How to spend your time and how to get around Nara

A girls' trip walking around Nara

Nara Hotel was established in the ancient capital of Nara as a guesthouse for state guests.
With convenient transportation access and numerous World Heritage sites within walking distance, the hotel boasts an interior that exudes the charm of a bygone era.
With attentive service from our dedicated staff, we offer the perfect experience for a sophisticated adult trip to Nara.

Image: Route map to Nara Hotel
Image: Woman walking in Nara

The hotel is a 15-minute walk or a 5-minute taxi ride from Kintetsu Nara Station.
Visitors arriving on foot can enjoy views of Sarusawa Pond and the five-story pagoda of Kofuku-ji Temple along the way.

welcome.
We can store your luggage even before CHECK IN.
Enjoy sightseeing in Nara without the hassle of carrying heavy bags.

Many famous sights, including World Heritage sites, are within walking distance of the hotel.
We will introduce a walking course that you can easily enjoy even on your arrival day.
Image photo: Kofuku-ji Temple

Originating from Yamashina-dera Temple, built on the grounds of Fujiwara no Kamatari's private residence, the temple boasts impressive buildings that evoke Tenpyo culture.
There are many sights to see on the grounds, so we recommend visiting them in order from one end to the other to avoid missing anything.
Image: Route map from Hokuen-do Hall to the National Treasure Museum

Image: Five-story pagoda
Image: Map of the area around Sarusawa Pond
Sarusawa Pond is located just across Sanjo Street from the Nan'endo Hall of Kofuku-ji Temple. The south side of the pond is a scenic spot where the water's surface, willow trees, and five-story pagoda come together in a beautiful scene.

Image photo: Todai-ji Temple

Todaiji Temple, a world-renowned cultural heritage site, houses the famous "Vairocana Buddha," also known as the Great Buddha of Nara. While there are various routes to the temple grounds, the recommended route is to pass through the South Gate and proceed to the Todaiji Museum and the Great Buddha Hall. The Nigatsudo Hall, situated on a hill and offering excellent views, is best visited in the evening or at night.

Image: The ancient city dyed crimson from Wakakusa Mountain

The sunset view from Wakakusayama is exceptionally beautiful. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Nara city from the observation deck.
*Sunset times vary depending on the season, but we recommend arriving 30-40 minutes before sunset.
*Please note that you may not be able to see the sunset depending on the weather. For more information, please ask our staff.

Image: Exterior view of Nara Hotel at night

Welcome back.
We will now show you to your room for today.

Image: A woman raising her glass at Restaurant Mikasa.

For dinner, we offer two dining options: "Mikasa," our main dining room which has been in use since our founding, and "Hanagiku," a Japanese restaurant that uses seasonal ingredients.
Enjoy a pleasant moment reflecting on today.
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Image: Wine, famous paintings, and girl talk

Image: Todai-ji Temple, Nigatsu-do Hall

Todai-ji Temple, Nigatsu-do Hall (National Treasure)

Visiting hours: 24 hours (free)
Access: Approximately 15 minutes by taxi and on foot from the hotel.

Nigatsudo Temple is known for the Shuni-e Buddhist ceremony, which has continued without interruption for over 1260 years.
From March 1st to 14th, large torches are lit to illuminate the path for the monks performing the ritual.

As night deepened, we went for a stroll around Nigatsudo Temple.
Walking along the corridor illuminated by paper lanterns, the night view stretching all the way to Mount Ikoma in the distance is truly exceptional.
Image: Night view of Mt. Ikoma

Image photo: The Bar

Enjoy a relaxing time chatting at "The Bar" inside the hotel.
Opening hours: 18:00 - 23:00

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Image: Nara Park in the morning

Image: Deer in Nara Park in the morning

Nara Park in the early morning, enveloped in refreshing air.
Enjoy a moment to appreciate the nature of Nara while watching the deer stroll leisurely.

Image photo: Breakfast

For breakfast, you can choose from a rice porridge set meal, a Japanese set meal, or a Western set meal. Please enjoy our carefully prepared breakfast.
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Photo: Exterior view Nara Hotel

We hope you enjoyed your stay at our hotel.
All of our staff look forward to your next visit.

Image: Woman walking in Naramachi
Naramachi is an old townscape that still retains the atmosphere of townhouses from the late Edo period to the Meiji era. It has many famous sights, including a World Heritage site, and is also full of cafes and sweets. It's about a 10-minute walk from the hotel, so you can easily stop by during your free time.

Image photo: General store in Naramachi
Image: Woman choosing miscellaneous goods

Image photo: Actual exterior view of Nara

ならの実

国内、海外のハイセンス・ハイクオリティーな雑貨を扱うセレクトショップ。器、ファブリック、文具、ベビー用品など豊富な品揃えで時間を忘れてしまいそう。2階では随時展示イベントを開催。

【住所】奈良市鶴福院町13
【電話】0742-23-7557
【営業時間】11:00～18:00
【定休日】無休

Image: Woman choosing mosquito net fabric
Image: Bookshelves lined up along the entire wall

ねっとわーくぎゃらりー ならっぷ

奈良蚊帳の伝統を守りながら、粗目織物を一貫生産する”丸山繊維産業”のアンテナショップ。緑を眺めながらコーヒーやドライフルーツ紅茶が飲めるカフェを併設。街あるきの休憩にもぴったり。

【住所】奈良市光明院町5
【電話】0742-22-8851
【営業時間】10:00～19:00
【定休日】無休（年末年始を除く）

Image photo: Exterior view of Network Gallery Narappu

Image photo: Exterior of KanaKana

カナカナ

落ち着いた町屋カフェです。品数が多くボリューム満点！インポート雑貨の展示販売もお楽しみいただけます。
【ホテルから徒歩で約8分／近鉄奈良駅より徒歩で約15分】

【住所】奈良市公納堂町13
【TEL】0742-22-3214
【営業時間】11:00～20:00
【定休日】月曜(祝日の場合は翌日)

よつばカフェ

築90年の古い一軒家を利用した、懐かしい雰囲気の町家カフェ。個性あふれる作家さんたちの、手作り雑貨も取り揃えています。

【ホテルから徒歩で約15分／JR京終駅より徒歩で約12分（近鉄奈良駅より徒歩で約20分）】
【住所】奈良市紀寺町954
【TEL】0742-26-8834
【営業時間】11:00～19:00（L.O.18:00）
【定休日】水曜（祝日の場合は営業）

Image photo: Sweets from Yotsuba Cafe

Image photo: Kashiya Confectioner

樫舎

元興寺近くにある御菓子司。手作業で仕立てた上生菓子を、町屋を改装した店内や、カウンター(要予約）などでお楽しみいただけます。夏季限定かき氷も人気です。

【ホテルから徒歩で約10分／近鉄奈良駅より徒歩約10分】
【住所】奈良市中院町22-3
【TEL】0742-22-8899
【営業時間】9:00～18:00(L.O)
【定休日】無休(年末年始は除く)

平宗 奈良店の柿の葉寿司

創業150余年の老舗がおくる、奈良を代表する郷土料理。滋味あふれる柿の葉ずしは、大切な方へのお土産におすすめです。

【ホテルから徒歩で約10分／近鉄奈良駅より徒歩で約10分】
【住所】奈良市今御門町30-1
【TEL】0742-22-0866
【営業時間】10:00～20:30（販売）
【定休日】月曜（祝日の場合は翌日）

Image: Persimmon leaf sushi from Hirasou Nara store

Image photo: Yoshida Mosquito Net Naramachi Dishcloth

吉田蚊帳のならまちふきん

大正10年創業の、奈良の伝統的な蚊帳生地を扱う老舗。コースター、ランチョンマット、ストールなど幅広く取り揃えています。

【ホテルから徒歩で約10分／近鉄奈良駅より徒歩で約15分】
【住所】奈良市芝新屋町1
【TEL】0742-23-3381
【営業時間】9:00～18:00
【定休日】月曜（祝日の場合は翌日）

森奈良漬店の壺漬け

東大寺境内で明治2年に開業した奈良漬店。定番の瓜や大和三尺胡瓜の他にスイカなどもあります。手軽な袋詰はお土産に人気。

【ホテルから徒歩で約20分／近鉄奈良駅より徒歩で約18分】
【住所】奈良市春日野町23
【TEL】0742-26-2063
【営業時間】9:00～18:00
【定休日】無休

Image photo: Pickled vegetables from Mori Nara Pickles Shop

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