Around Shiomakuyama Ancient Tomb × Accommodation For Enjoying Autumn FlavorsRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

Maruto Soy Sauce, Nara Prefecture’s oldest soy sauce brewery, has been reborn as a stayable soy sauce brewery.Founded in 1689, Maruto Soy Sauce was once purveyor to the Imperial Household—so esteemed that members of the Imperial Family even stayed here. After the war, however, the brewery was forced to close when it could no longer secure satisfactory ingredients. Now, using the microorganisms that remained in the kura since its closure, locally sourced ingredients, and brewing methods reconstructed from historical documents, the fires have been lit again for the first time in 70 years—reviving Maruto as a stayable soy sauce brewery.From traveler to brewer.Experience firsthand our revival of soy sauce making, local resources, and the timeless landscapes of Yamato—all in one place.

A hidden nine-room Accommodation nestled in Sakurai, Nara—considered the birthplace of Japanese culture—“Auberge de Senvie.” We offer a stay close to nature, inviting you to reflect on your senses and the rhythms of life. Our French cuisine, created in sincere partnership with local producers, captures the season and the land’s memories, quietly expressing the essence of Nara. Step away from the bustle and surrender to changing scenery and stillness. Experience our philosophy—“Sens” (senses) and “Vie” (life)—through our cuisine, spaces, and your stay.

From the property on the central highlands of Mount Yoshino, you can enjoy panoramic views of Naka Senbon Park, Kami Senbon Park, and the Mausoleum of Emperor Go-Daigo, experiencing the natural beauty that changes with each season. The entire facility is equipped with Wi-Fi, and you can spend quiet moments around a traditional hearth. Enjoy a comfortable time with beautiful scenery.

[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.

Ideal as a sightseeing base in the central and southern Nara region! ...Tanzan Shrine: Directly in front / Asuka Village, Shorinji Temple, Abe Monjuin Temple: 10 minutes by car / Hasedera Temple, Omiwa Shrine, Kashihara Shrine, Mount Yoshino: 25 minutes by car / Muroji Temple: 45 minutes by car / Nara Park: 60 minutes by car...In Tounomine (Tounomine), Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture, the historical stage where Prince Nakano Oe and Kamatari Nakatomi discussed the political reform of the Asuka period, the "Taika Reform." "Tanzan Shrine," which has the world's only wooden 13-story pagoda, enshrines Kamatari, the founder of the Fujiwara clan. Our facility, which offers views of the Tanzan Shrine precincts from various parts of the building, assists in your important journey with the casualness of a Hotel and the hospitality of a Ryokan. Please spend a quiet moment immersed in history and savor the four seasons in the clear, tranquil air. We would be most delighted if we could provide you with a time that heals with the beauty of nature and enriches your life.