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Mikasa Ryokan

3.5 star property
Mountain ryokan with bar/lounge, near Nara Park

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Lobby
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Public bath
Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00) | Terrace/patio
Deep soaking bathtub

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser
  • Conference space
  • Gift shops/newsstands
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Elevator
  • Free self parking
The price is $304
includes taxes & fees
$275 per night
Dec 9 - Dec 10

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View all photos for Japanese style Maisonette room with Open-Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)

In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese style Maisonette room with Open-Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Private bathroom
Bidet
Hair dryer
2 bathrooms
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)

In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese Style Room, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 307 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Japanese Style Room, Meal at Restaurant (Check in until 18:00)

In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese Style Room, Meal at Restaurant (Check in until 18:00)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 307 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00) | Terrace/patio

Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Bathrobes
Coffee/tea maker
  • 307 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant, Dinner at Room

In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant, Dinner at Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 307 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

View all photos for Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant

In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Hair dryer
Toilet with electronic bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 307 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Futons

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Bathroom | Shower, hair dryer, slippers, electronic bidet

Japanese Style Family Room, Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Futons

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Interior

Standerd Japanese Style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath, Private Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Standerd Japanese Style Room with Private Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

Panoramic Japanese Style Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Futons

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Deluxe, Japanese-Style with Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, wheelchair access

Japanese-Western Mixed With Bath, Mountain View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
728-10, Kawakami-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8202

What's nearby

  • Nara Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Kofuku-ji Temple - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Nara National Museum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Todaiji Temple - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Kasuga Shrine - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Itami Airport (ITM) - 36 min drive
  • Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) - 86 min drive
  • Shin-Omiya Station - 6 min drive
  • Kizu Station - 8 min drive
  • Yamadagawa Station - 10 min drive
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Free train station drop-off

Restaurants

  • ‪三笠観光会館 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪吉野本葛天極堂奈良本店 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪水谷茶屋 - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪二月堂北茶所 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪あぜくらや - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Mikasa Ryokan

Mikasa Ryokan puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park. You can be pampered with massages, then unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Japanese

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 34 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:30 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the train station; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Transfers

  • Free train station shuttle

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Japanese breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Kaiseki meal
  • Water dispenser

Working away

  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Tatami (woven mat floors)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations

Special features

Spa

Services include massages. Public bath/onsen services include an indoor public bath (no minerals) and a yukata (Japanese robe). These services feature separate men and women areas. The ryokan bathing area is open from 5:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Japanese breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately JPY 2200 for adults and JPY 1100 for children

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve access to the public bathing facility

Policies

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.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Mobile payment options include: Alipay.
Please note that some properties do not permit guests with tattoos to use the onsite public bathing facilities.

Also known as

Mikasa Nara
Mikasa Ryokan
Mikasa Ryokan Nara
Mikasa Ryokan Nara
Mikasa Ryokan Ryokan
Mikasa Ryokan Ryokan Nara

Frequently asked questions

Does Mikasa Ryokan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mikasa Ryokan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Mikasa Ryokan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Mikasa Ryokan?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mikasa Ryokan?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What's the area around Mikasa Ryokan like?
Mikasa Ryokan is a short 20-minute walk from Nara Park and 14 minutes' walk from Shosoin Temple.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

The first thing I have to say is the staff was excellent. They could not have been nicer. The reason I gave it only four stars was we simply did not enjoy sleeping on the floor OR the options for breakfast. Communication was a bit lacking too, but that was partly the language barrier. Also, although we enjoyed the ryokan experience, we won't do it again. Dinner was awesome, prepared in our room, traditional Japanese fare, mainly sushi, soup, salad, etc. A LOT OF FOOD! The room was small, though, and the futons on the floor were not comfortable at all. I think we just prefer western style hotels, and that is not their fault.
David, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

This is was my first ryokan stay and also my first time both in Japan and solo traveling. I can whole heartedly say that while the staff, food, and overall room was nice - this is NOT worth the price. I spent $327.72 for ONE NIGHT at this ryokan a half board for dinner. ALSO would like to note the receipt cost, so via Expedia it was: $340.49 $77.66 in taxes (which is insane), but I used $90.43 in rewards cash I had from a large group trip I booked with friends for spring break in the past. That means that the actual cost for a SINGLE NIGHT would have been $418.15 via Expedia, which is INSANE. I’m staying one night at a ryokan in Kobe the next night and it also has a half board and that only costs $237.11 and my checkout time is noon! Cons: #1 con is the insane cost which does not feel justified for what is provided, I mean for three nights sure, but ONE night, no chance. #2 is that we’re at the top of a mountain where you need a shuttle via the ryokan to get to the actual ryokan entrance, you’re kind of just stuck in the ryokan the whole day - so all I could do besides go on my phone was watch the TV. While the half board was a unique multi course meal, I still do not feel justified in the total price for a single night. Overall, I want to note again that the staff were super nice and helpful and the food was good, BUT I cannot recommend anyone stay here unless you just have money to burn. I’m sure you can find other ryokans for a better price w/better location
Nafi, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Had the best time. Was treated great and verry polite place. Personal room Onsen was great. Would love to return.
Ivars, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cellina, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect! Extremely clean and the service was excellent! Loved the public bath.
Yanhua, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The service was great and really appreciated the transport service from the station to the property. The only thing is the property is a bit dated and could use an uplift soon
Iris Ah Ching, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A lovely restful place to relax
What a lovely stay. We had great service, delicious food, and a wonderful overall experience. It was a restful getaway to the mountains with a private onsen just for us. The patio onsen had a beautiful view of a well-cared garden and was a very nice place to pass the time. There isn't much else to do directly at the hotel unless you take a bus or taxi into Nara, but that really forced us to let go and relax.
Natalie, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Overall, this place is a great option if you're looking for a peaceful and relaxing stay. The surroundings are calm and serene. However, I did notice that the hotel facilities seemed a bit outdated. Although there were some updated amenities, I also noticed some black mold around the vents in the Rykon. The staff member who checked us in and served our private dining was exceptional.
SHAY, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gregory, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It was such a nice experience. We loved the onsen.
Paul, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The free bus shuttle service from Kintetsu-Nara was extremely useful. They also let us check in luggage early. This was my first time at a Onsen. My wife and I really enjoyed it! I definitely recommend having both the dinner and the breakfast, the spread is very pretty and delicious. I definitely recommend picking up a few Japanese phrases or words, but if you are patient and observe their diagrams their system and rules are pretty easy to learn. We had a room with a private bath as well, which was really enjoyable to use. All in all, it was a wonderful first experience. Be aware that the location is kind of in the mountains, so there is an element of the outdoors that you should be conscious of. They also have a bar that they host in the lobby in the evening with simple cocktails. The night view is great, it's quiet for a great honeymoon. We'd love to stay again :)
Mark, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I absolutely LOVED my stay at Mikasa Ryokan. Everything from the service pre-arrival to the check out was flawless. Upon arrival in Nara, they held onto my bags so that I could explore uninhibited. They provided a shuttle with multiple departure times to the hotel to choose. I rented a bicycle and explored Nara for a few hours. The ride from the station to hotel took less than 10 minutes, and all my bags loaded up for me. I was greeted with multiple smiles, given a welcome matcha, and was guided to choose my Yukata after 1:1 discussion planning my dinner, breakfast and next day shuttle. I was even told where Sakura Blossoms were just coming into view. The room with open air bath was incredible. Room was large, clean and so relaxing. Had wonderful views of the skyline and peach / sakura blossoms. Dinner was also incredible. As I stayed two nights I had different meals for both days, including breakfast. I’m usually very weird eating fish but the meal was amazing. I was guided on how to eat and in what order and tried everything once! The second dinner was beef, and eating in private room was also a beautiful experience. The hot spring baths were clean and never cluttered or loud. There was a late night bar and vending machines for drinks for when the bar closed. I will never forget my incredible experience! Thank you to all the staff who contributed to making my visit the best it could be
Amanda, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lisa, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Location is an nice remote spot!
SERGHEI, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yasmin, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Elegant, professional, transforming. Wow.
Dylan, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wife and I stayed one night here to get away from the busy life of Tokyo and Osaka and this was an absolute treat. The ryokan was peaceful, clean and very relaxing. The staff all greet you upon arrival and your dedicated staff member takes care of everything up until you go into your room. You are then given instructions and are able to ask any outstanding questions. Our stay included dinner and breakfast which is a must. The course meals were absolutely amazing, and once done, we went to our rooms to use our private bath. I cannot say enough great things about this place! The only thing to keep in mind is that getting to the ryokan can be a bit tricky. Once you get to the Kintetsu-Nara station, the office is across the street and clearly says "Mikasa Ryokan". You go in there and ask the shuttle times, which you can go on even if you do not reserve it, though space might be tight. You can also drop off your luggage to roam around Nara, but you need to let them know when you will board the shuttle, so it will go with you to the hotel. Be aware that the shuttle has LIMITED times it runs, but there is a taxi spot at the train station you can use if the shuttle is not in service. Overall, we absolutely loved this ryokan and plan to make it a regular stay when in Nara!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This ryokan was an amazing experience! We were able to have as close to an onsen experience as we were going to find with the open-air bath in our room. The food was amazing! The variety & quality were top notch!
Jessica, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing experience! Staff was super knowledgeable, communicative and pleasant! We made friends while staying here and felt like at home! Highly recommend!
Petar-Vasilij, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

All of the staff were extremely pleasant and helpful. The meals and room were great. Everything was very clean and instructions were clear for bath, etc.
Stephanie, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This Ryokan was beautiful and the meals were amazing! Staying there and spending the day in Nara park with the bowing deer was the highlight of my 2 week trip! I highly recommend this Ryokan.
Michelle, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We were really impressed by the hotel when they received us with our names on the board and immediately assigned a staff to guide us to a sitting area where drinks and snacks were served ! Check in was done very quickly and we were guided to choose yukatas before we were brought to our room. The view from the traditional tatami room is breathtaking ! We also had the choice of dining in room or at the restaurant. We enjoyed our stay there and the shuttle service made staying in the mountains a breeze. We will stay again if we revisit Nara !
Belinda, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

It’s a nice property with a beautiful view of the city. The staff are very friendly and accommodating. My husband and I stayed at the maisonette room and it’s beautiful and relaxing it’s good for a family or big group. The food they served us are delicious. I highly recommend! But be sure to have a vehicle or taxi to get there. We tried to walk to the property from the bus stop and it’s quite a hike but the men at the check point helped us and called the property to pick us up.
Mer, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing !!!
Such an amazing experience! The staff was so lovely, everything was so clean and the food was great ! Such a peaceful part of our hectic travels in Japan
haneen, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great half-board experience!
Verified Expedia guest review