20 Japanese Guest Houses (Minshuku) in Nara

This is a luxury inn, renovated from a traditional townhouse, accommodating up to six guests.

The national route 308 passing in front of the inn is called the Kuragari Kaido.In ancient times during the Nara period, it was created as a road connecting Heijokyo and Naniwa (Osaka).During the Edo period, it was used as a route for the sankin-kotai system and was loved by commoners as a pilgrimage route to Ise.This Oze town once flourished as a post town, but now only a few remnants of that era remain.In this Oze, we have created an inn utilizing an old traditional house that was once a blacksmith's workshop. Experience a relaxing time in the unique atmosphere of a traditional Japanese house with large wooden beams and a warm veranda surrounding the inner courtyard.Enjoy unlimited access to the owner's collection of over 1,000 books, including manga, travel guides, and cookbooks. We offer room types including Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, and a women-only dormitory (4 beds).The facility is equipped with a shared living room, a mini kitchen, and clean shower rooms. We hope this space becomes a place where travelers and local residents can spend time as if they were living here. Ikoma offers excellent access to Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara, making it a convenient base for sightseeing.Natomi Inn is located three stops south of Ikoma Station on a local line, just a 3-minute walk from the station, surrounded by nostalgic scenery.

Nara Guesthouse 3F is located right in the middle of a shopping street, just a short walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, making it not only convenient for dining and shopping but also an excellent location for sightseeing, with Kofukuji Temple just 100 meters away. The guesthouse features a spacious and open living area where you can relax freely, chat, or plan your travels.The large central table made from a single slab of chestnut wood can accommodate many people, and the kitchen is equipped with cooking utensils, tableware, and appliances, allowing you to bring your own ingredients and cook.Surrounding it are Japanese-style rooms, Western-style rooms, dormitories, shower rooms, and toilets, making it an ideal layout for multi-generational family gatherings, groups of close friends, home parties, reunions, or girls' nights. From Kintetsu Nara Station, you can take the first train to Kyoto, Osaka, Nishikujo (USJ entrance), and Kobe, offering excellent access for sightseeing across the Kansai region.Of course, Nara itself is full of charm; you can enjoy a special time at the Starbucks Coffee in front of Sarusawa Pond, and take a refreshing early morning walk in Nara Park.Heijo Palace ruins, Yamanobe-no-Michi trail, Ikaruga, and Asuka are destinations that never get old, no matter how many times you visit.There is also a free fully-automatic washer and dryer, so you can quickly do your laundry during your stay.Please make use of it as a base for your sightseeing.

Newly built in 2023. Exclusive for women, one group rental. Four rooms with bunk beds for two people each to rest, and two living rooms.