Set in Ise Shima National Park, Amanemu (peaceful joy) is perched on the shores of Ago Bay, a blue expanse dotted with islets and drifting oyster rafts. Lying south of Tokyo, two hours by train from Nagoya or 25 minutes by private helicopter, the resort provides easy access to Japan’s most sacred Shinto shrines and ancient pilgrimage routes winding through nearby forests. Celebrating the tradition of onsen (bathing in mineral hot springs), Amanemu’s 2,000-square-metre Aman Spa is an integral part of the resort. Offering an enriching guest experience centred on holistic wellbeing, it has its own thermal spring feeding two outdoor pools – each a different temperature – and two exclusive onsen pavilions. The spa also offers four treatment rooms, a gym, yoga pavilion, Pilates studio and a pool for aquatic body work. The benefits of onsen can also be enjoyed in Amanemu’s 24 Suites and sixtwo-bedroom Villas. Each features a private plunge-bath supplied with water drawn from the same natural hot springs as the Aman Spa. Identical in layout and design, Amanemu’s 99-square-metre Suites present combined bedroom and living areas and expansive decks. Suites are divided into three different categories depending on their outlooks: Mori Suites are surrounded by indigenous vegetation with tranquil green views; Sora Suites are situated closer to the coast with peaceful green views towards Ago Bay; closest to the shore, Nagi Suites offer the best views of Ago Bay.