Update-date: Jan 29 2025
Nara Park, an unparalleled historical park where the majestic and rich natural beauty harmonizes, is home to precious historical cultural heritage sites such as Todai-ji, Kofuku-ji, and Kasuga-taisha, as well as the National Museum and Shosoin. It serves as a base for Nara tourism and represents the face of Nara. This time, five recommended restaurants to visit after strolling through Nara Park have been selected.
Sakura Chaya Fish Restaurant
A specialized restaurant for fish dishes in Nara Prefecture, which has no ocean, where one can enjoy a special course of 'seafood extravaganza'.
The restaurant, marked by a cherry blossom lamp without a sign, is called "御魚処 さくら茶屋". It is a specialty restaurant where diners can enjoy fresh and delicious fish selected by a skilled chef. They are particular about "魚貝" (seafood), which is directly delivered from fishing ports across the country, including Sakai Port in Tottori Prefecture, allowing guests to savor seasonal delicacies.
The carefully selected sake to pair with the fish dishes is all rare, brewed in small sake breweries. There are more than 20 types available, including some not listed on the menu, allowing for enjoyable tastings. Upon opening the entrance door, a calm Japanese space unfolds, creating a relaxing atmosphere. It is a hidden gem that many fans love dearly.
Osakanadokoro Sakurachaya
Open: Lunch 11:45 am - 2:00 pm (L.O. 1:30 pm) *Reservations required by the day before / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:00 pm) *Last entry at 9:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 275m from Shin-Omiya Station
Address: 4-253-3, Omiya-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 9,000 JPY / [Lunch] 5,000 JPY
Access: 275m from Shin-Omiya Station
Address: 4-253-3, Omiya-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
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Motsusui Nara Sanjo Restaurant
A hidden gem for adults to enjoy fresh offal and skewers.
Nestled quietly between Kintetsu Nara Station and Nara Station, [もつ粋] is a restaurant where one can enjoy a variety of dishes, including hormone cuisine. The highlight is the skewers made with exceptionally fresh hormones and beef. The skewers, grilled over charcoal, achieve a perfect balance of aroma and juiciness, creating a taste that is unforgettable once tried. Additionally, the 'motsunabe' made with carefully crafted beef bone broth is a dish that warms the body from the inside, making it a must-try in winter.
The interior features a spacious, modern Japanese atmosphere, creating a sophisticated adult hideaway. There are also deep counter seats where one can relax comfortably, even alone. The drink menu is rich with options that pair well with the food, including marinated lemon sours, allowing guests to enjoy a pleasant time.
Motsusui Nara-Sanjo Branch
Open: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (L.O. 10:30 pm)
Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Nara Station on JR Lines, Kintetsu-Nara Station on Kintetsu Line
Address: 34, Shimosanjo-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
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Closed: None
Average price: [Dinner] 3,500 JPY
Access: 6-minute walk from Nara Station on JR Lines, Kintetsu-Nara Station on Kintetsu Line
Address: 34, Shimosanjo-cho, Nara-shi, Nara
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Teppanyaki Sanga
Indulge in exquisite Yamagata beef in a luxurious setting.
Located just a short distance from Nara Park, the teppanyaki restaurant "Sangawa" in the basement of the "Piazza Hotel Nara" offers fresh "A4 rank or higher Yamagata beef" sourced through unique channels. Yamagata beef is characterized by its even marbling, melt-in-the-mouth texture, and rich sweetness. Despite the abundant fat, it leaves a refreshing aftertaste.
The restaurant features elegant interiors that create a high-quality atmosphere. It is the perfect space for those who want to indulge a little or for special date nights. The theatrical counter where chefs grill dishes right in front of guests makes the memories for two even more special.
How about enjoying a luxurious time at Teppanyaki Sanga while savoring the highest grade Yamagata beef?
How about enjoying a luxurious time at Teppanyaki Sanga while savoring the highest grade Yamagata beef?
Teppanyaki Sanga
Open: [Wednesday - Friday] Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm (L.O. 9:00 pm) [Friday - Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: On the B1F of Piazza Hotel, immediately from the front exit of JR [Nara Station]
Address: B1F, Piazza Hotel, 11-20 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara city, Nara
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Closed: Monday, Tuesday
Average price: [Dinner] 10,000 JPY
Access: On the B1F of Piazza Hotel, immediately from the front exit of JR [Nara Station]
Address: B1F, Piazza Hotel, 11-20 Sanjo Honmachi, Nara city, Nara
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Ristorante Borgo KONISHI
Italian cuisine that融合s the food culture of Italy and Nara.
Located just a one-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, Ristorante Borgo KONISHI offers Italian cuisine that maximizes the appeal of Nara's local ingredients. The restaurant uses high-quality materials, including organic vegetables from Uda City, Ezo deer sourced directly from reliable suppliers in Hokkaido, and fresh kuruma shrimp delivered directly from the fishing port.
The interior is simple and sophisticated, creating a comfortable atmosphere. Additionally, the seating consists of eight spacious counter seats made from high-quality wood. During the day, it is bright with sunlight streaming in, while at night it transforms into a quiet and calming space.
Ristorante Borgo Konishi
Open: [Tuesdays-Sundays/Holidays] Lunch 11:00-15:00 (last order 14:00) / Dinner 18:00-23:00 (last order 21:30)
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara station; go straight down Konishi Sakura street, and it will be on your right.
Address: 2F Flats Konishi, 24 Konishi-cho, Nara, Nara
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 6,000 JPY / [Lunch] 2,000 JPY
Access: 1 minute walk from Kintetsu Nara station; go straight down Konishi Sakura street, and it will be on your right.
Address: 2F Flats Konishi, 24 Konishi-cho, Nara, Nara
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Fox
Discover new ways to enjoy sukiyaki, from courses to set meals.
Located just a 5-minute walk from Kintetsu Nara Station, Kitune cherishes the tradition of sukiyaki that has been loved for many years while pursuing new deliciousness. The interior features a modern Japanese atmosphere with a focus on black and wood, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in a relaxed and calm setting. Additionally, private rooms are available, making it perfect for special dining occasions.
The restaurant's pride is its full-course sukiyaki made with exquisite balanced cuts of lean and marbled Yamato beef. Guests can enjoy sukiyaki alongside genre-less dishes that incorporate ingredients from Nara Prefecture. Additionally, they can savor sukiyaki in various forms, such as the "Gyūmabushi Gozen" and "Sukiyaki Chirashi Jū."
Kitsune
Open: Lunch 11:00 am - 2:30 pm (L.O. 2:00 pm) / Dinner 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (L.O. 8:00 pm)
Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 13,860 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: 5-minutes walk from Exit 1 of Kintetsu Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line / Past Higashimuki Shopping Street, it's one street back from Sarusawa Pond
Address: Shika Saru Kitsune Building, 22, Ganriin-Cho, Nara-Shi, Nara
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Closed: Wednesday
Average price: [Dinner] 13,860 JPY / [Lunch] 4,500 JPY
Access: 5-minutes walk from Exit 1 of Kintetsu Nara Station on the Kintetsu Nara Line / Past Higashimuki Shopping Street, it's one street back from Sarusawa Pond
Address: Shika Saru Kitsune Building, 22, Ganriin-Cho, Nara-Shi, Nara
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