- Dinner is a Japanese Kaiseki course full of seasonal ingredients.To be served either in guests' room or private room.
Nara Park [Nara Prefecture]
Kankaso is a small traditional Japanese style ryokan, which was originally used as a sub-temple of Todaiji temple. The collections of art combined with a beautiful garden and architecture are admired by guests from all around the world.
As the name Kanka (watch deer, in Japanese) suggests, you can see deer roaming around once you step out of the inn. Inside the inn, however, lies a serene atmosphere where you can feel the ancient ambience of Nara.
Its prominent location in front of Nandai gate, main gate of Todaiji temple, offers you an opportunity for a tranquil morning stroll in Nara park, Kasuga Taisha shrine and Todaiji temple.
| Accommodation Type | Traditional Ryokan |
|---|---|
| Access | Approx. 1hr. from Kyoto, 3hrs. 10 min. from Tokyo |
| Price Range* | Approx. 30,000 yen/person or above |
| Environment | In the heart of Nara Park (Close to Nandai Gate, Todaiji's main gate) |
| Room | 9 |
| Private Bath | 5 rooms equipped with bath. One chartered family bath for exclusive use. |
*Per person in the case of double occupancy on regular seasons.
Please check when booking.
Please check when booking.
Basic Information
Dining
Bath
- Some rooms are equipped with private baths, while others are not.
- For a guest staying at the room that does not come with private bath, two shared baths (separate gender) can be used.
- A Chartered family bath is also available for all guests. (reservation needed)
Others
- Check in from 15:30
- Check out 10:00
- Intenet: Wi-Fi available near entrance
- English: Yes
Room Type and Prices
Kankaso offers three types of rooms, two room types from the main building and one room in the annex building. All rooms offer the view of ryokan's Japanese garden, allowing guests to enjoy a peaceful atmosphere that seems surprisingly serene for a location in the heart of Nara's tourist area.
- 6-tatami mat rooms - Japanese-style room with futon mats. Some of these rooms do not have a private bath or toilet, but guests can use the separate male and female public baths available within the ryokan. Accommodate one or two guests.
- 10-tatami mat rooms - Japanese-style room with futon mats. All rooms come with private bath/toilet. Accommodates two to four guests.
- The annex - Connected with main building by breezeway, consists of just one room, providing private space with its own toilet and wooden bathtub.
Prices differ depending on room type and seasonality, generally starting from 30,000 yen / person for double occupancy under the standard plan, including dinner and breakfast. Please check with us when booking.
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Access
Transportation
By train （from Tokyo)
- Tokyo - (JR Shinkansen Nozomi super express: 2 hrs. 20 min.) - Kyoto station - Kintetsu (or JR): 40 min. - Nara station - Taxi: 5 min.
From Kansai International Airport
- Limousine bus: 1hr. 30 min.
Recommended Activities
Convenient location for exploring major attractions in Nara (Nara park, Kasuga shrine and Todaiji are within walking distance. Yakushi-ji and Horyu-ji can be visited by train or taxi.)
