Mikasa Ryokan
Location: 728-10, Kawakami-cho, Nara, Nara-ken, 630-8202, Nara, JP
Star Rating: 3 Stars
Property Type: Ryokans
About this Property
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modern comfort at Mikasa Ryokan, your serene getaway in the heart of Nara.
Unwind in Luxury
Indulge in our onsite massage services for a rejuvenating experience, or enjoy refreshments at our inviting bar/lounge while staying connected with complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property.
Comfortable Accommodations
Relax in one of our 34 air-conditioned rooms, equipped with refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Each room provides a unique blend of modern conveniences and elegant design.
Convenient Amenities
With complimentary newspapers in the lobby, luggage storage, and a no-charge train station pick-up service, every aspect of your stay is tailored for convenience.
Mikasa Ryokan is waiting for you. Book your unforgettable experience today!
Important Information
- 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.
Policies
Check-in: 03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Check-out: 10:30 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Luggage storage
- Designated smoking area
- Elevator
- Gift shops or newsstand
- Conference space
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free train station pickup
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Free self parking
- Free train station drop-off
- Water dispenser
- Kaiseki meal
- Handrails in stairways
Rooms Available
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Panoramic Corner Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00)
4 Twin Futons
Overlooking the city
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a toilet with electronic bidet, and slippers
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
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Japanese style Maisonette room with Open-Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)
2 Twin Futons
753 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a toilet with electronic bidet
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
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Special Japanese Western Style Room with Open Air Bath (Check in until 18:00)
4 Twin Futons OR 2 Twin Beds
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a toilet with electronic bidet
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Smoking And Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Smoking and Non-Smoking
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
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Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant, Dinner at Room
2 Twin Futons
307-sq-foot room with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a toilet with electronic bidet, and slippers
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
-
Japanese Style Room, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)
2 Twin Futons
307 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a toilet with electronic bidet, and slippers
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
-
Panoramic Japanese Style Room (Check in until 18:00) Breakfast in the Restaurant
2 Twin Futons
307-sq-foot room with city views
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a toilet with electronic bidet, and slippers
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
-
Japanese Style Room with Open Air Bath, Meal at Private Room (Check in until 18:00)
2 Twin Futons
307 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, bathrobes, and a toilet with electronic bidet
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobe
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
-
Japanese Style Room, Meal at Restaurant (Check in until 18:00)
2 Twin Futons
307 sq feet
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food & Drink - Refrigerator, electric kettle, and free bottled water
Sleep - Premium bedding and a pillow menu
Bathroom - Private bathroom, shower, a toilet with electronic bidet, and slippers
Practical - Safe, phone, and window screens
Comfort - Air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Need to Know - Bed sheets not available
Non-Smoking
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Telephone
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Private bathroom
- Heating
- Slippers
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Bidet
- Bottle of water
- Tatami (traditional Japanese flooring)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Premium bedding
- Free WiFi
- Pillow menu
- Toilet with electronic bidet
- Window screens
- Guidebooks or recommendations
- Child-size slippers
- Bed sheets not available
Guest Reviews
- puckles2 (10/5): Amazing! - Traditional Ryoken with traditional dinner & breakfast, which were an amazing experience. Book a free shuttle from the train station beforehand. They went above & beyond to treat us amazing. Served us matcha & a treat upon arrival & carried our luggage to our rooms (a luxury we're not used to haha). You also choose a Yukata (robe) to use during your stay.
- Robert (10/5): - We had a fantastic stay at the Mikasa Ryokan, which we would describe more as an experience from the moment we entered the hotel, until the moment we were dropped back at the JR Station by the hotel shuttle bus. The staff are very attentive, the food was excellent and we would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel. We did have a problem in one of the rooms we booked and we were immediately moved to another room within minutes. Fantastic experience and one everyone should try if planning a stop in Nara.
- daiki (8/5): - コスパがよかった。
- Cole (10/5): Amazing Ryokan - Amazing experience. The staff attend to you so well and make you feel so welcomed. We were able to leave our bags at the information center to go to the park alhands free. The provided bus to and from the train station is also a convenient touch. There is an incredible onsen on site, and the provided meal was laid out so beautifuly and had so many different new flavors and textures. Even if we didn't eat everything the experience was incredible. Highly recommend!
- YOSHIHIRO (10/5): - 新しくはないけど料理は特に美味しく満足いく旅になりました
- Verified traveler (10/5): - おかげさまでゆったりとした時間を過ごすことが出来ました。部屋からの眺めも最高でしたし、露天風呂も気持ちよく、朝と夜、1階と2階の大浴場を使わせていただきました。従業員の皆様の対応もとても良く、近鉄奈良駅すぐそばの案内所に預けた荷物を部屋に届けてもらえるサービスには感動しました。次回は両親を連れて行くつもりです。ありがとうございました。
- Rafael (10/5): - wonderful place!!!! would definitely recommend to anyone staying in nara!
- Kord (10/5): - perfect place and wonderful staff
- MIKIYO (8/5): - とてもゆっくり出来ました、またよろしくお願いします。
- aussietravel2016 (2/5): Most unfriendly and unhelpful front desk staff in Japan - The front-desk staff were the most unfriendly, parsimonious and unhelpful I have ever encountered in 30+ years traveling in Japan. For JW Marriott pricing, you get 3 star facilities, in middle of nowhere location, and the most unfriendly front desk staff in Japan. Stayed here for 7+ nights and was made to feel unwelcome from nearly Day 1. 1. There is no laundry or laundry service, so I took shuttle to Nara Station and taxi back (¥2300) to use coin laundry. Asked front desk staff for extra clothing hangars to dry my clothes AND THEY REFUSED! After much squabbling got to borrow TWO extra hangars; 2. Check out was 12pm. Before 12:18pm (while I was at the Hotel lunch), staff entered my room, opened safe, removed all my belongings, and any items not in my luggage was dumped in an OPEN BASKET, in lobby area for anyone to steal. My passport, cash, keys, chargers, ID were literally left in an unsupervised open plastic basket in the lobby guest area because I was 15mins late for checkout (in THEIR banquet hall. Why didn’t they just come and tell me I needed to be gone?). Ended up losing a t-shirt and a leather folder. Was glad I didn’t lose my passport or wallet; 3. Furthermore, I had several empty bags that were thrown away, so asked staff for ONE (1) plastic bag to quickly pack the random small items they haphazardly dumped in the lobby. HOTEL REFUSED TO GIVE ME EVEN 1 PLASTIC/PAPER BAG (after they threw MY bags away). I got angry that a $500/night hotel wouldn’t even help me with 1 plastic bag, and they agreed to give me 1 paper bag to use. Staff didn’t even look at me when they said “NO”. Just looked straight ahead into distance and said it coldly, before I got angry at their cold parsimony. 4. There is no food or drink store anywhere nearby (except hotel banquet hall and vending machine) so if you forget to book ahead for food, or miss the strict eating time, you need to order UberEats. Problem is, you WILL BE CHARGED an extra ¥530 entry fee for all vehicles going up mountain. Hotel has vouchers for taxis etc. BUT HOTEL REFUSED to give voucher to UberEats delivery driver, so had to pay ¥530 entry fee + food delivery fee ¥500 for a ¥1300 pizza. If you order a taxi yourself, you need pay extra ¥700 for entry up and down mountain on top of the ¥2000+ taxi fee. Hardly worth it. Just stay near the station. Hotel said if THEY CALL taxi they will give a voucher. It’s such a hassle. Why bother? 5. No luggage storage. You can’t store your luggage at the hotel before or after check-out. You have to bring your luggage to the Hotel’s Information Counter near the station for storage. Weird. 6. Hotel removes BUT DOES NOT REPLACE towels and bath robe, so if you want to bathe in your room = no towels. Note: the hotel is around ¥50000 / USD$400-$500 a night, so it truly boggles my mind that THEY REFUSE TO LEND CLOTHING HANGARS OR GIVE EVEN 1 PLASTIC/PAPER BAG to their guests or even REPLACE TOWELS. And they’ll clear out your room and dump your belongings haphazardly if you run late at checkout. The staff made me feel from day 1 they refused to assist or help in anything to make my stay relaxed (manager was kind though; his staff terrible). Sometimes the staff literally stare straight ahead and don’t look at you when they’re talking and telling you “No” to ANYTHING you ask them. They’ll EMPTY YOUR ROOM, OPEN THE SAFE AND DUMP YOUR BELONGINGS if you check out <15mins late, but DUMP YOUR BELONGINGS IN AN OPEN PLASTIC WASHING BOX in the guest area of the lobby FOR ANYONE TO STEAL. Do yourself a favor, spend the money to stay at JW Marriott or equivalent, which FOR THE SAME PRICE has 1000 times better newer facilities, better access to food, transport and convenience, and won’t treat their guests like pond scum. There is nothing around the hotel either, so seeing anything or going anywhere is a hassle. And dealing with the cold unhelpful front desk staff left me frustrated, angry and disappointed. On plus side, non-front desk staff (dining hall, cleaning staff) were excellent (and manager was apologetic for my poor treatment, but didn’t help or correct anything or his staff).
- Takuro (10/5): - The bath in our room was amazing. Amazing breakfast
- Shiaoling (10/5): - Great view, facilities, breakfast and dinner.
- Dilek (10/5): - Fantastic staff, fantastic food. The onsen was lovely.
- Esther (10/5): - Maravilloso
- Hong (10/5): - 깊은 산속에 위치해 고요함과 평온함을 선사합니다. 나라시내에 위치한 시무실과 료칸 직원의 친절함에 감사하며, 좋은 추억거리를 쌓고 왔습니다.
- SAYOKO (10/5): - スタッフの対応が素晴らしかったです。 チェックインも夜景の見えるソファで、ウェルカムドリンクのお抹茶を頂きながらゆっくりと出来ます。 お料理も大変良かったです。 是非また利用したいと思います。
- Sara (10/5): - Such a relaxing authentic ryokan. View over Nara was stunning and meals were delicious
- Elizabeth (8/5): - Lovely place to stay and the staff were very accommodating.
- Lili (10/5): - Great first Ryokan experience. We booked a room with a private bath, which is splendid!
- OnAir13159726168 (8/5): Good value and excellent service - The service of this ryokan is wonderful. They go an extra mile to accommodate guests. We missed one scheduled shuttle bus and expected to wait 20 minutes for the next one. However, the ryokan decided to do an extra run of the shuttle bus for us and another couple who also missed the earlier scheduled one. The quantity and quality of the food are reasonable for the price of the stay. The special guest room (with a ceramic tub in the terrace) is spacious and comfortable.
- Diana (10/5): Luksuriøst, rolig, men allikevel sentrumsnært - Det var fantastisk å bo på Mikasa: stedet er rolig, et lite stykke i skogen utenfor Nara, med en helt fantastisk utsikt over byen. Samtidig går det en gratis shuttelbussen fra stasjonen, severdigheter, og opp til hotellet slik at det føles sentralt og alt er tilgjengelig. Onsen er ren og rolig, med alle produkter tilgjengelig. Det fulgte også med en skikkelig digg flerretters middag og frokost. Hele oppholdet var tradisjonelt japansk, og føltes veldig luksuriøst.
- Jasmine (8/5): - Beautiful view of Nara especially at night. Service was amazing. I wish I checked in earlier so I could have enjoyed even more time there haha!
- Tiffany (10/5): - This is a very special ryokan offering in that 1) it’s just inside the park gates, 2) some of the nicest Japanese traditions are honored here, 3) you can get your own open air bath that overlooks a private garden. I have no idea why others would not give this 5 stars unless they reserved the wrong type of room. Their gift shop also has wonderful things that are easy to pack to bring back for the folks at home.
- Diana (8/5): Prima - Prima voor 1 of 2 nachten. Wij missen de ruimte om vrij buiten de Ryokan te wandelen. Dat is door de weg waaraan het is gelegen niet mogelijk. Wel is er een shuttle bus die op vaste tijden van en naar het centrum van Nara gaat. Verder zou ik iedereen aanraden die geen ervaring heeft met een Ryokan je te verdiepen in een dergelijk verblijf met alle gebruiken. Maaltijden heerlijk, uitgebreid en veel. Avondtour naar de top van de berg was prachtig.
- David (8/5): - 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.
- Carmela Di (10/5): - Bellissima
- Nafi (8/5): - 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
- Ivars (10/5): - Had the best time. Was treated great and verry polite place. Personal room Onsen was great. Would love to return.
- Rosa (10/5): - Excelente lugar si se quiere vivir la experiencia Japonesa.
- Yanhua (10/5): - Perfect! Extremely clean and the service was excellent! Loved the public bath.
- Jose Alvaro (10/5): - El grupo de amigos con los que viaje y a mi nos encantó la experiencia de conocer este tipo de hospedaje típico japonés
- Iris Ah Ching (8/5): - 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
- SHAY (8/5): - 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.
- Natalie (10/5): 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.
- Paul (10/5): - It was such a nice experience. We loved the onsen.
- Mark (10/5): - 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 :)
- Amanda (10/5): - 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
- traceybN9217WW (10/5): classic traditional experience - Our stay here was the highlight of our 3 week trip to Japan. It was a traditional ryokan with a beautiful onsen, fabulous views over the forest and city and wonderful friendly hospitality. The presentation of the food was exquisite. I would highly recomend Mikasa for a classic, memorable Japanese experience.
- SERGHEI (10/5): - Location is an nice remote spot!
- HAYATO (10/5): - スタッフの対応もお風呂も雰囲気も良かったです。
- Drewby (10/5): Top notch service and meals - From the moment we arrived at Mikasa in the hills above Nara, we knew that this was going to be a special place to stay. The staff had arrived out front to greet us and assist us with our luggage. Our name was up on the board of arrivals, and after handing over our passports, we were quickly ushered into their main seating area off the lobby for some Ocha and a view of Nara below. My assumption is that they were doing that additional check-in procedures and verifying the room was ready during this time, so it was a nice touch to be able to relax while waiting. The ladies in our group were then given their choice of Yukata. For whatever reason, the men's were already in the room. We were then shown the facilities on our way to the rooms and given the information as to how the bathing worked. It was a lot of information to digest, but not unreasonable. The rooms were larger than expected, with the traditional tatami matting and our own private onsen on the porch. The room had HVAC, which was nice as it was quite chilly outside and it kept the room the perfect temperature. Not long after we arrived, it was time for the traditional Japanese dinner. We arrived slightly early to our reserved time but were delighted to find that our own private dining room had already been set up for our dining experience. We could not believe the amount which had already been laid out for us. It was a delightful mix of colors and aromas, and provided a precursor for the several courses which were to follow. The food was amazing. Even when there were dishes that were not to our liking (due to palette, not quality) , we dud enjoy the presentation. Although there was a bell to ring for service, our host always seemed to know when we were finishing and was ready with the next course. It was quite the experience and would recommend to anyone to ensure you get the traditional dining options. From there, we retired back to the rooms to get ready for the onsen, which was open for longer hours than expected. I believe they closed at midnight and opened back up at 05:30am. Some opted to get up early to enjoy the relative privacy of an early morning soak before breakfast. We again went the traditional route for breakfast, and while it was a bit more adventurous than we were used to, it embraced the mornings offerings of seafood, savory proteins, and intriguing fruits. The quantity of food was comparable to the dinner the previous evening, which is to say, a lot of it. After that, it was time to check-out as we had elected for just a 1 night stay, though we would all have liked to stay another night. The best part was, for check-out, they would take you bags and drop them at the Ryokan's information center allowing guests to spend their day in Nara without the hassle of dealing with luggage. Definitely a 5-star touch. Please note that there was some confusion about the location of the info booth as both times we were pointed to different spots on the map, neither of which were correct. The initial welcome email details it most correctly, which is across the street from where the cabs are available and marked by a green sign denoting "Mikasa". If you are looking for a place to stay in Nara, look no further. You get a truly incredible traditional Japanese experience for a great value.
- Weng Hang (10/5): - Exceptional stay and great service. food, hot bath, room, everything is so nice. You don’t need to worry about your luggage as the staff will help to deliver to your room at the information center, we enjoy the stay and Nara so much.
- 911cathk (10/5): Perfect! Wonderful Japanese experience. - Wonderful staff, fantastic food and comfortable Ryokan style rooms. Onsen was also perfect. Couldn’t recommend more highly. Shuttle bus to train station which is needed. We based ourself here in Nara for 4 nights and did day trips to Kyoto and Osaka.
- Dylan (10/5): - Elegant, professional, transforming. Wow.
- Surav (10/5): - 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!
- Jessica (10/5): - 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!
- Petar-Vasilij (10/5): - Amazing experience! Staff was super knowledgeable, communicative and pleasant! We made friends while staying here and felt like at home! Highly recommend!
- YUEN KIU (8/5): - Dinner tastes good. Staff was nice. Onsen was clean and comfortable.
- Stephanie (10/5): - 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.
- SUNGPIL (10/5): - 일본에서 첫 료칸 경험이었습니다. 너무나 친절하고 정성 가득한 서비스와 가이세키를 경험하실 수 있습니다. 료칸 내의 풀벌레소리를 들으며 자연과 함께한 목욕은 최고의 경험이었습니다. 아침식사도 너무 정갈하고 건강한 맛이며 매우 뛰어났습니다. 아침 일찍 귀국이라 양해를 부탁드렸는데 아침식사도 일찍 주시고 택시도 예약해 주셨습니다. 정말 감동이었습니다
- Pascal (10/5): - Ein Traum der wahr geworden ist. Von der Begrüßung bis zu Verabschiedung, dieser Ryokan und dessen Mitarbeiter leben dafür ! Kann ich nur von Herzen empfehlen. Wir haben ein etwas teueres Paket genommen, aber so einen Aufenthalt plant man nicht jeden Tag
- Michelle (10/5): - 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.
- Belinda (10/5): - 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 !
- Mer (10/5): - 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.
- YEONGBEOM (10/5): - 너무 좋은 료칸입니다. 다음에도 꼭 한번 오고 싶어요.
- haneen (10/5): 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
- Cliff (8/5): - Great half-board experience!
- Zakary (10/5): - Excellent service and staff. Amazing food and views.
- UNYEONG (10/5): - 일본 전통복인 유카타를 입고, 평온하게 온천욕을 즐기면서, 카이세키 요리의 저녁식사와 고풍스런 아침식사를 즐길 수 있어 좋았습니다.
- ??? (10/5): - コロナ対策が出来ていて良かった
- KEN (10/5): サービスよき - 駅からの無料送迎バスと、対応の柔軟さに惚れました。
- Kevinang999 (8/5): One of the two choices on Mt. Wakakusa in Nara: Mikasa vs. Heijo - Mikasa is actually a part of a Miyako Hotels & Resorts chain, thus one can expect a certain level of standard here. The standard room that we booked for has a somewhat angled view of the city. You will have to pay more for a room with a direct view. The room size was moderate. The dinner service was very nice and in line with other ryokans that we have stayed in the past. For breakfast, I think that the Japanese breakfast was the only option. However, everything was tasty and of high-quality. The portion of breakfast was adequate but not filling unlike other buffet-style breakfast at typical hotels. Although the onsen was not natural mineral water, the facility was clean and has every amenity that one would need including facial cleanser, lotion, and Q-tips. We didn't need to bring a towel from the room since that was also provided on-site. The only downside was that the outdoor bath has no view whatsoever. The shuttle service was efficient and punctual. They have an office next to Kintetsu-Nara station Exit No. 5. At the end of our stay, the staff was kind enough to transport our baggage to Heijo which is nearby. People who are looking at ryokans on Mt. Wakakusa in Nara would likely be comparing this property with Heijo next door, so here we go. - Room: Heijo At Heijo, even a standard room has a very good view of Nara and it was much more spacious with a full-size window. The room also has other nice features like electric curtains and feet-warmers. - Onsen: Mikasa The hot baths at both places were not from natural spring. Nonetheless, Mikasa did provide better facilities & amenities. - Food: Mikasa Dinners were comparable at both places, but breakfast at Mikasa was more substantial. - Staff and service: Tie The staff at both properties are courteous and helpful. Although Heijo seemed to be a bit understaffed. - Location: Mikasa Mikasa's office next to Kintetsu-Nara station was very handy. We knew exactly where to catch the bus, and we could leave our baggage there. Not so easy for Heijo. With that said, Mikasa's rate was higher at the time of our booking.
- NT (10/5): - THE DINNER IS EXCELLENT, ENJOY HOT SPRING VERY MUCH
- Annamari (4/5): remontin tarpeessa - Viehättävä paikka, mutta pahasti remontin tarpeessa. Kokolattiamattoineen ja muovitapetteineen hyvin tunkkainen, vaikka sijainti ja konsepti perinteisenä kylpylähotellina voisivat muuten olla hyvinkin onnistuneita.
- Verified traveler (6/5): - 立地は良かったですが、施設が古かったです。
- Verified traveler (10/5): 良いお宿です - 接客も良く、清潔感もあり、とても静かでゆったりとした時間を過ごせました。お宿からの景色もとてもきれいで心が洗われました。 朝食時に眺めの良い場所で頂くコーヒーサービスも嬉しかったです。
- Verified traveler (8/5): - きれいでゆっくりできてよかったです！東大寺も見えてよかったです！
- Mark (10/5): Great traditional Japanese experience - Pretty much everything about this place was great. The staff were welcoming and very helpful (and did well with speaking English). The room itself was brilliant and was everything you could hope for from a tatami mat ryokan room. I'd definitely recommend the private hot spring room! Yukata are supplied too to give the full traditional experience. Location was perfect and was easily accessible due to the free shuttle bus they offer from Kintetsu-Nara station. The shuttle bus also took us straight to Nara Park the following day which was very helpful
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Love the location at the top of the mountain and bus services. Excellent quadlingual staff and worthwhile kaiseki. Would be perfect if it was natural water. Still a great stay.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Rare chance to experience Ryokan in Nara City - Had a very comfortable and relaxing stay with Mikasa Ryokan. Right after we arrived to Kintetsu Nara, we went straight to the tourist center operated by Mikasa group? and we could store our luggage there which they delivered to the hotel directly without any charge. It does have hill top view where can oversee Nara city, with the tall tower of Todaiji temple. We chose a stay plan comes with two meals at the private room, the menu was very filling and Okami served it with very kind manner. Well, the taste was not the best compared to other Kaiseki outside but it was great enough considering the price we paid. We had several hotspring bath to use, one in our own room and two for shared. Either one was amazingly good as it also had outdoor view (open air style) where we could cool off our head from fatigue. Hotel itself was a bit old since it has certain history, but maintained pretty nice. Of course all staffs were very helpful and kind and Ms. Lee who took a tour of hotel for us was very fluent in English too.
- Chih Hung (6/5): 有點失望的住宿 - 小型的溫泉旅館，房間跟設施有點老舊需要翻新，餐飲品質有點失望，晚餐選擇伊賀牛會席但牛肉蠻普通的，沒有和牛的口感， 應該是等級不夠的關係。大眾湯較小且露天風呂部分沒有任何view。整體來說有點失望。亮點是大廳觀看奈良市的日景跟夜景都蠻美麗。
- Verified traveler (10/5): - Personnel aux petis soins, vue magnifique, ambiance traditionnelle, on se fond dans la culture japonaise avec plaisir !
- Verified traveler (10/5): - very good facilities and services, very strong recommdation.
- Esther (10/5): - 訂左全景房間，房風景無論夜景及日光時都好，食物質素都唔錯，好貼心特別整左個餐給素食者人士，服務員也很好呢
- Paul (10/5): - Amazing Hotel, with top notch staff and hospitality. Lovely views and surroundings. Plus a good shuttle service to and from the two main railway stations.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Fantastic hotel, great staff! - We were picked up by the hotel shuttle bus from the train station. On arrival at the hotel, we were welcomed by a lot of staff and got a welcome drink in the lounge with a stunning view over the city. We were then invited for a after dinner trip to the top of the mountain which was again a stunning view over the city. The dinnner and breakfast were typical Japanese style and very tasty. The rooms are big and had reasonable size bathrooms. There’s also a big public bath. They make the beds when you go down for dinner. The staff is really friendly and it felt very welcoming. Every morning there’s a few options for the shuttle bus to take you to several points in the city. In the afternoon they will pick you up again and all for free.
- Eliza (6/5): - It was nice, but it definitely was not worth the amount of money I paid for a room ($356.00). I had a room with a "panoramic view" and dinner in my room. When I arrived, I was encouraged to have dinner in a private dining room instead of having it served in my room, even though I had paid extra for the in-room experience. Also, the woman who served dinner was lovely, but she was from China, so it definitely was not an authentic Ryokan experience. It was a more like a Disneyland experience: a hotel pretending to be the authentic thing.
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Nice environment. A little defect on the air-con which is noisy and affect sleeping quality.
- Verified traveler (6/5): - 設施不足，食物質素及服務滿意。
- Verified traveler (10/5): Nice location - You can overlook Nara valley and some of Buddhism temples around there including pagoda of the Kohfukuji temple below from rooms and lobby of the hotel. Shining view of downtown of Nara is also beautiful at night. You will be welcomed by a tea ceremony at checking-in. Deer in the Nara park occasionally come to the garden of the hotel, and welcome you.
- Ross (10/5): Top class Japanese Ryokan - Overlooks Nara with a handy shuttle service. Excellent Japanese dining. Friendly attentive staff.
- Susan (10/5): Relaxing & Efficient Check in - We arrived in Nara. Left our bags at the hotel office so we could explore Nara. Our bags were taken to the hotel and put in our room. We were taken to the hotel in their bus later. We were given local refreshments upon arrival and checked in straight away. Fantastic. All staff were exceptionally polite.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Excellent! - Excellent food and service. Room is big, clean and comfortable!
- Verified traveler (8/5): - Room was comfortable, but could use some more thorough cleaning. Onsen was very nice, and the shuttle bus was great. The food was excellent, although the dining room can and should be upgraded/deep cleaning.
- David (10/5): Authentic Japanese Experience. - What a wonderful Hotel. The staff was superb. The amenities were great and the food was fabulous. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone seeking an authentic Japanese experience. Our stay in Nara was the highlight of our 10 day visit to Japan.
- Pauline (10/5): - English speaking staff ms. Yan is very nice. Good service!
- Verified traveler (10/5): Nice experience - First time had a Japanese experience in a royokon. Was a pleasant experience. Shuttle was only transportation. Staff very accommodating. No English tv. Being vegetarian challenging but they tried best to accommodate.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Very nice location. - Lovely, if you don't like fish make sure you tell them! Apart from that cannot fault it!
- Ryan (10/5): A must if you are in Nara - It was excellent! Service was awesome and the stay was the best part of the vacation.
- Verified traveler (10/5): Traditional hotel with stunning views over Nara. - Pre arranged pick up from station arrived punctually and took us to the traditional style hotel on the mountain. Separate hot baths for men and women very relaxing after a day of sightseeing.
- Matt (10/5): Relaxing ryokan on hillside - We stayed for one night for the Japanese ryokan experience. Tried the Japanese style set menu - very tasty and great experience (11 courses - very filling ). Some of the staff spoke English which was a great help us us as our Japanese was limited. Our room had an outdoor private bath which was great to soak in after a few hours walking around Nara park. Getting to and from the ryokan was simple as long as you called ahead to book the courtesy shuttle which goes back and forth from the 2 Nara train stations at set times in the afternoon. This ryokan is located on the hillside overlooking Nara and there isn't anything close by so you are limited to using the shuttle bus, walking or using your own car to get back down to Nara (which is only 5 mins down the hill by car/shuttle). The road is quite steep so I wouldn't recommend anyone try walking there from the station with their luggage. Overall this is a really great ryokan which we thoroughly enjoyed and we wish we could have stayed longer.
- Verified traveler (8/5): A relax trip - A great view overlooking Nara
- Sean (8/5): Excellent staffs and services! - The management of Mikasa offered to collect our passports which were left in the safe of the hotel in Osaka. Attentive and personalised service given througout our stay.
- Angel (10/5): Amazing & very good experince - Amazing! We all had a wonderful time. We enjoyed very much.
- ryuichi (10/5): - pretty good
- yau tim (8/5): Traditional Onsen Hotel - A traditional onsen hotel in the area with free shuttle service from JR station. Reception and dining services were great but communication in English was still a barrier here. We have reserved a "panoramic view" room several months ago via Hotel.com because we liked the descriptions and photos shown on the hotel website. Unluckily when we arrived and during check-in, it was learnt that there was only one such room in this hotel with such "panoramic view" while other rooms, other than those on ground floor, still have nice view over the area. A bit disappointment on our side because we were photo-takers and liked to relax and enjoy the environment from the room where we stayed.
- Janni (10/5): Traditional Japanese Experience - Lovely room, we had a private onsen which was fantastic! The banquet dinner was tasty, beautifully displayed & served. Same with the full traditional Japanese breakfast. I found it hard to sleep on the floor, but it was all part of the experience.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Ryokan uphill with city view - Nice ryokan up the mountain where we can have a good city view. Shuttle bus available from both JR & Kintetsu station. There are separate hot public baths for guests. The food is average but the room is spotless. There is not much to do around the ryokan without a car.
- Sharon (10/5): Remarkable Ryokan Experience - Totally looked after in the Japanese ryokan, a great experience of culture, food, history, and relaxation after big days out of discovery around Nara (an old Japanese capital). Staff very friendly and helpfull - we even located the 6th century burial mound in West Nara. Shuttle bus to town and back daily was very handy. 4 nights was possibly too long - very spoilt with food and culture. Definitely worth doing to immerse into Japan.
- Verified traveler (8/5): Quiet, cozy, relaxed experience and retreat - The ryokan's location is located in a remote area in the mountains near the Nara Park. They offer free shuttle from the Nara Kintetsu Station and also JR Nara Station with advance booking. From the station to the ryokan is about a 10 minute drive. You would arrive to the lobby greeted by the staff in a very friendly manner. They bring you traditional cold mocha tea in an area that has fabulous view of the Nara Park and city area. Female guests can also even choose their own style and colour of yukata before staff show you to your room. We booked ourselves into a Japanese style room with an outdoor onsen bath. Privacy is guaranteed as the scaffolding ensures that there is no way for views into the outdoor bath area. The rooms were comfortable with a small coffee table area just before the outdoor terrace. All stays come standard with breakfast and dinner. The dinner was a traditional Japanese kaiseki dinner. The amount of food they serve is ridiculous and we find it impossible to finish. You are served with about 10 different dishes including sashimi, hotpot, steamed dishes, tempura, soup and all that. Every dish was prepared very nicely and you get to enjoy your dinner in your own private dining room. This dining room is basically yours for the rest of the stay. Your tatami and bed is prepared in your room while you enjoy your dinner and the sleep quality is very good provided that you are literally only sleeping on the floor.
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