Toba is a coastal city in the Kansai region where a sea of endless blue greets every visitor. Famous for its women ‘ama’ divers, Toba was the first place in the world to have cultured pearls. Visitors are able to watch the ama perform pearl-collecting shows, and also see the pearls being processed. To see them working in their natural environment, head to nearby fishing villages such as Ijika and Adako to catch them collecting abalone and seaweed. At Hotel Altia Toba, wake up to the pristine Toba Bay from the comfort of your room and make your experience a memorable one.