Hotel New Wakasa

Approx. 10 minutes on foot from Kintetsu-Nara Station, this elegant ryokan is conveniently close to Nara’s main sightseeing areas, including Nara Park and Todai-ji Temple. From inside the inn, wonderful views unfold, offering a sense of the world of ancient Nara, home to World Heritage sites including Todai-ji Temple.

The guest rooms include a wide variety of designer rooms, each with its own concept, such as luxurious rooms with open-air scenic baths overlooking Mount Wakakusa, premium kids’ rooms with slides, and compact Japanese-modern rooms with raised seating areas. In these refined spaces crafted by first-class artisans, guests can enjoy a comfortable stay that makes time in Nara feel even more special. There is also a large public bath filled with traditional Japanese charm, as well as private baths where you can relax in the water with your loved ones while taking in the beautiful scenery.

The colorful and delicate kaiseki cuisine, made with plenty of seasonal local ingredients, is also highly regarded. Dishes featuring local specialties such as traditional Yamato vegetables and Yamato pork truly embody the blessings of Nara. A Japanese breakfast that includes Yamato tea rice porridge, a local specialty of Nara, is another highlight.