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Located in a historic residential area, about a 20-minute walk from Todai-ji Temple's Great Buddha Hall. The accommodation features two-tier dormitory-style built-in beds, which become private spaces when the curtains are closed. Bedding has been carefully selected to ensure a good night's sleep, and products that prevent pests have been chosen, so you can rest assured. In the evening, you can find a wealth of materials about Nara to help plan your sightseeing course for the next day. From specialized books to guidebooks, we have a wide selection available. Maps of Nara Prefecture, covering most major locations, are also prepared. We hope you will enjoy exploring Nara on your own, and we are here to assist you in making the most of your visit.

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.

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.

Shibi is a renovated private residence in Nara, designed to offer a special and comfortable space inspired by the land's history and the warmth of wood. Enjoy facilities such as a private barrel sauna and Zen meditation in a Japanese-style room while admiring the seasonal scenery through the windows. Relish moments of tranquility and rejuvenation for both body and mind.

Yamatokoriyama City, known for goldfish farming, is located in northern Nara Prefecture. Just a 5-minute drive from JR Koriyama Station and Kintetsu Koriyama Station. Free surface parking is also available. Our natural Onsen with open-air style baths (separate for men and women) is said to help relieve muscle pain, joint pain, neuralgia, and frozen shoulder. We look forward to welcoming you to the first roadside-style Hotel in the Super Hotel chain.

Inspired by the history of the Nara period, our facility features a traditional Japanese sauna with low sliding doors reminiscent of that era. To allow families and groups of friends to immerse themselves in Nara's history, we have designed spacious living rooms and bedrooms, equipped each guest room with a semi-open-air bath, and included local sake "Harushika" along with all necessary amenities within the accommodation fee. We hope you will enjoy the charm of this land to its fullest while experiencing a luxurious sense of relaxation in our space.

-- Established in 1899, a long-standing Ryokan with temple- and shrine-style architecture, standing proudly within the scenic Nara Park --Nara still preserves the charm of the ancient capital throughout the city.Shikitei is located right beside the torii gate at the entrance to Nara Park, where you can truly feel the spirit of Nara.Since its founding, it has been renovated five times, and its temple- and shrine-style building blends seamlessly into the surrounding scenery,creating a calm, hidden-retreat atmosphere.

Fufu Nara is a small luxury resort designed by world-renowned architect Kengo Kuma, inheriting the scenic beauty of the ancient capital, Nara. Nara’s profound history and culture are expressed throughout the property, offering a serene space wrapped in the gentle warmth of wood. In every guestroom, enjoy natural Onsen featuring our “Wakan Aromatic Bath,” inspired by Nara’s heritage as the birthplace of traditional medicine. For dining—one of the great pleasures of travel—savor Japanese cuisine or teppanyaki that captures the culture and charm of this region.

Located near Kasuga Taisha Shrine and Todai-ji Temple, Nara's Takabatake area retains the rich essence of ancient landscapes, where the lives of shrine families and literary figures continue to thrive. In this historic Takabatake, a 100-year-old sukiya-style architectural masterpiece has been reimagined with new elements of design, furniture, and contemporary art, giving birth to "Suimontei," a Property that accommodates only one group per day. Because we host only one group per day, we offer the finest hospitality. For your meals, our chef carefully selects seasonal and fresh ingredients, using the finest produce from Nara to create special dishes that can only be enjoyed on that particular day and at that particular moment. The warmth of nature, the gentle transitions of the seasons, the dignity and subtlety of history. Through your stay at "Suimontei," we hope you will feel as if you are living in the heart of Nara's Takabatake.

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.

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.

VILLA COMMUNICO is a gastronomic auberge located at the foot of Mount Wakakusa in the ancient city of Nara, where we create and share a new culinary experience for Nara using primitive wood-fired cooking.Chef Horita, who earned a Michelin star in the Nara Michelin Guide 2022 and 2023, has elevated the innovative restaurant "COMMUNICO" to new heights. In September 2024, we will welcome guests to our auberge with five guest rooms at the base of Mount Wakakusa."COMMUNICO" means "to share" in Latin. At VILLA COMMUNICO, we carefully source seasonal blessings, select game meat, and wild river fish delivered daily by dedicated producers who share our vision. Together with our guests, we aim to share and cultivate a new food culture for Nara.