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Tsukihitei Ryokan

4.0 star property
Mountain guesthouse with free parking, 1-minute walk to Nara Park

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Garden
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Japanese Traditional Room (10 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M. )
Property entrance
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$810
4 Mar - 5 Mar

Explore the area

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158 Kasugano-Cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8212
  • Place, Nara Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kasuga Shrine
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Todaiji Temple
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Osaka (ITM-Itami)
    ‪73 min drive‬

Room options

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Japanese Traditional Room (8 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.)

Japanese Traditional Room (8 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Futon

View all photos for Japanese Traditional Room (10 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M. )

Japanese Traditional Room (10 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M. )

Japanese Traditional Room (10 Tatami Mats with bath, can't serve dinner after 7 P.M. )

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Futon

View all photos for Japanese-Style Room (10 Tatami)

Food and drink

Japanese-Style Room (10 Tatami)

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Sakura room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Sakura room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Wakaba room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Wakaba room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Take room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Take room Dinner and breakfast included (Upgraded Kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M

  • Mountain view
  • 74 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Wakaba room Dinner and breakfast included (special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

Room amenity

Wakaba room Dinner and breakfast included (special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

  • Mountain view
  • 66 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

View all photos for Take room Dinner and breakfast included (special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Take room Dinner and breakfast included (special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

  • Mountain view
  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Single Beds and 2 Single Futons

View all photos for Sakura room Dinner and breakfast included (Special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Sakura room Dinner and breakfast included (Special kaiseki) can't serve dinner after 7 P.M.

  • Mountain view
  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Large Single Beds

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Interior

Annex Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Japanese-Style Room (8 Tatami)

Bathroom

Japanese-Style Room (8 Tatami)

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Nara

Tsukihitei Ryokan places you steps from Nara Park and within a 15-minute stroll of Kasuga Shrine. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Additionally, you'll find a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4-property class Nara guest house include Manyo Botanical Garden and Kazugayama Genshirin.
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What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Mount Wakakusa - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nara National Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station - 8 min drive
  • Osaka (KIX-Kansai Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪鹿屋 本店 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪水谷茶屋(Mizuya-Chaya) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Conce - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪三山亭食堂 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪和風レストラン 三山 - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Tsukihitei Ryokan

Mountain guesthouse with free parking, 1-minute walk to Nara Park
As a guest of Tsukihitei Ryokan, you'll find a garden and a front desk safe. Public spaces have free WiFi. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Nara guest house.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Tsukihitei Ryokan offers 5 accommodations with complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. This Nara guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Private bath/onsen services include an indoor private bath (in communal space). Public bath/onsen services include a yukata (Japanese robe).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Kaiseki meal

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains

Spa

  • Private indoor bath (no minerals) in communal space
  • Yukata (Japanese robes)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • Tatami (woven mat) flooring
  • Tokonoma (alcove)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Children aged 9 and younger booked in a half board rate plan receive dinner from the children's menu.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • As required by the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, all international visitors must submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels etc). Also, it's required that lodging proprietors photocopy the passports of all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file.

Property is also known as

Tsukihitei
Tsukihitei Nara
Tsukihitei Ryokan
Tsukihitei Ryokan Nara
Tsukihitei Ryokan Nara
Tsukihitei Ryokan Guesthouse
Tsukihitei Ryokan Guesthouse Nara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

Tsukihitei Ryokan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

As of 16 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tsukihitei Ryokan on 4 Mar 2026 start from AU$809.58, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

Yep, Tsukihitei Ryokan has a free self car park.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

No, Tsukihitei Ryokan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Tsukihitei Ryokan?

No, pets are not allowed.

Tsukihitei Ryokan Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Matthew, Washougal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful spot in the forest, although just a bit far from the sights in Nara. The staff was lovely and the room quite comfortable, by Western standards for a Japanese room (although the futons were by far the hardest and most uncomfortable of the three ryokans we visited). The meals lived up to the reviews, beautifully presented true kaiseki.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A hidden gem!

A hidden gem right in the heart of Nara Park, tucked away on a small hill, surrounded by verdant greens. Purely magical, a sanctuary that stands in stark contrast the frenzy of the deer feeding tourists and the bustle of Osaka! There are 3 western style rooms (useful for those who can’t sleep on tatami floors), underfloor heating, air conditioning and private dining rooms with personalised service! We felt so pampered. Service was top notch with one of the best kaiseki dinners and breakfast we’ve ever had. Recommend room with half board. Found the traditional mattresses a tad thin for me but truly no complaints! Would recommend 2 nights to fully unwind and explore surrounds. Well maintained, beautiful rooms with minibar stocked - all inclusive!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights in one of the traditional rooms with kaiseki and it was one of the best experiences we have had anywhere in the world. The food was amazing and the staff were very polite and professional. Walking through the park from the front door or into town is also great! The private baths were super relaxing. I also recommend having the staff order you a massage and you will not be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just beautiful!!

Our stay at this ryokan was truly the most relaxing and beautiful experience we’ve ever had. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with such genuine hospitality that we felt like cherished guests. The traditional tatami rooms were impeccably clean and serene, with a breathtaking view of the surrounding nature that felt like a scene from a postcard. The onsen was an absolute highlight—soaking in the soothing hot spring waters under the open sky was pure bliss. Every detail, from the carefully arranged yukata to the thoughtfully prepared tea set in our room, reflected the ryokan’s dedication to providing an authentic and peaceful escape. The kaiseki dinner was an unforgettable culinary journey, with each dish meticulously crafted and presented like a work of art. Breakfast the next morning was equally exquisite, featuring fresh, local ingredients that perfectly complemented the tranquil ambiance. We left feeling completely rejuvenated and already dreaming of our return. This ryokan is not just a place to stay—it’s an experience of Japanese culture, hospitality, and relaxation at its finest. Highly recommended to anyone seeking a haven of peace and beauty.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a truly unique property. Our room was stunning as was the hotel property and surrounding forest.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ledia edlin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fue la mejor experiencia de mi vida !!!! La comida deliciosa, el servicio excelente, hermoso lugar en la naturaleza.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, service, food and tranquility were all amazing. You won’t regret your stay here (ask for the Sakura Room).
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a 10 out of 10. The location at the edge of the forest is spectacular. The service is impeccable. We are vegan and they accommodated us with absolutely delicious meals. It is located just on the outskirts of the Nara Deer Park where you are surrounded by a lovely forest ambience and yet you are just a short hike from the Park and its bustling surrounds. The trail just outside the Ryoken takes you up the mountain.It is simply an awesome place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the suite we had with 2 twins. The beds are more like full size and are together in the huge bedroom. The suite is similar to a large apartment. We were greeted by the most amazing and friendly staff. They come out personally to greet you at arrival and to say good bye when checking out. The dinner was in our personal suite and consisted of 10 courses that were delicious. There are free drinks and beers in the refrigerator and we purchased sake for dinner. The breakfast was served in our personal suite and was traditional Japanese breakfast. Our attendants were so sweet for dinner and breakfast. They made me feel so welcome and special. I would say this was probably one of the best parts of my trip to Japan. If I return to Nara Park in the future I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

ken

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Once in a lifetime traditional Japanese experience

Tucked in the hills of Nara this four room Inn is super private. The ladies dressed in their kimonos provide 5 star customer service. With the kaiseki meals you get a throwback to traditional Japanese customs during your stay here. This is the most traditional Japanese stay you can experience, a true ryokan. Here are a couple things I did not see in other reviews I read. The room has a traditional bathtub and shower setup but there are also two much larger, nicer setups you can “book by time”. Seeing that there are only a handful of rooms these are easily, readily available and private. I would highly recommend this. Lastly, you are in the mountains of an old traditional ryokan. There are spiders, critters of all sorts that make their way into your room and around your meals. This is the only downside we experienced but I’m not sure how you can avoid it being nestled into the forest. This is not the 100 story mandarin oriental. This is a portal back in time so just go into your stay with that in mind.
walkway between rooms
private bath you can book for yourself
kaiseki dinner. basically michelin.
breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yuexin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An excellent choice to stay in this 200-year old property. Staff are extremely friendly and helpful. Enjoyed the dinner set which is beautiful and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Travelled with family
Totally lovecthe ryokan and its location. Just 2 3 km walk to the top of the mountain. Stunning food and hinoki bath. Worth every cents.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
For all the traveling I've done in my life, Tsukihitei Ryokan will remain close to my heart as one of the most memorable stays I've had. It is everything you will want in a Ryokan experience. I believe we experienced the most traditional Ryokan in Japan. We really did step back into time for two days and loved every aspect of it. We decided to stay two nights to really immerse ourselves in the experience. Upon arrival, we were given a tour and then shown our accommodations, which overlooked the woods of the Mt. Kasuga Primeval Forest. We were greeted with ceremonial matcha green tea. Our dinners and breakfast were absolutely incredible. The presentation was artwork. We were served in a private dining room that was connected to our sleeping room, which made it all feel very personal and private. All the meals were distinctive in their flavors and tastes. Walking the line between thoughtfulness and artwork, the food was just another extension of all the other wonderful elements we experienced while staying at Tsukihitei. The two bathing houses were gorgeous and luxurious, lit up by stained glass windows. The aesthetic felt like it belonged in an ancient forest. The customer service was top notch. Everyone was so kind to any need we had during our time there. From our first greeting to our last, we felt very taken care of. I will never forget how magical the experience was. I hope to go back there one day and stay with them again.

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We spent a couple weeks in Japan, and our stay at Tsukihi-tei was one of the hightlights! The location in the forest is amazing. The staff was fantastic - from greeting you on arrival they make every effort to make you feel welcome. The food is the best we had while we were in Japan. If you want a wonderful ryokan experience, I would highly recommend Tsukihi!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Britni

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely amazing experience! The inn is in a magnificent forest very near Kasuga Shrine and Nara Park. The comfort, food, and hospitality are second to none. Be sure to use the private cedar baths! The staff were extremely kind and gracious and we appreciated their patience in guiding us through a relaxing stay. Stay here! You will never forget it!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hugh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019