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A variety of Japanese dishes, including sashimi and sushi, served on decorative plates. - Asukasou (Nara)
A modern bathroom with a large window, a shower, and a sink. - Asukasou (Nara)
A traditional Japanese-style building with a thatched roof, surrounded by a pond and lush greenery. - Asukasou (Nara)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a pagoda through large windows. - Asukasou (Nara)
A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a sliding door, and a view of a pagoda. - Asukasou (Nara)
Located close to Kofuku-ji Temple and Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall, Asukasou provides an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Interior

Semi Western-style Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), individually decorated

Single Room No View Specified

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and a view of a pagoda through large windows.

Japanese-style Room with 8 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a large window with blinds.

Modern Twin Room Japanese Style, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, a television, sliding shoji doors, and a view of the outside.

Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - City View, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Single Room, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-style Room with 12 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table with cushions, and a view of a pagoda through large windows.

Japanese-style Room with 12 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Twin Futons and 2 Large Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

A traditional Japanese room with tatami flooring, a low table, and sliding doors.

Japanese-style Room with 10 Tatami-mats - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of buildings, and a wall with a textured design.

Deluxe Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A traditional Japanese-style outdoor seating area with a tatami mat table and a low cushioned sofa.

Junior Suite with Private Balcony - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a small table.

Suite Room with Private Bathroom - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a small kitchen area, and a seating area with chairs.

Deluxe Room - Temple View, Non Smoking

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds and 2 Twin Futons
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View-A Type)

A modern hotel room with a sofa, dining table, chairs, a TV, and a bed.

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View-A Type)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds, 2 Twin Sofa Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, and a bed.

Deluxe Room, Non Smoking (Residence,No View- B Type)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Large Twin Beds, 2 Twin Sofa Beds and 1 Twin Futon
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite Room - Temple View, Lounge included, Non Smoking

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, and a small table.

Suite Room - Temple View, Lounge included, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 49 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Large Twin Beds OR 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Naramachi, a neighborhood in Nara, Asukasou is near a train station and in a provincial park. Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga Shrine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nara Park and Isui-en Garden. Don't miss out on a visit to Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall. Visit our Nara travel guide
Map
1113-3 Takabatake-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630 8301

What's nearby

  • A park with deer, trees, and a fenced area.
    Nara Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A placard with Japanese text on a stone by a calm river, with buildings and trees in the background.
    Sarusawa Pond Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A traditional Japanese temple with a multi-tiered pagoda, surrounded by a serene landscape with trees and a clear blue sky.
    Kofuku-ji Temple
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A traditional Japanese building with a tiled roof, wooden beams, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.
    Nara National Museum
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Kintetsu-Nara Station
    9 min walk
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX)
    85 min drive

Restaurants

  • 喫茶52
    2 min walk
  • 平宗 奈良店
    3 min walk
  • 奈良ホテル ティーラウンジ
    7 min walk
  • ふく徳
    1 min walk
  • 手打ちそば 季のせ
    3 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: JPY 3,850 for adults and JPY 2,200 for children
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Kachomon

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park

Spa

  • Public bath open from 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Public indoor bath (no minerals)
  • Public outdoor bath (no minerals)
  • Separate men/women areas in public bath
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Toilet with electronic bidet
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Geta (wooden sandals)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately JPY 3850 for adults and JPY 2200 for children

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards

We should mention

Reservations are required for private bath/onsen; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare requires all international visitors to submit their passport number and nationality when registering at any lodging facility (inns, hotels, motels, etc. ); additionally, lodging proprietors are required to photocopy passports for all registering guests and keep the photocopy on file
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities

Frequently asked questions

Is Asukasou pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Asukasou?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Asukasou?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Asukasou located?

Located in Naramachi, this ryokan is within a 5-minute walk of Nara Park and Kofuku-ji Temple. Nara Prefectural Cultural Hall and Nara National Museum are also within 10 minutes. Kintetsu-Nara Station is 9 minutes by foot and Nara Station is 17 minutes.

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Reviews

Asukasou Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 257 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice choice in Nara. Close to the park and temples. Walkable from Kintetsu train station. It did smell like green tea… upstairs a traditional hot spring bath.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing! Very friendly, attentive staff and lots to see nearby!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely helpful! Good position touching Nara deer park, walkable from train station. Good ryokan, albeit the 90’s feeling of the overall deco. Decent indoor and outdoor pools (medium-small); self-service rooftop bar for a moderate fee. Didn’t try breakfast or other meals, just a one-night break between Kyoto and Osaka.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a clean and comfortable Japanese ryokan style hotel. It's conveniently located within walking distance of many great sights and local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful and relaxing place.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right next to Nara park! Authentic Japanese hotel. Great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing. Friendly, helpful and so kind. I could live here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keiko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff members are friendly, warm, and professional. The property is very clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has been my favorite hotel since I began coming to Japan it was super nice and the staff was awesome and very helpful. Loved the open air bath and the break was amazing. We stayed an extra night because it was so awesome. Close to many attractions too. We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very professional and polite. They also explained everything you needed to know about the services provided at the hotel. Great service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast though expensive was a unique experience for us. I recommend it for someone never tasted a genuine lavish Japanese breakfast. The bath facility was nice; definitely worth trying out. I liked the massage chair in the lobby as well. Everything worked as expected. My room was the smallest in the building but it still felt reasonably spacious. The staff was very attentive. I asked for help to arrange airport transport. They went above and beyond to make sure i got all the details right.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Farah

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

Nara

Wonderful, unique experience. Very friendly staff. Great onsen & breakfast. We will come again. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous. Could not have been better. Across the street from the tourist office and within walking distance of all the gorgeous shrines, museums, and historic points of interest. Also easily walked to very special restaurants after using the hot baths. Most important, the staff could not have been more wonderful. They went above and beyond on every occasion — including escorting us to our cab with umbrellas in the rain. Our favorite so far.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Must say it was the best hotell experience i have had in a long time. After leaving the bag for storage it was moved to my room and when i check in i got a very friendly guide that helped me to the room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with astounding amenities. The experience of putting in Yukata and going for our meals was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Evelin

Liked: Staff & service
unique and memorable experience! Staying in a traditional Japanese room made our trip feel truly authentic. The traditional Japanese dining experience was something we’ll always remember. The staff were warm, welcoming, and made us feel right at home. It was a wonderful way to experience Japanese culture
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Aki

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great hospitality, traditional ryokan style
You have a view of five storied pagoda from the room. Though it is currently in restoration work and all covered up.
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are so helpful at this location. They went above and beyond to assist you with your needs. Highly recommend this hotel to anyone visiting Nara. It was an unforgettable experience for us. Thank you for the great hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

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Fun town
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shiva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was super nice here and our stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

margot

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, warm staff. Delicious dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My favorite hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Émilie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful experience in a traditional Japanese hotel, would absolutely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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6/10 Okay

Fariba

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hotel certainly needs renovation, the carpeting is stained and worn out, the furniture La are outdated and old.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A top notch experience with amazing staff and service. Exceptional rooms and beds. The only negative, and I’m searching here, would be the carpet in the common area needs to be cleaned. I highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025