Michishio

8.3

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.3/10, based on 586 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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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 Current ryokan	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

Sea Views Hot Spring Town Quiet Village Public Onsen Open-Air Bath Reservable Bath

Location

517-0032 Mie, Toba, Osatsucho 1522-12, Japan

Staff 8,4/10

Facilities 8,0/10

Cleanliness 8,2/10

Comfort 8,0/10

Value for money 8,3/10

Location 8,1/10

Beachfront SettingRight by Chidorigahama Beach for easy seaside walks and open coastal scenery.

Seafood-Focused MealsKnown for fresh local seafood from Osatsu, a fishing town famous for ama culture.

Oceanview AtmosphereSea-facing setting brings sunrise views and a relaxing Ise-Shima coastal mood.

Free Toba ShuttleFree shuttle from Kintetsu Toba Station is available with advance reservation.

Good Sightseeing BaseConvenient for visiting Ise-Shima highlights like Ise Jingu and Shima Spain Village.

Family-Friendly StayBeach access and kid-friendly facilities make it practical for family trips.

Recommended stay1-2 nightsScenery and dinner are the strongest stay-length drivers here: arrive for check-in, use the baths before dinner, enjoy the seafood-focused kaiseki, sleep by the coast, then see the beach or Osatsu sights next morning. A second night only makes sense if you want an unhurried beach-and-village stay or pair it with nearby Toba/Shima stops.

Trip-planning verdict: Best used as a 1-night seaside ryokan stay in Osatsu for seafood, baths, beach scenery, and a light look at ama-diver culture; 2 nights works only if you want a slower coastal rhythm.

Know before booking

Remote from stationBird's-eye Toba sightseeing is less efficient because the ryokan is about 30 minutes from Toba Station and shuttle times are limited.

Easy to overstayImmediate surroundings are calm and low-density, so travelers expecting many walkable attractions may run out of things quickly.

Not an urban baseChoose elsewhere if you want nightlife, frequent trains, or spontaneous restaurant-hopping after dinner.

Private Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

First-floor private dining for ryokan dinner.

Breakfast Room (on-site)

on-site

Japanese breakfast served at the ryokan.

Osatsu Kamado (nearby)

nearbynear the ryokan

Ama hut seafood barbecue in Osatsu.

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 The most practical route is to reach Toba Station by JR or Kintetsu and then use the ryokan's reserved shuttle if available; otherwise take a taxi or local bus toward Osatsu/Chidorigahama. For air arrivals, Chubu Centrair International Airport is usually the most useful airport gateway for this part of Mie.

Matsuo Stationstation
5.0 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 15–25 min by carnot usually the easiest option for first-time visitors
Closer in straight-line terms than Toba Station, but generally less useful unless you are being picked up by car or already on the Kintetsu Shima Line.
Toba Stationstation
12 kmtoo far to walk comfortablyabout 30–40 min by car or taxiabout 40–60 min depending on bus or shuttle timing
Best main rail gateway for most visitors. Use the ryokan's reserved shuttle from here if offered; otherwise take a taxi if traveling with luggage.
Kintetsu Iseshi Stationstation
21 kmabout 45–60 min by carusually about 60–90 min with train and onward transfer via Toba
Useful alternate rail hub if coming from central Mie or if Toba connections do not align well, but Toba Station is usually the simpler final transfer point.
Chidorigahama Bus Stopbus
270 mabout 3–8 min on footabout 3–5 min by taxilocal bus timing varies; best checked locally
Potentially the closest practical bus stop for the beachside Osatsu area. Useful for light luggage, but taxi or shuttle is usually easier for a ryokan stay.
Osatsu Bus Stopbus
670 mabout 8–15 min on foot depending on exact stop usedabout 5–10 min by taxilocal bus timing varies; best checked locally
Useful as a village access stop for Osatsu routes, but walking with large bags may be less comfortable than using the ryokan shuttle or a taxi.
Chubu Centrair International Airportairport
52 kmroughly 2.5–3.5 hours by car depending on route and trafficoften about 2.5–4 hours via airport access, rail, and onward transfer
Usually the most useful airport for domestic or international arrivals heading to Toba. Best for travelers planning to continue by rail to Toba Station.
Nagoya Airfield (Komaki Airport)airport
96 kmroughly 2.5–3.5 hours by car depending on trafficoften slower and less direct than Centrair for this destination
Possible for some domestic arrivals, but usually less convenient than Centrair because the onward transfer to Toba is less direct.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Seafood is a real highlightThis ryokan clearly leans into Toba and Ise-Shima seafood, with kaiseki meals centered on local catches and optional specialties like Ise lobster, abalone, oysters, and Matsusaka beef. It is a strong match if dinner is one of the main reasons for your stay.
Many rooms face the oceanSea-side rooms are a major draw here, and on clear days guests can catch sunrise views over the Pacific. The setting also adds nighttime atmosphere with stars and seasonal fishing lights.
Good base for Osatsu cultureThe inn is very close to Shinmei Jinja, known locally as Ishigami-san, and near the ama hut experience in Osatsu. That makes it especially appealing if you want a stay tied to this specific fishing village rather than central Toba sightseeing.
Bathing options feel variedYou get public baths plus open-air baths using Shaguuji Onsen, and there are also two private baths with different styles for added privacy. This gives couples and first-time ryokan guests more flexibility than a basic bath setup.
Useful perks for families and driversFree parking, a summer pool, laundromat access, baby item rentals, and some larger tatami rooms make it practical for families or small groups. The property also offers a free shuttle from Toba Station for eligible guests when reserved in advance.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

It is not convenient without planningThe inn is about 30 minutes from Toba Station, and the free shuttle runs only at limited times and must be reserved ahead. If you want spontaneous movement or late arrivals, the location may feel restrictive.
The area is quiet and somewhat isolatedThere is no convenience store nearby, with the nearest one about 15 minutes away by car. Travelers who like to step out for snacks, cafés, or evening walks with lots of choices may find the setting too secluded.
Some bath options are not true hot spring bathsThe public open-air bath uses hot spring water, but the private baths and the in-room open-air baths are explicitly not hot spring baths. If you are booking mainly for a private onsen experience, that distinction matters.
Dining is schedule-drivenDinner starts in fixed slots from early evening, and breakfast is also served in a set time window. This works well for ryokan routines, but it is less ideal for travelers who prefer flexible meal times.
Not ideal for strict allergy needsThe property states it cannot provide proper allergy-safe meal accommodations because it lacks a dedicated allergen-free kitchen and specialized staff. Guests with serious food allergies should be especially cautious.

Current position: 33rd out of 48 ryokans in Mie.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
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 Current ryokan	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