Best around Asuka, Horyuji Temple Spot List

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

Experience the world inside the Man'yoshu

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage

A wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

A beautiful Japanese inn that has maintained its traditional appearance and hospitality

Located at the birthplace of sumo, this museum offers a chance to explore the history of the sport. It features a full-size sumo ring and a collection of about 12,000 sumo-related artifacts.

This tomb is sealed by a giant rock weighing 2,300 tons

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A lodging that lets you soak in the Showa retro atmosphere while retaining the traces of an old bicycle shop. A room where bicycle enthusiasts can stay with their beloved bikes.For those who aren't cyclists, enjoy cycling filled with natural beauty and historical charm using rental bicycles. At the end of the day, wash off your sweat at the public bath 'Gosho Takarayu,' now a community asset, and connect warmly with local residents. Afterward, chat with companions or people you meet on your journey in the open lounge, and you'll already feel like a resident of Gosho.

Situated just 30 km from Subaru Hall, Asuka no yado-明日香の宿- provides accommodation in Asuka with access to free bikes, a garden, as well as private check-in and check-out. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 26 km from Nara Station. The air-conditioned villa consists of 2 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Tanpi Shrine is 31 km from the villa, while Mihara History Museum is 31 km away. Itami Airport is 65 km from the property.

ツリーハウスのある貸別荘 HoToLo is located in Soni. This holiday home has a garden and free private parking. Providing free WiFi throughout the property, the non-smoking holiday home features a hot tub. Leading onto a terrace with mountain views, the air-conditioned holiday home consists of 1 bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. Additional in-room amenities include wine or champagne. Itami Airport is 96 km away.

Located in Gose in the Nara region, 一日一組限定 古民家の宿 勝右衛門 御所 provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking, as well as access to a hot tub. The air-conditioned accommodation is 23 km from Subaru Hall. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, free shuttle service and luggage storage for guests. The guest house features a flat-screen TV. The kitchenette comes with an oven, a microwave and a toaster and there is a shared bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. The breakfast offers American, Asian options and local specialities and cheese are being served. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the guest house can enjoy walking tours nearby, or make the most of the garden. Tanpi Shrine is 29 km from 一日一組限定 古民家の宿 勝右衛門 御所, while Mihara History Museum is 29 km away. Itami Airport is 64 km from the property.

Featuring 2-star accommodation, Hotel Aura Resort Ⅱ Kashiba (Adult Only) is located in Nara, 16 km from Subaru Hall and 17 km from Shibagaki Shrine. The property is situated 17 km from Takochi Shrine, 17 km from Matsubara Central Park and 18 km from Miyake Shrine. Tanpi Shrine is 20 km from the love hotel and Mihara History Museum is 20 km away. At the love hotel, rooms are fitted with a wardrobe. At Hotel Aura Resort Ⅱ Kashiba (Adult Only) each room comes with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. An American breakfast is available at the accommodation. Kurohimeyamakofun is 20 km from Hotel Aura Resort Ⅱ Kashiba (Adult Only), while Hounzen-ji Temple is 20 km away. Itami Airport is 49 km from the property.

One of Japan's famous ancient temples, quietly nestled in Ikaruga

Set in Uda, 39 km from Nara Station, ホテル郷 offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a bar. Featuring a garden, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk. ホテル郷 features some units with mountain views, and all rooms have a kettle. All guest rooms in the accommodation are fitted with a flat-screen TV and free toiletries. Itami Airport is 84 km from the property.

Featuring a sauna, 奥明日香古民家一棟貸し宿 弥栄 Yasaka is located in Asuka. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. The air-conditioned villa consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath and slippers. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. The accommodation offers a fireplace. As an added convenience, the villa offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property. Guests can also warm themselves near outdoor fireplace after a day of cycling. Nara Station is 31 km from 奥明日香古民家一棟貸し宿 弥栄 Yasaka, while Subaru Hall is 34 km away. Itami Airport is 69 km from the property.

GuestHouse Arugamama, a property with a garden and a shared lounge, is set in Kashihara, 23 km from Nara Station, 27 km from Subaru Hall, as well as 27 km from Tanpi Shrine. The guest house, set in a building dating from 2025, is 27 km from Mihara History Museum and 28 km from Kurohimeyamakofun. The guest house offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units are equipped with heating facilities. Guests at the guest house can enjoy an American breakfast. Sakai Municipal Mihara Culture Hall is 28 km from GuestHouse Arugamama, while Shibagaki Shrine is 29 km away. Itami Airport is 62 km from the property.

Offering garden views, 宿や　サニービレッジ is an accommodation set in Kashihara, 24 km from Nara Station and 25 km from Subaru Hall. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment offers rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi. The units provide views of the mountain and come with a washing machine, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave, and a private bathroom with slippers and a hair dryer. There is also a fridge, kitchenware and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are fitted with bed linen and towels. A bicycle rental service is available at the apartment. Tanpi Shrine is 26 km from 宿や　サニービレッジ, while Mihara History Museum is 26 km from the property. Itami Airport is 61 km away.

Situated 17 km from Subaru Hall, 一棟貸し宿 ローカルプライド大和高田 features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 22 km from Tanpi Shrine. The property is non-smoking and is located 22 km from Mihara History Museum. The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. A flat-screen TV is available. Kurohimeyamakofun is 22 km from the apartment, while Sakai Municipal Mihara Culture Hall is 23 km from the property. Itami Airport is 53 km away.