Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura
Tatami seating, low table and canopy bed by large sea-facing window with shoji screens at Ijika Daiichi Kagura, Mie
Three washbasins with wooden counter, mirrors and stools in a ryokan vanity area at Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura, Mie
Indoor onsen bath with large glass windows overlooking coastal scenery at Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura, Mie, Kansai
Outdoor terrace table with glasses and lanterns at sunset overlooking distant mountains, Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura, Mie
Lobby seating area with vending machines and columns at Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura Mie
Outdoor onsen bath with rock edging and sea view at Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura Mie
Guests in kimono selecting buffet dishes in hotel dining hall at Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura, Mie

Ijika Daiichi Hotel Kagura

7.8
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.8/10, based on 113 reviews. ? Our score combines two signals: 50% based on traveler sentiment and guest feedback found online, and 50% based on our internal on-site evaluation plus ratings from verified travelers on our platform, who must provide proof of stay.
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Check-in from 3:00 PM
Sea Views Countryside Escape Hot Spring Town National Park Hot Spring Bath Open-Air Bath
Staff 8,0/10
Facilities 7,8/10
Cleanliness 7,7/10
Comfort 7,8/10
Value for money 7,4/10
Location 8,2/10

Ryokan highlights

A hilltop ocean-view onsen ryokan in Ijika, Toba, suited to scenic stays and regional sightseeing.

Hilltop Ocean ViewsPerched above Ise Bay, with wide sea-and-sky panoramas from baths and many rooms.
Scenic Open-Air OnsenOpen-air hot spring baths face the ocean and surrounding islands for a dramatic soak.
Toba Station ShuttleReserved shuttle service from Kintetsu Toba Station helps offset the remote coastal setting.
Seasonal Kaiseki DiningDinner highlights seasonal ingredients, with some plans offering in-room dining upgrades.
Sightseeing BaseWell positioned for Ise-Shima outings, including Ise Grand Shrine and Toba Aquarium.
Memorable Kite FeedingMorning black kite feeding is a distinctive activity rarely found at typical ryokan stays.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1 nightScenery and ryokan time are the main draw here: arrive by mid-afternoon, use the baths before dinner, enjoy the seafood meal, watch sunrise over the coast, then continue to Toba, Ise, or Shima after breakfast. A second night only makes sense for a slower coast-and-onsen pace.
Trip-planning verdict: Best as a scenic 1-night ryokan stop in the quiet Ijika coastal area of Toba, with 2 nights only if you want a slow onsen-and-seafood stay rather than dense sightseeing.

Know before booking

Remote coastThis is outside central Toba in the quiet Ijika area, so evening dining and casual walking options nearby are limited.
Access timingStation transfers are available, but planning around bus or shuttle times matters more than at a city hotel.
Risk of overstayChoose 2 nights only if you truly want bath time, ocean views, and a slower rhythm; the immediate area is not attraction-dense.

Food & drinks

Seaside ryokan dining centers on a named breakfast hall, seasonal banquet-style dinner, and optional in-room meals, with local seafood spots nearby.

Dining Hanon (on-site)
on-site

Main on-site dining hall for breakfast and some hotel meals.

  • Breakfast buffetfoodJapanese breakfast buffet.
  • Set breakfastfoodServed on some days instead.
  • CoffeedrinkTypical breakfast drink option.
Dining Room (on-site)
on-site

Hotel dinner venue for seasonal banquet-style meals; some plans offer room dining.

  • Seasonal kaisekifoodMulti-course dinner with seasonal ingredients.
  • Seafood dishesfoodLocal coastal flavors are a focus.
  • In-room dinnerspecialtyAvailable with select upgraded plans.
Nishimura Shokudo (nearby)
nearby3 min

Popular nearby seafood restaurant in Ijika fishing port area.

  • SashimifoodFresh local fish selection.
  • Seasonal seafoodfoodLocally sourced catch.
  • Japanese set mealsfoodSimple seafood-focused plates.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in the Ijika coastal area east of central Toba, and most travelers reach it via Toba Station with a hotel shuttle, local bus, rental car, or taxi.

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

Should you choose this ryokan?

A scenic seaside ryokan in Ijika, Toba, best suited to travelers who want sunrise views, onsen time, and a more resort-like stay outside central Toba. It is appealing for the setting and distinctive experiences, but less ideal if you want modern city convenience or a highly intimate small-inn feel.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Panoramic sunrise settingThe ryokan sits on a hill in Ijika with broad views over the sea toward Ise-Shima and Toba, so the ocean scenery is a real part of the stay rather than just a background detail.
  • Memorable black kite feedingOne of its most unusual experiences is the morning black kite feeding around 7:10 a.m., which gives the property a character you will not find at most ryokans.
  • Onsen with open-air viewsThe large bath and open-air bath are positioned to make the most of the coastal landscape, which adds a strong sightseeing feel to your soak.
  • Seafood-focused mealsThe hotel emphasizes seasonal Ise-Shima ingredients and seafood, making it a good fit if local marine cuisine is one of the main reasons for your trip.
  • Wide choice of room stylesIt offers standard Japanese-style rooms as well as more distinctive options like designer rooms and rooms with private open-air baths, so you can match the stay to your budget and mood.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Remote from central TobaThe hotel is in Ijika rather than central Toba, so major sights, stations, and casual dining options are not right outside the door.
  • Shuttle planning is importantThe free shuttle from Kintetsu Toba Station is useful, but it runs at fixed times and requires advance reservation, which reduces flexibility if your schedule changes.
  • More hotel-like than intimateWith around 55 rooms and facilities like banquet spaces and karaoke, the atmosphere can feel closer to a sizeable resort ryokan than a quiet boutique inn.
  • Wi-Fi appears limitedWireless internet is indicated for the first-floor lobby rather than broadly highlighted as in-room coverage, which may be inconvenient if you need reliable connectivity in your room.
  • Best value depends on room choiceSome of the most attractive features, such as in-room dining upgrades or private open-air bath rooms, are tied to higher-tier plans, so the full experience may cost noticeably more.

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Current position: 42nd out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

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