some private open-air bath rooms.

Medaka Forest WalkThe ryokan’s nearby Medaka no Gakko walking area adds a distinctive nature element.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsStation access is easy and the strongest draw is the ryokan stay itself: arrive mid-afternoon, use the baths before dinner, sleep in Toba, then sightsee around Toba Bay or continue to Ise/Shima the next day. A second night works if you want a slower aquarium, pearl island, or bay-cruise day without rushing onward.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night or light 2-night stay in Toba for travelers combining a ryokan dinner-and-bath night with nearby bay sightseeing, aquarium visits, or an Ise-Shima route.

Know before booking

Limited long-stay depthToba has worthwhile sights, but this is not the strongest base for many consecutive nights unless you are touring wider Ise-Shima.

Not fully walk-flatThe ryokan is close to Toba Station by shuttle, but the setting is hillside rather than a flat station-front hotel.

Family-focused atmosphereThe property actively caters to families with children, so couples wanting a strictly quiet adults-only mood may prefer elsewhere.

Dining Shiosai (on-site)

on-site

Main dining room with Toba Bay views, kaiseki dinners, and breakfast service.

Terrace Ogino (on-site)

on-site

Terrace next to Shiosai for light drinks and a relaxed sea-breeze break.

Restaurant (on-site)

on-site

Generic meal venue for plan-based private or semi-private dining.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most guests, arrive via Toba Station and take a short taxi ride with luggage rather than walking uphill. If flying, Chubu Centrair International Airport is usually the most practical airport, followed by rail connections toward Toba.

Toba Stationstation
370 m1-8-13 Toba, Toba, Mie 517-0011, Japanabout 15–20 min on foot, with some uphill sections and luggage making it less idealabout 5 min by taximain arrival station; local transfer time varies
Best overall arrival point for rail travelers using JR or Kintetsu. A short taxi ride is usually the easiest final transfer to the ryokan.
Nakanogo Stationstation
620 mToba, Mie, Japanabout 15–20 min on foot, best checked locallyabout 5 min by taxione stop area access on the Kintetsu side; transfer convenience varies
Potentially useful for local Kintetsu access, but generally less convenient than Toba Station for most visitors with luggage.
Ikenoura Stationstation
1.2 kmToba, Mie, Japanabout 20–30 min on foot, not ideal with luggageabout 5–10 min by taxilimited local usefulness; best checked locally
Useful only in some local rail itineraries. Most travelers will find Toba Station simpler and more reliable.
Toba Bus Centerbus
350 mNear Toba Station, Toba, Mie, Japanabout 15–20 min on foot, with uphill approach near the ryokanabout 5 min by taxilocal bus availability varies by route and season
Useful if arriving by regional bus or connecting onward locally, but not usually better than a taxi from Toba Station for the final approach.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
42 km1-1 Centrair, Tokoname, Aichi 479-0881, Japanabout 2–2.5 hours by car, traffic dependentabout 2.5–3.5 hours by rail and transfers, depending on connection timing
Usually the most practical airport for domestic and international visitors heading to Toba. Best paired with rail travel via Nagoya and onward to Toba.
Kansai International Airportairport
146 kmSenshu Airport, Izumisano, Osaka, Japanabout 3.5–4.5 hours by car, traffic dependentoften about 4–5.5 hours by rail and transfers
A workable alternative when flight options are better, but it is usually less convenient than Centrair for reaching Toba.
Toba Marine Terminalaccess
670 mToba, Mie, Japanabout 20–25 min on foot, not ideal with luggageabout 5 min by taxiuseful mainly for island ferry connections; local transfer time varies
Relevant for travelers combining Toba with outlying islands or marine routes. Use a short taxi transfer to the ryokan rather than walking with bags.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Bay views from every roomThe property is set on elevated ground in Toba, and its rooms are known for looking out over Toba Bay. That makes the stay feel more scenic and ryokan-like than a standard city hotel.
Onsen with two different moodsYou get a large bath with bay views plus an open-air bath in a garden-like setting with a more secluded, wooded feel. This gives the bathing experience more variety than a single indoor bath.
Great base for Toba sightseeingIt is in Toba city and convenient for major local attractions, while still feeling a bit removed from the busiest station area. That balance works well if you want sightseeing by day and a quieter ryokan atmosphere at night.
Useful shuttle from Toba StationThe ryokan runs a free shuttle from Kintetsu Toba Station and the ride is only around five minutes. This is especially helpful if you have luggage or do not want to tackle the uphill approach on foot.
Good fit for multi-generation tripsThe property offers a broader range of room types and family-oriented facilities than many small ryokan, including private open-air bath rooms, universal-design options, and child-friendly on-site amenities. That makes it easier to match different travel styles in one booking.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not ideal to walk from the stationAlthough it is close to central Toba, the ryokan is not the easiest arrival on foot, especially with bags. Most guests will prefer the shuttle, taxi, or a car rather than walking.
Checkout is on the early sideCheckout is 10:00, which can make the morning feel a bit rushed if you want a slow breakfast and one last bath. Travelers who like late departures may find that limiting.
More classic than cutting-edgeThis is a traditional large ryokan, so the appeal is atmosphere and views rather than sleek contemporary design. If you want a boutique-minimalist or ultra-luxury aesthetic, it may feel dated in parts.
Large property, less intimate feelWith substantial capacity, it is better described as a full-scale ryokan than a tiny hideaway. Couples seeking a very private, exclusive inn may prefer somewhere smaller.
Best experience may depend on room choiceThe ryokan has a wide spread of room categories, so the feel of the stay can vary a lot depending on what you book. Choosing an entry-level room may not deliver the same wow factor as the higher-end view or bath-equipped rooms.

Current position: 37th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
32nd	Obama-sō, ryokan de charme à Toba	8.0/10	1
33rd	Michishio	8.3/10	586
34th	Ise Todaya Ryoan	8.2/10	23
35th	Hotel Tokinoza	8.1/10	12
36th	Ryouri no yado Ginrin	8.1/10	25
37th	Senpokaku Current ryokan	8.2/10	420
38th	Kaigetsu	8.1/10	588
39th	Wan Wan Paradise Matsusaka	8.1/10	721
40th	Kii no Matsushima	8.0/10	102
41st	Koinami	7.8/10	100
42nd	Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura	7.8/10	113