Shinpachiya, auberge avec vue spectaculaire sur la mer

8.4

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.4/10, based on 163 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 Current ryokan	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	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 / Check-out until 11:00 AM

Sea Views National Park Hot Spring Town Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath Reservable Bath

Location

517-0026 Mie, Toba, Ijika-cho 338-1, Japan

Staff 8,6/10

Facilities 8,1/10

Cleanliness 8,3/10

Comfort 8,4/10

Value for money 8,2/10

Location 8,8/10

Panoramic sea viewsSet on high ground, the ryokan overlooks the Pacific from rooms and shared spaces.

Ocean-view open-air bathThe open-air bath pairs hot spring soaking with wide sea views.

All rooms face seaGuest rooms are noted for ocean-facing outlooks and relaxing tatami-style stays.

Fresh Ijika seafoodMeals highlight local seafood sourced near Ijika Port and seasonal regional ingredients.

Quiet coastal settingIts Ijika location suits travelers wanting a calmer stay away from central Toba.

Traditional ryokan feelTatami rooms and a classic Japanese inn atmosphere give the stay local character.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and ryokan time are the main drivers here: arrive mid-afternoon, enjoy the ocean-view baths and seafood dinner, sleep early, then leave after breakfast for Toba or the Pearl Road coastal sights. A second night works only if you want a slower sea-and-onsen rhythm with a car.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a 1-night ocean-view ryokan stay or a quiet 2-night coastal break near southern Toba, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Remote settingIjika is outside central Toba, so evenings depend on the ryokan rather than nearby dining or strolling.

Car helps a lotBus access exists via Toba and Ijika, but regional sightseeing is much easier by car or taxi.

Do not overstayThe immediate area is scenic but not dense with walkable sights, shops, or nightlife.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main ryokan meals, usually served in-room or a private meal room.

Banquet Hall (on-site)

on-site

Meal venue for groups of 6 or more; used for ryokan dining.

Lobby Cafe (on-site)

on-site

Simple lounge-style coffee spot in the lobby with sea views.

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 travelers, arrive at Toba Station by JR or Kintetsu and use the ryokan's reserved shuttle if available; otherwise take a taxi, especially with luggage. If coming by air, Chubu Centrair International Airport is the most practical airport gateway, then continue by rail toward Toba.

Toba Stationstation
8.7 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by car or ryokan pickupabout 30–55 min by local bus depending on service pattern
Best main rail gateway for this ryokan; use the reserved inn pickup when available, or take a taxi for the easiest final leg.
Ujiyamada Stationstation
20 kmabout 40–55 min by cartypically about 45–70 min with transfer via Toba or local transport
Useful for travelers connecting from central Ise or Kintetsu limited express services, but Toba Station remains the more convenient final transfer point.
Kintetsu Iseshi Stationstation
20 kmabout 40–55 min by cartypically about 45–70 min via train or local transfer to Toba, then onward to the ryokan
Secondary rail access point if you are staying around Ise before heading to Toba; generally less direct than Toba Station for the final approach.
Ijikako (Ijika Port) Bus Stopbus
770 mabout 10–20 min uphill/downhill depending on route and luggageabout 3–5 min by carabout 40–45 min by bus from Toba Station
Useful if you are traveling light and using the local bus from Toba Station; less ideal with large suitcases because the last stretch may be inconvenient.
Umi no Hakubutsukan-mae Bus Stopbus
1.3 kmabout 15 min walkabout 5–10 min by carabout 35 min by bus from Toba Station, then a short taxi ride is usually easier
A practical bus stop on the Pearl Road side if bus timing works for you; usually best combined with a short taxi ride to the ryokan rather than walking.
Toba Bus Centerbus
8.7 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 25–35 min by carstarting point for local bus services toward Ijika, about 30–55 min depending on route
Helpful if you are already at Toba Station and plan to continue by bus; check local service patterns because frequencies can vary.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
47 kmbest checked locally; usually a long intercity transfercommonly around 2.5–4 hours overall depending on train, ferry, and connection choices
Most useful airport for many domestic and international arrivals into this part of Mie; continue onward by rail toward Toba, or compare ferry-plus-ground options if they suit your schedule.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Pacific views from every roomThis ryokan stands out for its sweeping ocean outlook, and all guest rooms are positioned to face the blue Pacific. It is a strong choice if the view is a big part of your stay.
Memorable baths with a sea horizonThe public open-air bath looks out toward the ocean, and there are also private open-air baths for added privacy. That makes the bathing experience feel more scenic than at a standard inland ryokan.
Great fit for a classic tatami stayRooms lean into a traditional Japanese style with tatami flooring, yukata, and a slower ryokan atmosphere. It suits travelers who want the feel of a proper coastal inn rather than a generic hotel.
Seafood is part of the identityBeing in Ijika, an ama-diving area, the inn emphasizes fresh local seafood in its Japanese meals. This is especially appealing if you want your ryokan dinner to feel rooted in the local coast.
Useful option for couples or small groupsBesides standard rooms, the property also offers a room with its own open-air bath and private bath rentals. That gives couples and families more ways to tailor the stay.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Remote location for sightseeingShinpachiya is in Ijika rather than central Toba, so you should expect more travel time for major attractions and stations. It works better for staying in than for hopping around easily.
Not the best match for non-seafood eatersThe dining identity is closely tied to local seafood, so guests who do not enjoy fish or shellfish may find the food less exciting. The experience is more compelling if you actively want coastal Japanese cuisine.
Some rooms may feel datedThe charm here is more traditional than polished-luxury, and some travelers may find parts of the property older in style. If you want a sleek, newly renovated feel, this may disappoint.
Private bath access is limitedThe private open-air baths are not simply unlimited amenities: they are time-based and reserved after check-in. If private bathing is essential, availability may not be as flexible as you want.
Less suited to travelers who want urban convenienceThis is a quiet coastal ryokan experience, not a lively area with shops, cafés, and transport right outside. Travelers who prefer convenience and walkable surroundings may feel isolated here.

Current position: 28th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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

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