Holiday rentals in Nara Prefecture

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You can rent a guest house in a full-fledged Japanese house built about 100 years ago in the Taisho era. You can relax and enjoy your stay in Nara. It is located right next to Nara Park and about a 10-minute walk to Kintetsu Nara Station. It is also easy to take a stroll in the quiet early morning or evening. Same price for up to 4 people.It can accommodate up to 9 guests. The latticed windows, tea rooms, verandas, courtyards, and Japanese houses built in the Taisho era are full of charm. Please relax in the living room with a sunken brazier facing the courtyard. The kitchen is equipped with an IH stove, microwave, toaster, refrigerator, pot, cooking utensils, etc. Cook together and enjoy a meal around the kotatsu while looking out at the garden! There are two toilets and two shower rooms. There are no facilities like a hotel, but we would appreciate it if you could have a nostalgic atmosphere and a relaxing time. There are only bedrooms, for a total of 3 rooms (4 rooms if you divide the large Japanese-style room). We will prepare it according to the number of people. Please let us know if you have any requests for room assignments.

NISHIMURATEI Hanare ― A historic kominka house built 110 years ago, available for rent with kitchen and dining area

Hi there,Welcome to the Nishimura Residence.I’m Yuta Sugimoto, the host. The Nishimura Residence is a traditional Nara machiya townhouse over 110 years old.In 2019, I renovated ‘Grandma’s house’, where I spent a lot of time as a child, and opened it as an inn.As the Nara machiya has been preserved in its original state, it has many inconveniences and is not a luxurious hotel where everything is provided. 　Instead, I believe there is no better place than Naramachi to soak up the ‘comfortable rusticity’ that permeates the town.In the hope of helping guests ‘reflect and recover’ in an environment away from the hustle and bustle of the station area, we provide books in the room and a vegetarian breakfast.(Almost all of the books in the room are available for purchase.) 　Please spend this evening in the tranquil surroundings of the Nishimura residence and Naramachi, listening to the voice of your own heart.

Authentic Minimalistic Japanese House in Koyasan

【An Authentic Japanese in Koyasan】 An authentic, ryokan-style Japanese house with a minimalist design is ready to welcome you in Koyasan, the sacred site. Located just a 12-minute walk from the popular Okunoin temple, it is comfortably removed from the bustling center of town. Unlike other temple lodgings, this house offers complete privacy, allowing you to feel at home while experiencing an authentic Japanese lifestyle. Ideal for group or family trips, as well as extended stays.

Walking distance to Todaiji_Japandi Style Hideaway

🌸 Cherry Blossom Forecast 2026 🌸 ・Best viewing: Mar 31 – Apr 7 (Full bloom: Apr 2) Available on March 30 and April 9 On April 9, you can likely see cherry blossoms in their final stage of bloom. A cozy private house within walking distance of Todaiji and Nara Park, where you can enjoy nature, history, and friendly deer. Perfect for families or friends, with easy access to Kasuga Taisha and other attractions. Long-term guests receive complimentary drinks and snacks.

A Satoyama Private Retreat in Nara

A private Satoyama retreat in the mountains of Nara, just 20 minutes from the city. This traditional one-group-per-day house is renovated with reclaimed wood and uses fresh mountain spring water. Enjoy hands-on cooking with organic rice and vegetables from our farm. Relax in a wood-fired bath, and in the morning experience a Japanese tea ceremony surrounded by nature. Dinner options include tempura & sushi rolls, teriyaki chicken, koji fried chicken, or pizza making.

【b&Imazato】4 Guests/8-min to Imazato Station

【b& Imazato】Located near Korea Town in central Osaka. Nearest stations: Kintetsu Imazato (elevator) & Osaka Metro Imazato, Exit 4, 10-min walk. Nearby: convenience stores, supermarkets, and lots of food in Korea Town. Transportation: From Kansai Airport, take Nankai Express to Namba, transfer to Kintetsu Nara Line to Imazato, then 10-min walk. Shinsaibashi, Dotonbori, Tsutenkaku are 14–21 mins by train. We’re happy to answer any questions about travel in Japan.

Hinoki house -traditional home, walk to sights.

A newly renovated machiya town house with typical layout and a small garden, retaining the tradition of Naramachi - the old merchant town of Nara. Easy access via bus and train, supermarket, restaurants, convenience store, bakery, and a Japanese bath house just minutes away. This house belonged to a famous wood carver of "ittobori" - a traditional Nara technique of carving the wood. A projector and a record player will make your stay even more pleasant. Enjoy!

The private guest house with a view of the sea.

Nostalgic Beach House A private guesthouse in Nigishima, Kumano City, facing the calm Nigishima Bay. To reach it, climb about 50 steps (5 min) for a rewarding view. *Note: not suitable for those with limited mobility. There is no TV or clock—disconnect and relax. *Extra fee applies for 2+ guests. For safety, a motion-sensor camera is at the entrance; it only takes still photos when someone passes, never continuous video, ensuring privacy.

[Tsuru INN] 200㎡ Garden, BBQ & Parking

Tsuru INN Kawakami Located in the Wakakusa area, about 10 min by taxi from Nara Station and 5–10 min by car to the UNESCO World Heritage Todai-ji. Guests can walk to the Wakakusa mountain top for panoramic views of the Nara Basin at night. This spacious house has been fully renovated for lodging, offering a luxurious Japanese-modern design that is stylish yet serene, creating a timeless and relaxing atmosphere.

Nara / Traditional town house / Private use only

Our guesthouse is located in the old town called Nara-machi. There used to be many traditional wooden townhouses known as Machiya. We restored Machiya while keeping the original structure in order to provide you with a traditional Japanese experience with local atmosphere.This house is for only private use and has only one floor with Japanese style room, shower room, washroom, sink and small garden.

Private Traditional Japanese house [B&B Matsukaze]

Our house is traditional Japanese style house. 150 years old and in a very quiet location. We are renting house. Not shared with other guests. There are 2 bedrooms(Tatami-room) and 1 living room, gameroom, bathroom, shower toilet, all of the room are only for you. *Children is free of charge if your children don't need a bed and break fast. There are air conditioners in bedroom and livingroom.

JR Nara: 4 min walk, Kyoto: 50 min, Osaka: 1 hr.

Our hotel is a 5-minute walk from JR Nara Station, ideal for exploring Nara and its cuisine. Near the 100-year Hall for events and concerts. We have a total of 3 rooms available. We offer luxury amenities and an unmanned check-in system for convenience. Osaka and Kyoto are 40 minutes by train.