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Shika Saru Kitsune Building

A commercial complex produced by a long-established company that will breathe new life into Naramachi.

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It is the first commercial complex of its kind to open in April 2021, produced by Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten, a long-established store founded in 1716 that offers lifestyle goods based on Japanese craftsmanship. The store structure is centered around "Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Nara Main Store," specialty coffee shop "Sarutahiko Coffee," and sukiyaki restaurant "Kitsune" by a restaurant listed on the Michelin Guide Tokyo 2020 with one star for three consecutive years, bringing a new breeze to Naramachi.

The building was designed by one of Japan's leading architects, Mr. Hiroshi Naito. It blends modern state-of-the-art technology with traditional Japanese architectural styles, and is in harmony with the old streets of Naramachi. The building is in harmony with the old streets of Naramachi, where Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten has been doing business for more than 300 years, and the love of the local community can be felt.

In the building, there are also hands-on facilities such as "Tokura," where you can experience the history of Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten, and "Nunogura," where you can experience the store's traditional handspun hand-woven linen crafts. If you go to the trouble, you would like to experience Nara's history, crafts, and culture while staying here, rather than just having a short stay for shopping and eating/drinking.

Highlights

  • The building space where tradition and time are in harmony is also a highlight.
  • There are also hands-on programs that let you experience the history, crafts, and culture of Nara.
  • Two restaurants will open their doors for the first time in Nara.

Photos

  • A hot new spot in an alley in Naramachi
SATOSHI ASAKAWA

    A hot new spot in an alley in Naramachi SATOSHI ASAKAWA

  • "Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Nara Main Store" with its many handicrafts

    "Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Nara Main Store" with its many handicrafts

  • "Salon" introduces new ways to enjoy and learn about the tea ceremony

    "Salon" introduces new ways to enjoy and learn about the tea ceremony

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Can you provide services in foreign languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten, Salon: Daily conversation level of English can be handled.

Q

Are tax refunds available?

A

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten, Salon: Tax free service will be available in the future depending on the situation at Corona.

Q

Is gift wrapping available?

A

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten: Yes, we can. We will be flexible to meet your needs.
Salon: We do not offer this service.

Q

Do you have an overseas-shipping service?

A

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten and Salon: It will take a few days, but we can accommodate your request.

Q

When we earn points, can we use them immediately?

A

Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten: Points can be used immediately after they are granted.

Q

Is there an affiliated parking lot?

A

There is no affiliated parking lot, so please use a nearby paid parking lot. There is no parking service.

Q

Is there a bicycle parking lot?

A

There is a bicycle parking lot nearby for guests using the Shika-Saru-Kitsune Building.

Reviews

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    mizutama_renga Top Reviewer

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    猿沢池から少し入った場所にある鹿猿狐ビルヂング。
    今回は2022年10月22日に、この猿鹿狐ビルヂングのすぐ側に町家を改装してオープンした「奈良御菓子製造所 ocasi」を訪れた際に立ち寄りました!
    2階の「中川政七商店」には、食器や雑貨など素敵なアイテムがずらり!見ているだけでワクワクします(今回はこちら限定のデザインのふきんを購入しました)
    オープンしたばかりの「奈良御菓子製造所 ocasi」では、こちらの看板メニュー「ocasiプレート」をいただきました。
    「水菓子、和菓子、洋菓子。三つのお菓子が重なりあう『奈良御菓子』」がコンセプトで、この3つがすべて食べられるプレートです。和のどら焼きは糖度をかなり落として炊き上げた餡が、さっぱりとして美味! クリーミィなチーズケーキも絶品です。ここに、水菓子であるジャムをつけて味の変化を楽しみます。ジャムは日本最古の柑橘・大和橘と、キウイ、すももの3種。
    どら焼きとチーズケーキはお土産や贈答用にも購入可能です(どら焼きは製造日から5日間、チーズケーキは冷凍で1ヶ月の賞味期限)。
    店内外に設置されたベンチや椅子に腰掛けて食べるのもよいですが、テイクアウトも可能なので購入して近くの猿沢池のベンチなどで食べるのもよいかも知れません。
    ならまち散策のお供におすすめです!

Details

Name in Japanese
鹿猿狐ビルヂング
Postal Code
630-8221
Address
22 Ganriincho, Nara City, Nara
Telephone
0742-25-2188 (Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Nara Main Store)
Closed
Open every day
Hours
10:00am-7:00pm (Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten Nara Main Store)
Directions
7-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line
Credit Cards
Accepted
Official Website
Official Website (Japanese)