Nagoya · Ise · Toba
NAGOYA · ISE · TOBA

Nagoya · Ise · Toba

A journey through the art, sea, and ancient traditions of Japan

  • Duration: 2 nights, 3 days
  • Price: On request
  • Departure: Nagoya

Overview

Nagoya, Ise, and Toba — a journey through Japan’s shrines, gastronomy, and coastal landscapes. At Espacio Nagoya Castle, opened in October 2025, you can admire Nagoya Castle while enjoying a modern tea ceremony and natural hot springs. In Tokoname—one of Japan’s six ancient pottery traditions—after strolling through galleries and kilns, sample the freshest seafood from the Chita Peninsula. In Ise Jingu, immerse yourself in an atmosphere of serene devotion. The next stop is The Earth hotel, set on a cape amid pristine forest overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Here, surrounded by mesmerizing seascapes and the tranquility of nature, you can bathe in the open air, where the lines of land, sea, and sky are felt most vividly.

 

On your final day, head to Osatsu, Toba. Set out to sea on a traditional fishing boat for a unique experience—watching the ama divers at work up close. Then visit an ama hut to spend time by the hearth, savoring grilled Ise lobster and abalone while listening to stories of a life intertwined with the sea──A special lunch, unique to this journey, where memories of people, land, and sea come together, will be the perfect conclusion to your trip.

Key Features

  1. Tokoname Ceramic Center — Tokoname is one of Japan’s six ancient pottery centers. Begin your journey along streets lined with brick chimneys and slopes paved with clay pipes, where handcrafted works by artisans await you.
  2. Art hotel with a view of the castle — Opening in October 2025: ESPACIO Nagoya Castle. Average room size over 70㎡, natural hot springs, Bamford & Valmont spa, finest regional cuisine.
  3. Visiting the Ise Shrines — The whisper of the Isuzu River, the sound of white pebbles underfoot, and the silence of the ancient forest.
    Ise Jingu is the most revered Shinto shrine in Japan, where Amaterasu Omikami, the sun goddess and progenitor of the imperial line, rests.
  4. Local delicacies — Freshly made mochi at Akafuku, traditional sweets at Isuzu teahouse. Stroll along Okage Yokocho street, which recreates the atmosphere of Japan at the end of the Edo period.
  5. Onyado The Earth — Onyado The Earth rises on a cape of pristine forest overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Spend a special night in a suite with a private hot spring bath, enjoying the sound of the waves and the starry sky.
  6. Lunch at Ama Hut — Exquisite seafood grilled by Ama divers over an irori hearth. A unique gastronomic experience that will leave lasting memories of your journey.

— 2 STAYS —

Two Sanctuaries

Two Sanctuaries, Equal Stars

Stay 01 — Nagoya

Espacio Nagoya Castle

Location
Nagoya, Nishi
Rooms
100 rooms
Style
Art Hotel

Opened in 2025 with views of Nagoya Castle, this "hotel-museum" combines modern luxury, Rinpa aesthetics, and traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Rooms feature balconies with panoramic views, and the onsen spa offers natural hot springs.

Stay 02 — Ise-Shima / Toba

Onyado The Earth

Location
Mie / Toba
Rooms
16 rooms
Style
Spa Hotel

A ryokan on a cape amidst pristine forest with views of the Pacific Ocean.
All suites feature private open-air onsen baths, while kaiseki cuisine by chef Mototsugu Yamakawa showcases the flavors of the Ise-Shima region—ise-ebi lobster, abalone, and seasonal seafood.

Itinerary

Day 1 — Tokoname → Ise → Toba — Ceramics, Shrines, and Sea Breeze

  • 10:00 Nagoya Station (Nagoya Airport)
    Meeting with the guide at Nagoya station. Departure to the Tokoname ceramic district by private car.
  • 11:00 Take a stroll through the Tokoname Ceramic Center
    Tokoname is one of Japan’s six ancient pottery kilns. Stroll along its atmospheric streets, where traces of ceramics from the Meiji and Taisho eras remain—brick chimneys with black railings, Dokanzaka (Clay Pipe Hill), and the Noborigama Square. Enjoy visiting galleries and workshops of local artists, as well as a selection of teapots and tableware. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • 13:00 Lunch at a local restaurant
    Seafood lunch from the Chita Peninsula in Tokoname
  • 14:15 Transfer to Nagoya
    Transfer to Nagoya (approximately 45 minutes).
  • 15:00 Espacio Nagoya Castle
    Check-in at the art hotel Espacio Nagoya Castle, which opened its doors to guests in October 2025. The lobby and rooms offer stunning views of Nagoya Castle.
  • 16:00 Relaxation over a cup of matcha tea at THE GARDEN LOUNGE
    On the first floor of the hotel, enjoy organic matcha prepared with the latest "CUZEN MATCHA" machine and Nagoya's famous sweets in the lounge overlooking the inner garden.
  • 17:00 Spa and natural hot spring
    Natural hot springs rising from underground, a mosaic pool, and treatments by Bamford & Valmont—the first of their kind in this region. The perfect time to recharge before dinner.
  • 19:00 Dinner
    On the 4th floor of Espacio Nagoya Castle, there are six renowned restaurants: French cuisine, Kyoto cuisine, tempura, teppanyaki, sushi, and Chinese cuisine. Please select your preferred genre. (Advance reservation required)

Day 2 — Nagoya → Ise → Toba

  • 8:00 Breakfast at the hotel
    Breakfast at Espacio Nagoya Castle. Enjoy a leisurely meal before departure.
  • 9:00 Check-out and departure to Ise
    Meeting with your guide in the hotel lobby, transfer to Ise by private car (approximately 2 hours en route).
  • 11:00 Meoto Iwa — two sacred rocks standing side by side on the shore in Futami on the Ise coast
    Two sacred rocks, symbolizing deities from the Japanese creation myth, are connected by a 35-meter shimenawa rope, emphasizing the sanctity of this place.
    The male rock rises to 9 meters, while the female reaches 4 meters. The pair of rocks appear as almost mystical torii gates, floating above the sea.
  • 12:00 Lunch in the city of Ise
    A light lunch before visiting the temple. Enjoy local dishes such as udon or Tekone sushi 手こね寿司—a traditional fishermen’s dish: rice with marinated tuna. You can also try Matsusaka beef 松阪牛 here—one of the finest varieties of wagyu in Japan, from Mie Prefecture.
  • 13:00 A stroll through Okage Yokocho and Oharai-machi
    Ujinakanokiri-cho, Ise city. A recreated cityscape of the Ise road from the late Edo to early Meiji period. Enjoy freshly made Akafuku mochi at the main store and afternoon tea at Isuzu Chaya. The perfect place to shop for souvenirs.
  • 14:00 Visit to the Ise Jingu Shrine
    Cross the Uji Bridge, wash your hands at the Misogi spot on the Isuzu River, and proceed to the Main Shrine dedicated to Amaterasu Omikami. Locals keep to the right side while approaching the shrine. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
    ※ Upon request, we can also arrange a tour to Mikimoto Pearl Island.
  • 16:00 Check-in at Onyado The Earth
    A hot spring hotel located on a cape of ancient forest overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Check-in with a welcome drink, surrounded by breathtaking scenery that lets you feel the "contours of the Earth." Spend the night in a suite with an open-air bath, enjoying the sound of the waves and the starry sky. (Ise → Toba: approximately 1 hour by road)
  • 19:00 Dinner at Onyado The Earth
    In the hotel restaurant, enjoy an exquisite Japanese dinner featuring local seafood such as Ise lobster, abalone, and regional fish.

Day 3 — A day spent with Ama divers

  • 08:30 Breakfast at the hotel
    Japanese breakfast made from local ingredients in the dining room with sea views
  • 11:00 Departure and transfer to the city of Osatsu
    After meeting your guide in the lobby, set off in a private car along Pearl Road, approximately 30 minutes.
  • 12:00 Ama Divers and Lunch in a Hut
    Sit in a fishing boat and watch the Ama divers at work up close—a unique experience exclusive to this place. Then head to the Ama hut, where you can enjoy Ise lobster and abalone grilled over an open hearth, while listening to stories about living in harmony with the sea. (Approximately 120 minutes)
  • 14:00 Departure to Nagoya
    Via the Ise Expressway and Higashi-Meihan Expressway, approximately 2.5 hours
  • 16:30 Arrival at Nagoya Station
    Nagoya Station serves as a gateway to destinations across Japan, connecting the Tokaido Shinkansen, Kintetsu, and various JR lines. Why not preserve memories of your journey and set out to discover new stories?
    To Kyoto — about 35 minutes by Shinkansen. To Tokyo — about 100 minutes by Shinkansen.

Practical Information

Transfers along the route are provided by a private car
Nagoya → Tokoname: ~45 min
Nagoya → Ise: ~120 min
Ise → Toba (The Earth): ~60 min
The Earth → Osatsu: ~30 min
Osatsu → Nagoya Station: ~150 min
Advance reservation required
Espacio Restaurant
*Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays in some locations
Espacio Spa
The Earth Spa
Ama Experience

*Please note: this rate does not include meals or other additional charges.