Ise-shima, Japan

Amanemu

Set beside Ago Bay and nestled amid the forested hills of Ise-Shima National Park, Amanemu is an onsen resort where traditional Japanese vernacular architecture meets Aman’s contemporary restraint, creating a sanctuary of restorative peace.

Bask in mineral-rich hot springs, explore a sublime coastline and experience the spirituality of its setting near Ise Grand Shrine. With the land carrying a subtle, sacred presence, Amanemu offers an idyllic base for discovering the region with daily breakfast and dinner alongside a private experience of choice each day.

Contemporary black pavilion at Amanemu with water views and manicured gardens.

Amanemu resort exterior framed by overhanging branches, with coastal views visible through modern architecture.

Amanemu dining venue with wooden chairs and tables overlooking the bay through floor-to-ceiling windows.

Amanemu's modern architecture positioned on a forested hillside at sunset, overlooking calm waters.

Mori Suite bedroom at Amanemu with garden views, featuring wooden panelling and contemporary furnishings.

Table and chairs on terrace at Amanemu overlooking bay at dusk.

Amanemu main resort property with thatched-roof pavilions overlooking landscaped grounds and distant hills at dusk.

Principal bedroom at Amanemu with wooden platform bed, natural light and minimalist design.

Amanemu suite with wooden furniture, pendant lighting, and open doors leading to garden views.

Amanemu spa treatment room with wooden shelving displaying products, warm lighting, and a central massage table.

Curved cream armchair with wooden side table holding toiletries, beneath framed botanical artwork at Amanemu.

Amanemu spa relaxation space with vaulted ceiling, pendant lighting, and cream seating.

Serene spa treatment room at Amanemu with wooden furniture, cream bedding, and natural light.

Therapist placing hot stones on a guest's back during a wellness treatment at Amanemu.

Wellness therapist administering treatment to guest at Amanemu, Japan.

Amanemu plunge pool overlooking countryside landscape with bare tree and blue sky.

Chef grilling meat over flames at Amanemu, smoke billowing around the cooking surface.

Amanemu dining overview featuring plated dishes and small bowls arranged on wooden surfaces.

Amanemu's dining venue with barrel-vaulted wooden ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking coastal views, and tables set for service.

Five open oysters on the half shell arranged in a wooden serving plate at Amanemu.

Wooden temple gateway at Amanemu with view to garden beyond, white gravel courtyard in foreground.

Water pouring from a wooden ladle into cupped hands at Amanemu.

Two guests in white robes walking along a tree-lined pathway at Amanemu.

Guest swimming in calm coastal waters at Amanemu, Japan.

Artisan at Amanemu sorting freshly harvested seaweed in a traditional workspace.

Red wooden bridge at Amanemu framed by lush greenery and traditional architecture beyond.

Waterfall cascading down forested cliffs along the Kumano Kodo pilgrimage trails near Amanemu, Japan.

Two guests walking along stone steps through a forested pathway at Amanemu.

Amanemu's spa pavilion reflected in a still water feature at dawn, surrounded by minimalist architecture and natural landscape.

Amanemu's welcome pavilion with wooden sliding doors opening onto a serene courtyard at dusk.

Guest bathing in steaming onsen at dusk, Amanemu.

Wooden boardwalk through moss-covered rocks at Amanemu, with coastal waters and distant hills at dusk.

Amanemu bedroom with wooden bed, neutral tones, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking gardens.

Accommodation

Suites

Inspired by the nature and simplicity of Japan’s historic Minka architecture, Amanemu’s Suites each feature a private onsen bath.

Private onsen at Amanemu with view of Japanese countryside at sunset.

Accommodation

Villas

With two bedrooms and extensive living space, indoors and out, Villas are ideal for families and positioned to enjoy serene views.

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Wooden spa pavilion beside steaming onsen pool at Amanemu, Japan, at dawn.

Wellness & fitness

Wellness from water

Rooted in Japan’s sixth-century tradition of onsen bathing, Amanemu’s 2,000-square-metre spa embraces the restorative power of water.

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Staff member arranging amenities at Amanemu, Japan.

dining

A Season in Ise-Shima

Amanemu celebrates the bounty and diversity of ingredients naturally available nearby – both in the chefs’ cuisine and the bartenders’ cocktails.

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Amanemu's spa entrance nestled amongst towering cedar trees, with stone steps leading to a wooden pavilion structure.

multi-destination journey

Aman Japan Journey

Explore Japan with a multi-destination Aman stay in Tokyo, Kyoto and Ise Shima and enjoy complimentary breakfast, room upgrades and exclusive discounts.

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Aerial view of Amanemu's coastal setting, with forested peninsula meeting calm blue waters and a lone boat passing below.

Experiences

Amanemu Journeys

High above Ago Bay, embraced by forest, Amanemu sits at the heart of a serene natural landscape that rewards explorers with its extraordinary beauty. Ise-Shima National Park is a hiker’s haven, with sacred Shinto shrines to visit, and the bay itself is home to a unique community of pearl fishers and female freedivers, the ama.

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Sunset cruise from Amanemu's boat with steering wheel in foreground and calm waters ahead.

Experience

Complimentary Private Experiences

Amanemu offer a collection of experiences that invite you to connect with the unique culture of the region.

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Getting here

Amanemu is easily reached from Chubu Centrair International Airport in Nagoya, with a 35-minute helicopter ride or a 3-hour train journey. From Tokyo Station, it involves a 1-hour and 40-minute Shinkansen ride to Nagoya Station, followed by a 2-hours and 20-minute journey by train or car from Nagoya Station.

Our multilingual reservations team is always available to help with travel planning, from booking a single night to multi-resort itineraries.