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About this property

A 10-minute drive from Kintetsu Nara Train Station on the hotel’s free shuttle, Mikasa offers open-air baths and a dining room with beautiful Nara views. On-site parking is free. The Japanese-style rooms at Mikasa Ryokan have traditional futon beds and tatami (woven-straw) floors. Each includes a flat-screen TV and private bathroom. Some rooms feature a private outdoor bath. Kasugayama Primeval Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is right next to the ryokan. Wakakusayama Mountain, offering spectacular views of Nara, is a 10-minute drive away. Todai-ji Temple is a 7-minute drive. The ryokan offers a relaxing massage service and a 3rd-floor lobby lounge with sweeping views. Several public baths are on offer. Japanese dinners made with fresh local ingredients are served at the Kasugano and Yukatei dining rooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Perfect for a 3-night stay!

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Breakfast info

    • Asian

    • Free private parking available on-site

    • Open-air bath, ​Public Bath


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Dorrain
    Singapore Singapore
    What an experience, staying at Mikasa is my version of heaven. The staff were sweet, the breakfast and dinner were so enjoyable, 8-courses of a tasting menu meant that every night all our relatives were jealous of the pictures we were sending...
  • Federica
    Italy Italy
    You can definitely experience a real hospitality japanese style. It was amazing all, the matcha welcome tea, your hostess, the choice of your yukata,the typical bedroom with futon and tatami, the onsen, and the kaiseki food. You can feel the...
  • Fiona
    Ireland Ireland
    Beautiful location, very friendly and helpful staff
  • Meeshoo
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We had a truly wonderful stay at the Ryokan, the staff were so lovely and accommodating. The place was so peaceful. We got a room with a private outdoor bath, and it was SO wonderful. The room was zen, and I was surprised how well we slept on...
  • Yasmin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had the full traditional Japanese experience and such a lovely break from all the bustling cities.
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful ryokan with a great view over Nara. Exceptional traditional meals served in our room or individual dining rooms. Great onsen for relaxing. Great service from everyone
  • John
    Australia Australia
    Exceptional experience from start to finish. Easy to find check in opposite station in Nara, bags were sent ahead whilst we explored the park. 10 minute transfer up the hill by private bus, efficient reception and truely unique Japanese style...
  • Samantha
    Canada Canada
    Amazing stay and a highlight of our trip! The room with a private bath was luxurious yet simple, with an amazing view of Nara. The included seasonal dinner and breakfast was a wonderful way to try some new Japanese foods. The shuttle bus to and...
  • Stephanie
    Australia Australia
    Beautiful view with private onsen, our privacy is well respected. We had our own dinning room for dinner and breakfast with a view, dedicated waiter for service. Everything of our stay was catered. Highly recommend this Ryokan.
  • Barry
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was nice, and the solo bath was excellent and well heated. Staff was impeccable, and greater us at every opportunity. We enjoyed our stay very much, thank you!,

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 18:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Curfew
Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:00 and 05:30
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Free shuttle schedule:

Departures from Kintetsu Nara Train Station: 14:45, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00

Departures from JR Nara Train Station: 14:40, 15:55, 16:55, 17:55

An advance reservation is required for the JR Nara shuttle. Please reserve a date and time using the hotel's contact email address.

To eat dinner at the property, a reservation must be made in advance.

Please contact the property in advance if you are bringing children.

Please contact the property in advance if you have any food allergies.

Alipay is accepted at this property.

Please inform Mikasa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Guests with tattoos may not be permitted to use the property’s public bathing areas or other facilities where the tattoos might be visible to other guests.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.