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Concept

Experience a place with 1,000 years of history through “space” and “cuisine.”

Kasuga Taisha, a World Heritage site, is a sacred place with over 1,000 years of history.

Spend a new day within these 1,000 years right here.

Location

A location surrounded by the forest of the World Heritage Kasuga Taisha Shrine, protected for generations over 1,000 years.

Nara Kasuga Kanoya, an auberge hotel standing at the entrance of the Mizuya Sando path. 

A globally rare location adjacent to the forest of Kasuga Taisha, we provide tranquility, nature, and a high-quality stay.

Experience

A stay experience that feels like living among the deer of Nara.

A stay at Kanoya is more than just accommodation; it is an experience of connecting with the nature, history, and culture of Nara. A forest enveloped in morning mist, a silent night, and waking up to the presence of deer.

We promise that the time spent here will be an opportunity to know the land of Nara more deeply and will become a special, lasting memory.

Restaurant

Savor the flavors of Nara with an exclusive French course, unique to each day.

An essential part of the Kanoya experience is the dining time at our on-site restaurant. Our course meals, based on French cuisine with Japanese sensibilities, prioritize carefully drawing out the natural essence of the ingredients, echoing the silence of the Kasugayama Primeval Forest.

We use seasonal ingredients carefully selected from all over Japan, centered on local ingredients nurtured by Nara’s rich natural environment. Each dish, reflecting the changing seasons, guides your time spent here into a deeper and more memorable experience.

Accompanied by a wide variety of drinks, including wine and sake, we also propose pairings designed to complement each dish, delivering an experience where the meal itself becomes the purpose of your journey.

In the morning, we prepare a breakfast for you to enjoy while feeling the quiet presence of the forest, providing a calm and fulfilling start to your day.

Kanoya’s restaurant aims to be a destination in its own right—a place where both staying guests and visitors alike feel inspired to travel just for the cuisine. Please visit our dedicated restaurant website to learn more about our culinary philosophy, seasonal menus, and the chef’s meticulous craftsmanship.

Click here for the Restaurant Special Site

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Guest room

Guest rooms with modern Japanese architecture and high-quality furnishings.

Constructed in 2025, the building features a modern Japanese design that elevates traditional Japanese aesthetics. The architecture is thoughtfully designed to offer views of the World Heritage Kasuga Taisha Shrine and our serene inner courtyard.

Auberge

A quiet luxury realized by an auberge with only five rooms.

Kanoya is a small luxury hotel with only five guest rooms. By limiting the number of rooms, we provide personalized, attentive service and a tranquil environment where every guest can feel truly at home.

The building features spaces overlooking the garden, a restaurant, and a bar, where time flows gently, separated from the hustle and bustle. We also prioritize your comfort with amenities such as free private parking and luggage storage services.