Around Yamato Kogen Country Club × Nature Experience AccommodationRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

With a proud history and tradition spanning more than 100 years, Nara Hotel is perched 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 Momoyama palace-style cypress construction. Its interior blends Japanese and Western design, evoking the atmosphere of a royal residence.

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.

A "Seasonal Delicacy Course" that blends the tradition of Japanese cuisine with French techniques, based on ingredients from Nara such as Yamato beef and Yamato vegetables. "Unique Free Activities" to experience the seasons woven by nature, including stargazing, wood chopping, campfires, insect collecting, and firefly watching, enjoyable for both adults and children. Enjoy a moment of leisure in a space that harmonizes the history and culture of ancient Nara, cherishing the essence of the ingredients. We welcome you first with the soothing aroma.

A fully private, whole-house rental Accommodation nestled in nature. In a refined space adorned with Shigaraki ware by local artists and thoughtfully curated interiors, you can step away from everyday life and truly unwind. Enjoy a spacious living room, a relaxing bedroom, and a fully equipped kitchen—comfortable for longer stays as well. On the grounds, you’ll find two unique saunas: Kansai’s first “Earth” sauna built with the earthbag method, and a “Tea” sauna filled with the soothing aroma of Asamiya tea. Surrounded by the gentle air created by natural materials, warm yourself to the core and let your mind deeply relax in pure luxury. Listen to birdsong and rustling trees as you take in local culture and nature’s gifts with all five senses—an experience you can only have here.

Minamiyamashiro, Kyoto Prefecture’s only village. One of Japan’s leading tea-growing areas, it offers sweeping tea fields, a refreshing aroma of tea, and soothing natural scenery. Enjoy seasonal activities such as cycling and hiking around Takayama Dam. Convenient for sightseeing in Iga and Nara, it’s an ideal base for families to experience nature and culture together. We also offer dog-friendly rooms where you can stay with your beloved pet.At the end of the day, unwind in a calm space that lets you truly relax. Our simply and beautifully arranged interiors, along with warm hospitality, gently ease away the day’s travel fatigue.