Holiday houses in Kawai

[World Heritage Site Hōryū-ji Temple] Right by the approach road | Spacious single-family home for private use | Accommodates up to 9 people

Located in front of the World Heritage Site "Horyu-ji Temple" in Madara-cho, Nara It is a nostalgic yet somehow new, special house. The floors on each floor are made of cypress from Yoshino, Nara, the same material used in the construction of Horyuji Temple. It can accommodate up to 9 guests. It is also recommended for stays with friends, such as "adult school trips", creative training camps, and travelers who love architecture. There are supermarkets, cafes, Chinese restaurants, dango shops, specialty bakeries, Japanese restaurants that have won Michelin stars, famous confectionery shops, and other urban areas nearby. On the other hand, there are also quiet landscapes dotted with the old charm of Madara, where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll. Nakamiya-ji Temple, which has a national treasure, the Half-Recumbent Buddha, Hoki-ji Temple, a World Heritage site alongside Horyu-ji Temple, Jikoin Temple, which has a magnificent view overlooking the Daiheino Plain, and Mt. Sanshitsu and the Tatsuta River, which were also mentioned in the Hyakunin Isshu, are also nearby. Enjoy the town surrounded by historic Tsukiji walls in the clear early morning air, and experience Madarao as if you had your own home there. Although the inn is conveniently located along the national highway, it is not recommended for those who are sensitive to noise and vibration. We would appreciate it if you could only book if you understand this.

Ittougashi

You can rent an entire guest house in a full-fledged Japanese house from the Taisho era, built about 100 years ago. You can relax and enjoy your stay in Nara. It is located right next to Nara Park, 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.Up to 9 people can stay. The latticed windows, tea room, veranda, courtyard, and Japanese house 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 with everyone, and enjoy looking at the garden while sitting at the low table with a pot in the middle! 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, but there are 3 rooms in total (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 allocation.

Kashinoki-an, a spacious, authentic Japanese-style inn with a beautiful garden and Japanese dolls and kimonos on display, 3 minutes from the station

Kashinoki-an is in a very convenient location, just a 3-minute walk from Kintetsu Kashihara-Jingu-Mae Station. Kashihara Jingu Shrine is a historic town with the mausoleum and shrine of the first emperor of Japan, in the place where Japan began. It is also a place with a lot of greenery and nature. In the neighborhood, there is Asuka, which retains the appearance of ancient Japan, and is dotted with many ruins. Imai-cho, where the old streets from the Edo period still exist, is also a highlight. Kashinoki-an is a pure Japanese-style house built over 60 years ago, and you can also enjoy the garden. The kitchen and bathroom have been renovated for a pleasant stay. There is also a tourist information center, restaurant, tavern, supermarket, drug store, convenience store, and 100-yen shop nearby, making it very convenient. You can also get to Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara in about an hour.

A private space surrounded by Makomeda. An entire rental where you can enjoy a bonfire and a Goemon bath in the old private house "Makomo House".

Makomo House is located in a mountain village at an altitude of 500 m on the Oku-Mikawa Plateau in Nara The 100-year-old house is a private rental. Makomo-no-ta, which is said to be "the grass where God dwells", spreads around the inn, and you can relax in your room and feel the "Makomo breeze". You can enjoy the "Medicinal Herb Makomo Bath" at the Irori back table and the Goemon bath, where the well water is heated with firewood. There is no TV or wifi, so why not turn off your digital devices and turn on your own sensibilities? Enjoy the soothing sounds of nature, such as the rustling of makomo leaves, the babbling of the river, the chirping of birds, the chorus of frogs, and the sound of deer.

【Shukuhonjin gamo】120㎡★100y Machiya★Delicate Yard

Located in Osaka’s Joto Ward, this 1909 historic house is a rare WWII survivor. Renovated in 2015 by a renowned designer, it spans 150㎡, blending historical charm with modern luxury in a tranquil city-center retreat. Its elegant design harmonizes past and present, offering cultural immersion and spacious comfort.With two bathrooms, separated toilets, washbasins, and a large bath, it ensures privacy and cleanliness for groups. Experience culture, history, & comfort your perfect Osaka stay awaits.

A luxury old private house with a garden surrounding a wood-burning stove in the countryside of Nara

奈良県宇陀市の静かな山里に佇む、敷地180坪庭付きの築60年古民家を一棟丸ごと貸切。ゆったり静かにお過ごしいただけます。 リノベーションにより断熱・耐震・防音などの性能を最新化。見た目は古民家ですが、中は地元奈良の木がふんだんに使われた和モダンな落ち着く空間に。冬も暖かく夏も快適。さらに薪ストーブがあるので、ゆらめく炎を囲んで特別な時間をお過ごしいただけます。職人の手仕事で丁寧にリノベーションされた居心地の良い癒される空間で、大切な人たちとの時間をお過ごしください。 特徴 ✦ 一棟貸し（最大8名）：他の宿泊客はいません。プライベートな滞在を楽しめます。 ✦ 薪ストーブ体験：炎を囲んで語らう時間は、ホテルでは味わえない特別な体験。薪割りや火おこし体験も可能です。 ✦ 60坪の芝庭：BBQ、モルック、星空観察、子どもの外遊びに。 ✦ 快適性：高断熱・高気密仕様。冬もポカポカ、夏は涼しく快適。 ✦ 地域体験：松山城跡、城下町、薬草の里、伊勢本街道、室生寺など、観光スポットも近隣に多数。 利用シーン • ご家族での旅行 • 友人同士のご旅行や、同窓会 • 企業研修・ワーケーション　

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.

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!

We help you have memorable trip.

The nearest station is Oji Station on the JR Line (18 minutes from Osaka Tennoji Station). It is about a 20-minute bus ride from Oji Station. If you are coming by train, we will pick you up at the nearest station. The last pick-up time is 7:00 PM. After that, please use the bus. There is a lovely hot spring nearby, or you can walk there. There is a barbecue facility in the garden. Convenient access to Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Koyasan, and Yoshino.

[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.

Traditional machiya stay + Cultural experience

Welcome to a traditional Japanese machiya in Nara. This is not just a place to stay, this is a place to experience Japan. After the daytime crowds leave, Nara becomes quiet and peaceful. You can enjoy a quiet evening in a historic neighborhood, just like locals do.

Naramachi Yado Yoshiki-sou

Enjoy your stay in Nara with your family and friends in a quiet residential area within walking distance of Naramachi. We hope you will enjoy relaxing in a space filled with the warmth of wood, surrounded by original furniture and artwork, and listening to records.