Twin beds, bedside lamps and seating area by a sliding glass door to balcony at Kisara in Mie
Shelves of folded yukata beside a wooden-beamed lobby at Kisara ryokan in Mie prefecture
Folded white towels with embroidered crest on bed at Kisara in Mie, Kansai, Japan
Water pouring into blue ceramic bath with wooden slatted fence at Kisara ryokan, Mie
Tatami room with low table and seating area at Kisara ryokan in Mie, Kansai
Traditional tatami room with low table, floor cushions, shoji-style windows and circular wall alcove at Kisara, Mie
Illuminated wooden entrance sign and lit driveway leading to Kisara ryokan at dusk in Mie, Kansai
Ryokan entrance lounge with folded yukata on shelves, exposed wooden beams, seating area and large windows at Kisara in Mie

Kisara

7.4
This Ryokan has an overall rating of 7.4/10, based on 0 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 Garden Setting Hot Spring Town Private Onsen Open-Air Bath Indoor Bath
Staff 7,4/10
Facilities 7,4/10
Cleanliness 7,4/10
Comfort 7,4/10
Value for money 7,4/10
Location 7,4/10

Ryokan highlights

A small Toba ryokan focused on private stays, open-air baths, and relaxed coastal seclusion.

Small HideawayOnly about 10 rooms, giving the stay a quieter and more private feel.
Open-Air Bath StayKnown for private open-air bath enjoyment in a secluded, restful setting.
Seaside GreenerySurrounded by coastal greenery, with a calm atmosphere away from busy tourist zones.
Easy From TobaAbout a 6-minute drive from Toba Station, making arrival relatively straightforward.
Good Ise-Shima BaseRoughly 30 minutes by car to Ise Jingu and wider Ise-Shima sightseeing.
Couples RetreatPrivate-stay atmosphere and bath focus make it especially appealing for romantic trips.

Who is this ryokan best for?

Recommended stay1-2 nightsDining and private bathing are the main reasons to stay here. One night works well for check-in, dinner, repeated baths, and breakfast; two nights only make sense if you also want a slower Toba/Ise day without changing hotels.
Trip-planning verdict: A private-bath ryokan in the Toba hills, best used for a restful 1-night splurge or a relaxed 2-night Ise-Toba stop rather than a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Car or taxi helpsIt is outside central Toba on a hillside, so station-area walking convenience is limited.
Not a long-stay baseThe ryokan itself is strong, but nearby sightseeing density is not high enough for many nights here.
Check room type carefullyThe property includes different detached room styles, and newer villa-style Oneness units differ from the main ryokan annex feel.

Food & drinks

Verified as Kisara in Arashimacho, Toba, serving seasonal kaiseki with local seafood and Mie specialties, plus a few useful nearby casual seafood spots.

Ai-Oi (on-site)
on-site

Ryotei-style on-site dining for seasonal kaiseki.

  • Seasonal kaisekifoodMulti-course dinner with local ingredients.
  • Ise lobsterspecialtySignature local seafood when in season.
  • AbalonespecialtyA prized Toba-Shima shellfish course.
  • Matsusaka beefspecialtyMie wagyu used in select courses.
  • SakedrinkGood match for seafood courses.
IRORI Room Dining (on-site)
on-site

Private in-room dining for select detached rooms with irori-style table cooking.

  • Charcoal-grilled coursefoodCooked in front of guests at the table.
  • Seafood coursefoodLocal fish and shellfish focus.
  • BreakfastfoodJapanese-style morning meal.
Minato Shokudo (nearby)
nearbyabout 2 km

Casual seafood eatery in Arashimacho, good for fresh local fish.

  • Seafood rice bowlfoodPopular kaisendon-style set meal.
  • Simmered fishfoodHome-style local fish dish.
  • Seafood soupfoodSoup served with set meals.

Access, transport and nearby sights

This ryokan is in Arashimacho on the Toba side of Ise-Shima, and most travelers arrive via Toba Station then continue by pickup service 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?

This is a privacy-focused ryokan in Arashimacho, Toba, with detached rooms, private open-air hot spring baths, and a strong food-led stay. It suits couples and travelers who want a quiet retreat more than guests who want central sightseeing convenience or big shared onsen facilities.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points
  • Detached rooms feel genuinely privateThe guestrooms are standalone buildings rather than standard side-by-side hotel rooms, so the stay feels quieter and more secluded. That setup is especially appealing for couples or anyone who wants to relax without worrying about neighbors.
  • Every room has its own open-air hot spring bathA major draw here is that all rooms include a private outdoor bath fed by the ryokan's hot spring setup. It makes bathing easy and intimate without needing to share space with other guests.
  • Dining has more personality than a typical ryokanKisara offers meals either in-room or at the Ai-Oi dining space with an open kitchen, charcoal grilling, and straw-fire style presentation. That gives dinner a more theatrical, sensory feel than a purely standard kaiseki service.
  • Good base for a Toba-by-car escapeIt is only about five to six minutes from Toba Station by taxi or the property's pickup service, so arrival is manageable without being in the middle of town. The hillside setting also helps it feel removed from the busier waterfront areas.
  • Thoughtful small-inn hospitalityKisara positions itself as a small ryokan focused on warm service, and guest review scores are especially strong for staff, bathing, dining, and comfort. Travelers who value attentive hosting over large-resort scale are likely to appreciate that.
5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs
  • Not ideal if you want to walk everywhereThe property is outside central Toba, so you should expect to rely on a car, taxi, or the station pickup rather than walking to attractions and restaurants. That can feel limiting for guests who prefer a highly convenient town-center location.
  • No large public bathIf part of your ryokan experience is enjoying a spacious communal onsen, Kisara may disappoint because it does not offer a big public bath. The emphasis here is on private in-room bathing instead.
  • Check-in window is a bit restrictiveThe official information lists a last check-in around 5:00 PM, which is earlier than many hotels. That makes same-day sightseeing plans less flexible if you are arriving late from Ise, Nagoya, or Osaka.
  • The style leans romantic and quietThis ryokan is better suited to a calm, intimate stay than to travelers seeking lots of on-site activity or a lively social atmosphere. Solo travelers or families wanting entertainment-heavy facilities may find it too subdued.
  • Room type differences can affect the experienceKisara includes several accommodation styles on the same property, including main detached rooms and the separate Oneness villas, so the feel is not identical across every stay. Choosing the wrong category for your travel style could leave the experience feeling less tailored than expected.

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Current position: 30th out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

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