Ise-Shima, JapanKashikojima
The Hiramatsu Hotels & Resorts Kashikojima
Gastronomic coastal ryokan
Kashikojima Ise-Shima, Japan
Renovated
2016
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Wellness LocalOutside the door
The house
HiramatsuGastronomic coastal ryokan
An intimate eight-room coastal sanctuary pairing French culinary precision with classic ryokan hospitality, overlooking the peaceful waters of Ago Bay.
What it’s good at
Notable
Eight bay-facing suites offer dedicated omotenashi service and private multi-course French dining.
Notable
A heated Ago Bay seawater thalasso pool alongside private open-air thermal spring baths.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
The concept is ‘western ryokan,’ meaning in this case a Western visual style combined with the typically Japanese traditions of thoughtful rural hospitality.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set inside Ise-Shima National Park, the secluded grounds overlook forested coves and traditional pearl-cultivation rafts scattered across calm tidal waters.
The rooms
All eight rooms look out over Ago Bay, while Annex suites feature private granite onsen tubs fed by local thermal springs.
The thalasso pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Heated seawater drawn from Ago Bay fills the pool, which looks out across the surrounding forest canopy.
The open-air baths
Soak slowly.
Stone paths lead to private open-air hot spring baths surrounded by dark stone and quiet woodland.
At the table
Chefs prepare local abalone and spiny lobster for multi-course French dinners served beside wide bay-facing windows.
How it began
Renowned fine-dining group Hiramatsu launched its first luxury retreat here in 2016, building an intimate hotel around a destination French restaurant.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.