Nestled in the historical district, Mikasa Ryokan invites you to unwind with a soothing massage and an indoor public bath. Enjoy free WiFi, convenient amenities like a water dispenser and gift shop, while exploring Todaiji Temple nearby.
Mikasa Ryokan puts you just a 5-minute drive from Nara Park. Guests can be pampered with spa services at the spa. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
34 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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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
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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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
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Transfers
Free train station shuttle
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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
Full-service spa
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 and heating
Electric kettle
Slippers
Children's slippers
Window screens
Sleep well
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Tatami (woven mat floors)
Guidebooks/recommendations
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the ryokan's full-service spa, 大浴場. 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, mobile payments and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
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 is there to do at Mikasa Ryokan and nearby?
Mikasa Ryokan has a spa.
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Reviews
Mikasa Ryokan Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The in-room and private outdoor hot tubs were incredibly soothing and a highlight of the stay. (3 reviews)
Breakfast was a highlight with a delicious spread and enjoyable experience. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2026
The staffs are friendly. Foods are delicious.
Yat Man
Yat Man, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Great food--arranged everything gluten free for us! Great service and an amazing view from our room.
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2025
Amazing stay, very friendly staff, would strongly recommend breaking your Japan trip at Mikasa Ryokan and staying here to relax!
Aline
Aline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2025
It was a wonderful stay in Mikasa Ryokan! Truly enjoy in-room jacuzzi experience with sunrise! All hotel crew members behave in a refined and courteous manner! Great mountain review to whole city of Nara, and very close to famous temples and museums! Shuttle and luggage keeping service is best for your local visit!
Ming
Ming, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 13, 2026
This was the single best stay I had in Japan. I cannot even put into words how amazing. It was a tradition Japanese place, public baths that were spotless and cozy, got kimonos for our stay and inside house slippers, the meals were unique and intricate. I will be coming back, thank you so much. Also the view is breathtaking.
Raven
Raven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 4, 2025
Great view, facilities, breakfast and dinner.
Shiaoling
Shiaoling, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 8, 2024
Lovely place to stay and the staff were very accommodating.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Such a relaxing authentic ryokan. View over Nara was stunning and meals were delicious
Sara
Sara, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
The bath in our room was amazing. Amazing breakfast
Takuro
Takuro, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
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.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 28, 2024
Great first Ryokan experience. We booked a room with a private bath, which is splendid!
Lili
Lili, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 23, 2024
Location is an nice remote spot!
SERGHEI
SERGHEI, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 31, 2024
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!
Jasmine
Jasmine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2023
Dinner tastes good. Staff was nice. Onsen was clean and comfortable.
YUEN KIU
YUEN KIU, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2023
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.
Weng Hang
Weng Hang, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2023
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
Stephanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2024
Perfect! Extremely clean and the service was excellent! Loved the public bath.
Yanhua
Yanhua, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2023
Amazing experience! Staff was super knowledgeable, communicative and pleasant! We made friends while staying here and felt like at home! Highly recommend!
Petar-Vasilij
Petar-Vasilij, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 10, 2023
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
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 29, 2024
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.
Tiffany
Tiffany, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 3, 2024
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
Iris Ah Ching, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2024
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
Natalie, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
May 2, 2024
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
SHAY, 1-night trip
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2/10 Poor
Dec 20, 2025
We came as a part of bigger trip to Japan for one night get away from the busy cities. The private Onsen was everything we wanted and needed- that part truly was 5 stars. Apart from that I have little kind words to say. The dinner that was included was not on par with the previous experiences we had with the Japanese food, the dishes were not very tasty (might just be my preference) but I felt ethically troubled by the shark fin soup. The service was stressed and too fast- we didn’t have time to finish one dish before the next 3 were presented. Thus turning them cold. We tried to convey this to the manager, but there is little English spoken here and the translator was hesitant to convey our critique. Dinner was so bad we decided to not have breakfast. The stress from dinner made all the relaxing and soaking beforehand go away and I personally felt as stressed as when I was back at work.
We slept on tatami mats and averaged about 3 hours with sore bodies and aches the following morning.
I don’t recommend this place.
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Sep 23, 2024
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.