Nara National Museum

Nara National Museum which includes interior views

Nara National Museum featuring a pond and a fountain

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PG Kuromon

Minami

￥20,270

per person

Feb 13 - Feb 15

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Fukuoka (FUK) to Osaka (KIX)

8.6/10 Excellent! (254 reviews)

I booked this trip around six months ago, and at the time I was told that the accommodation would have a staffed reception. Unfortunately, by the time I arrived, this had changed. I stayed for seven days and six nights, and during that time we weren’t given enough bath towels. This meant we had to wash the used ones ourselves, but there wasn’t really enough laundry detergent provided for us to do so properly. When I made the booking, I was also assured that luggage storage would be available after check-out. Sadly, because the place has now moved to a completely contactless system, this service was no longer offered. In the end, we had to pay for external luggage storage instead. If you’re planning to cook during your stay, it’s worth checking in advance whether the kitchen has the basics you need. You may need to ask specifically about things like knives, spatulas, and ladles, as these weren’t fully provided.

Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025

Kyoto Hatsune Hotel

Shimogyo Ward

￥36,950

per person

Jan 17 - Jan 21

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Fukuoka (FUK) to Osaka (KIX)

9.8/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)

Kevin, our host went above and beyond. Recommend to anyone wanting serenity in the middle of the Kyoto bustle.

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2025

KABIN Taka

Shimogyo Ward

￥37,375

per person

Jan 17 - Jan 21

found 22 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Fukuoka (FUK) to Osaka (KIX)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)

Simple, cleaning every 3 days unless you ask. Ask for it

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Popular places to visit

4 days ago at this tiny shrine near to Todaiji which is the first in Nara to bloom. A world of differences in 3 days as Osaka & Kyoto are now in full bloom! This picture was taken on Mar 3.

Himuro Shrine

Himuro Shrine is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Nara's near proximity to the cities of Kyoto and Osaka makes it an easy side trip in anyone's Kansai itinerary. And although most people come to Nara for the roaming (but tame) deers and the historical temples, Nara park offers a lot of hidden gems that I would recommend devoting a whole day to enjoy a trip to Japan's first permanent capital.
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Take for example, Yoshikien Garden: it is a mere walking distance away from Todaiji temple and yet it is almost always missed by tourists. Foreign travelers can avail of the free entrance just by showing their passports. The moss garden

Yoshiki-en

You can find out about the history of Nara when you stop by Yoshiki-en. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Isui-en Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Isui-en Garden, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

Todaiji Temple

4.5/5(393 reviews)

Todaiji Temple is just one of the places to see in Nara, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Kofuku-ji Shrine which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a temple or place of worship

Kofuku-ji Temple

4.5/5(29 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Noboriōji with a visit to Kofuku-ji Temple. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.

Sarusawa-ike featuring a lake or waterhole

Sarusawa Pond Park

5/5(1 review)

Sarusawa Pond Park is just one of the places to see in Noboriōji, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this walkable area, find time to visit its temples.

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