Yoshino Station (Nara Prefecture) × Popular Stays for Families with ChildrenRecommended Hotel·Ryokan

"Chikurin-in Gunpoen" is a historic accommodation nestled in Yoshino, a place where the breath of history can be felt. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a special moment of tranquility.Featured on TV and by famous Instagram influencers, this talked-about accommodation offers uniquely designed rooms. Choose from spaces that blend traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern comfort, retro-style rooms with a Showa-era charm, rooms with open-air baths offering stunning views of Mount Yoshino, or the special historical room "Matsu-no-Ma."Our staff cherishes Japan's spirit of "omotenashi" hospitality, providing warm and attentive service to ensure your stay is unforgettable. We look forward to welcoming you to an accommodation you'll want to visit again and again.

Dorogawa Onsen, a historic hot spring that began as a lodging to host practitioners visiting the sacred peak "Ōmine-san," a World Heritage site. This is the oldest property in the area, with a history of 500 years. You can fully enjoy the unique nostalgia, charm, and culture of Dorogawa.

A property popular for conversations with the host who deeply loves the historic Tenkawa Village embraced by nature. You may also be guided to famous spots like Benzaiten, canyons, and starry skies. Immerse yourself in a mystical and gentle space while listening to the murmuring stream.

Known as the Mahoroba of the nation, Nara, the land of Yamato. Among them, in the northwest of Asuka Village, which retains a strong breath of ancient times, near Ikazuchi Hill mentioned in the Manyoshu, stands a small Property limited to one group per day, that is Asuka Yuri no Sato Shinrajuku.

This Property, located along the approach to Asuka Niimasu Shrine within the historic site of "Asuka-dera Ruins," is a renovated accommodation featuring the structure of a "rectangular four-room local-style townhouse" built in the third year of the Meiji era (over 150 years ago). The exterior and layout have been preserved as much as possible. While incorporating original fittings and antique materials from the time, the Property is equipped with modern amenities, including air conditioning systems, to ensure a comfortable stay. It offers two spacious Rooms, each with a unique atmosphere, featuring a courtyard and a large Shigaraki ware bathtub. The Rooms are also stocked with a collection of rare "out-of-print historical books" and "photography and art books." During your stay, we encourage you to take a closer look at the building and books, and enjoy a hands-on, engaging experience.

The main building, a sukiya-style structure with 150 years of history, and the annex, built 70 years ago, offer a unique stay. The four limited Rooms available per day each have their own distinct charm. Preserving the essence of traditional Japanese architecture, the Rooms feature shoin-zukuri designs crafted with rare wood or renovated spaces such as a former storehouse. Guests can enjoy Onsen in a private cypress bath or an in-Room bath. For dinner, we offer Plans featuring shabu-shabu with the chef-selected premium pork "Miyabuton" or sukiyaki/shabu-shabu with Nara's renowned "Udabeef," served in your Room or a private dining room. For breakfast, savor the local specialty "chagayu" (tea porridge). Depending on the season, enjoy firefly viewing or river play at the private stream on the property, or have a BBQ in the garden in front of your Room. Relax in the 3,000-tsubo garden, which reflects the beauty of the four seasons, or spend a tranquil moment in the tea room.

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.

"Among the accommodations at Dorogawa Onsen, 'Atarashiya Ryokan' was the first to introduce onsen water, offering a blend of nostalgia and modernity. From the panoramic bath, you can enjoy seasonal landscapes, the murmuring of the river, and the croaking of frogs. Especially, the snow-viewing bath by the riverside with snowmelt water is exceptional. Additionally, at our ryokan, you can savor wild boar hot pot with a secret sauce year-round."

As a property with a long history as a lodging for travelers, it offers a serene ambiance and heartfelt cuisine. It features the only onsen open-air bath in a room at Dorogawa Onsen, where you can relax in a hinoki wooden open-air bath. Additionally, the spacious rooms are suitable for families or groups. At the bottom of the ceramic open-air bath, there is a single character '笑', bringing smiles from the heart in a tranquil setting. You can also enjoy dishes prepared with abundant mountain and river delicacies.

Create wonderful memories at our Property, surrounded by a charming townscape and rich nature. We offer retro-style Rooms, Rooms with a piano, and entire floor rental Rooms to accommodate the number of guests. Meals are served in your Room or in a private dining Room. Enjoy our atmospheric open-air garden bath and large bath with Binchotan charcoal, available 24 hours. Additionally, from 16:00 to 19:00, the baths operate on a gender-swapping schedule every 1.5 hours, and outside these hours, they are available for private use. Check-out is until 12:00, allowing you to relax and enjoy your stay.

Koryokuen Saisei is located in the renowned water village of Dorogawa Onsenkyo. Situated at an altitude of approximately 820 meters, Dorogawa is a cool retreat often referred to as the "Karuizawa of Kansai." The Onsen of Dorogawa, springing from the banks of the Sanjogawa River, is known for its silky smooth texture that leaves your skin feeling refreshed after a bath. Under a sky filled with countless stars, the abundant hot springs will soothe both your body and mind. Enjoy the seasonal blessings unique to Dorogawa, including local ingredients such as Amago and rainbow trout from the clear Sanjogawa River, spring mountain vegetables, autumn mushrooms, and "Meisui Tofu" made with the famous Gorogoro water.

The traditional Japanese house that once operated as a fountain pen shop has been reborn as a high-quality Property. Inspired by the history of fountain pens, which were once the livelihood of Gose, we offer a serene stay where you can reflect your thoughts on paper. Enjoy a moment of tranquility with spacious rooms, peaceful time, and lush green views that soothe the soul. Dinner is served at the Western-style restaurant Kemuri. We present GOSE Local Gastronomy (expressing the region's climate, history, culture, and agricultural, forestry, and fishery practices through "cuisine"). Featuring ingredients unique to Gose, such as kudzu and duck, paired with local sake nurtured by the rich waters of Gose, we propose Western-style dishes that are loved by all. Western cuisine here is both nostalgic and innovative. GOSE Local Gastronomy is a fusion of local ingredients, a space filled with a sense of nostalgia, and the creativity of a cutting-edge chef.

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.