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A quiet Hotel perfectly located for enjoying Nara's attractions and evening strolls in Nara Park. Just a 5-minute walk to Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple's Great Buddha Hall. From the rooftop garden and panoramic restaurant, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Wakakusa Mountain and Todai-ji Temple. The interior exudes a soft atmosphere filled with Yamato charm, featuring large communal baths, private baths with a traditional Japanese touch, and exquisite, elegant cuisine. Guest rooms with open-air baths designed by artisans and designers each have unique characteristics, offering new discoveries every time you visit. Warm hospitality enhances the experience, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the timeless allure of ancient Nara at your own pace.

Nara Hotel, with a proud history and tradition spanning more than 100 years, is located on a scenic hill in Nara Park and adjoins the former Daijoin Garden, a designated cultural property. The main building features a tiled roof and is built in cypress wood in the style of a Momoyama palace. Its interior blends Japanese and Western design, evoking the atmosphere of a royal residence.

Located near the World Heritage Site Horyu-ji Temple, "Monzen Accommodation Wakou Horyuji" offers a serene and profound stay that embraces the history and culture of Nara. Guests can enjoy exclusive experiences such as the "Horyu-ji Tour with a Storyteller" and an "Original Talk Show" that highlights the charm of Nara. Both activities provide memorable moments while gently connecting with history and culture. Escape from the busyness of daily life to quietly learn, feel, and reflect at this accommodation near Horyu-ji Temple.

We offer Kaiseki cuisine utilizing seasonal ingredients and provide relaxation with our private Onsen. Hasedera Temple is a beautiful place throughout the year with peonies, hydrangeas, autumn leaves, winter peonies, and cherry blossoms. We especially recommend participating in the "Morning Service" at Hasedera Temple for a spiritual experience. The surrounding area has many attractions such as Muroji Temple, Asuka Village, Yamanobe Road, and Omiwa Shrine, making it a convenient base for sightseeing.

Welcome to Asukasou, an accommodation in the historic city of Nara. Here, you can simply immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Nara. Step outside and you'll find World Heritage Site Kofukuji Temple to the north, Nara Park, Todaiji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and Ukimido Pavilion to the east; Gangoji Temple and Naramachi to the south—enjoy exploring numerous famous landmarks. Savor our beautifully crafted kaiseki cuisine at this ryokan restaurant, featuring dishes made with local ingredients and seasonal delicacies. Relax in our rare "Calcium Carbonate Onsen Water," which contains a well-balanced mix of high-quality artificial onsen components—a perfect way to soothe your travel fatigue. For a serene journey filled with memorable days, we offer warm hospitality that embodies the heart of Asukasou.

Zenkouji, boasting a history of approximately 1400 years, enshrines Japan's oldest Buddha statue. Within its precincts lies a traditional property renowned for its vegetarian cuisine. Guests can experience sutra copying and participate in the daily "Oasaji" ceremony held at Zenkouji's main hall. Enjoy a serene time through unique experiences at this traditional property.

Nestled in Higashiyama, a district rich in history and culture and home to many temples and shrines including Kiyomizu-dera and the Kyoto National Museum, Saka Hotel Kyoto sits on a quiet slope away from the bustle of the main streets—so serene you can almost hear the grass rustle. Though a Hotel, it is filled with Japanese functionality and warmth, offering travelers after a busy day a peaceful place to unwind and feel at ease. After a deep sleep wrapped in our carefully selected beds, start your morning slowly with freshly brewed coffee, then head out for an early walk through Higashiyama to discover a side of the town you won’t see during the day. A relaxing bath after your stroll and breakfast will make the start of your new day in Kyoto truly unforgettable.

Koyasan Jokiin, where the Jizodo Hall was completed in 2001, is a temple themed around "healing." The large communal bath "Jizo-yu" has been renovated, and the temple offers a shukubo (temple lodging) experience. Some special rooms do not have private baths, and the communal bath is available from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM (4:00 PM to 9:30 PM in December). Additionally, the temple's vegetarian cuisine emphasizes the seasonal essence and the esoteric Buddhist principles of "Five Methods, Five Tastes, and Five Colors," utilizing ingredients to their fullest. Guests can enjoy dishes crafted with care, featuring five types of seasoning, cooking methods, and color arrangements.

Located on the expansive grounds of Mount Nagara's hillside in Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture, is Enryakuji Temple (Miidera), boasting a 1,300-year history. Since the Heian period, it has been regarded as one of the four great temples alongside Todai-ji, Kofuku-ji, and Enryaku-ji. The temple holds 64 national treasures and 720 important cultural properties and has historical ties with notable warlords such as Oda Nobunaga, Toyotomi Hideyoshi, Tokugawa Ieyasu, and Mouri Terumoto. Within the grounds of Miidera stands "Myogon-in," a structure with over 400 years of history that has recently served an essential role as a monk's quarters. Now available for use as accommodation for one group per day only. This private space offers exclusive use of an entire building along with opportunities for training or various experiences. ・Land area: Approximately 807 sqm (including Japanese garden and gazebo) ・Facility: 3LDK + Buddhist room (approximately 176.16 sqm)

Bessho Onsen is a villa area embraced by nature, ancient history, and historical sites, loved by many guests as a serene Onsen village alongside literary figures and artists. Renowned figures such as Shotaro Hanayagi and Matsutaro Kawaguchi have stayed at our Property numerous times. It is said that Kawaguchi decided on the title of his work "Aizen Katsura" during his stay here, inspired by the giant katsura tree near the Kannon statue. Kashiwaya Honten, with over a century of history, welcomes each guest with care, incorporating "Japanese elegance," "seasonal aromas," and "warm hospitality" into its architecture, cuisine, and service, offering a tranquil Japanese lodging experience.

Within walking distance to Todai-ji Temple, Kasuga-taisha Shrine, and the Naramachi area. We take pride in our private baths available for free and guest rooms with semi-open-air baths overlooking Sarusawa Pond. Wake up to the sound of the Kofuku-ji Temple bell, and start your morning with the procession of deer and rice cooked in a traditional stove. Enjoy a relaxing stay at our property.

Among the many lodgings in Koyasan, ours is the only Property that preserves both a National Treasure and a World Heritage site. Within our grounds, you will find historic landmarks such as the National Treasure Tahoto Pagoda, the Important Cultural Property Sutra Repository, the Main Hall, and the Shisho Myojin Shrine. The natural monument rhododendrons, aged 300 to 400 years, reach their peak bloom in May. Relax in a serene and refined atmosphere that allows you to forget the hustle and bustle of daily life. You can also experience popular activities such as sutra copying and morning prayers. Located close to Kongobu-ji Temple, you can fully enjoy the charm of Koyasan.

Hotel 登大路 Nara is an auberge located next to the 1300-year-old World Heritage site "Kōfuku-ji."

A hidden Ryokan surrounded by rich nature, located just a 5-minute walk from Nikko Toshogu Shrine. Some Rooms offer views of the World Heritage temple grounds. We provide a special suite consisting of three rooms: a Japanese-style room, a bedroom, and a lounge. Relax in the abundant hot water to relieve daily fatigue. Enjoy the garden with seasonal landscapes to unwind from your journey. Additionally, we welcome you with dishes featuring Nikko's specialty "Yuba" and seasonal ingredients.

Experience the charm of ancient Nara throughout the seasons at the traditional Japanese Ryokan, "Nara Manyo Wakakusa no Yado Mikasa," located in Nara City. From cherry blossoms in spring, summer cool breezes, to autumn foliage, witness the ever-changing beauty of this historic city. Surrounded by lush nature, enjoy unique experiences such as traditional annual events and numerous historical landmarks starting from "Nara Manyo Wakakusa no Yado Mikasa." Relax and rejuvenate in our open-air bath while feeling the refreshing atmosphere of Mount Wakakusa in Nara City.

The ancient city of Nara, preserving and maintaining much of Japan's elegant beauty. Enjoy a tranquil moment at "Naramachiya Wakasai Bettei," a property reminiscent of Naramachiya townhouses at the foot of Todaiji Temple.

[Located in the heart of Mount Yoshino with excellent access. Enjoy delicious mountain kaiseki cuisine and breathtaking views from the open-air bath] "Yoshinoso Yukawaya" is a small accommodation nestled on the slopes of World Heritage Site Mount Yoshino, just a 5-minute walk from Kinpusenji Temple's Zao-do Hall. Relax in tranquility while taking in the ever-changing seasonal mountain scenery up close. Our highlight is the mountain kaiseki cuisine "Saigyo Gozen," which fully utilizes the blessings of Mount Yoshino. Carefully prepared with Yoshino's honkuzu (authentic kudzu) and seasonal ingredients, we offer menus featuring the best flavors of each season. Savor an unforgettable culinary experience surrounded by history and nature, along with unique views of Mount Yoshino.

Located at the western edge of "Nara Park," one of Japan's most renowned scenic spots surrounded by World Heritage sites such as Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofuku-ji Temple, and Todai-ji Temple, the Hotel stands in a place known worldwide as the birthplace of Japanese culture. The Hotel features 43 guest rooms (23 of which include private Onsen baths or open-air baths) designed with interiors that harmonize with nature, offering a refined atmosphere that reflects the traditions of Nara. The main building of the Hotel, a renovated "Nara Prefectural Governor's Residence" originally built in the Taisho era, houses a restaurant where you can fully experience the terroir and culinary history of Nara, as well as a sushi bar utilizing a traditional storehouse. Additionally, the Hotel's grounds include a Japanese garden where you can enjoy the beauty of each season, providing Facilities that ensure a seamless travel experience.