Things to Do in Naramachi, Nara

Low-rise and historic, with machiya houses, craft shops, cafes, sake stops, small temples, and quieter evening walks.

TsukumoJapanese
Harushika BreweryBrewery
Ristorante L’incontroItalian

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Top things to do in Naramachi

ふうせんかずら
Bookstore
A self-service and shared bookstore in Nara's Naramachi district, featuring books from approximately 60 different booksellers, including used and new titles.
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奈良の銭湯ほてい湯
★ 4.3 · 275
Sauna & Bathhouse
A public bath in the ancient capital of Nara that has an artificial hot spring approved by the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare that recreates a famous hot spring area. We are particular about water, and use high-purity soft water…
Mon–Thu
3 PM – 12 AM
Fri
Closed
Sat
3 PM – 12 AM
Sun
3 PM – 12 AM
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Where to eat & drink in Naramachi

Tsukumo
Michelin ★★
Japanese· ¥10,000+
Falling in love with the cultural landscapes of Nara, the chef opened his restaurant in Naramachi, where he weaves the history and customs of the Yamato region into his menu like a story. The source of his originality lies in the…
Mon
Closed
Tue
6 PM – 7 PM
Wed–Thu
12 PM – 12:30 PM, 6 PM – 7 PM
Fri
6 PM – 7 PM
Sat
12 PM – 12:30 PM, 6 PM – 7 PM
Sun
12 PM – 12:30 PM, 6 PM – 7 PM
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Harushika Brewery
★ 4.6 · 804
Brewery
Samples & sales of rare rice wines at the store of a sake brewery founded in the 19th century.
Mon
10 AM – 5 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
10 AM – 5 PM
Sat
10 AM – 5 PM
Sun
10 AM – 5 PM
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Ristorante L’incontro
★ 4.4 · 190
Italian· ¥¥
The chef’s journey starts from the craftsmanship he encountered in an Italian village.
Mon–Tue
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Wed
Closed
Thu–Fri
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 10 PM
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PEPITA D'ORO
★ 4.7 · 192
Italian· ¥2,000–7,000
A fine dining restaurant in Nara offering a unique fusion of Italian and Japanese cuisine, known for dishes like Yamato beef, carbonara, and Wagyu steak.
Mon
Closed
Tue
6 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Fri
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 6 PM – 9:30 PM
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ANY B&B+COFFEE, Nara Japan
★ 4.8 · 269
Coffee Roastery
A guesthouse and specialty coffee shop in Nara, offering accommodation for one group per day and serving breakfast with vegan options, homemade granola, and drip coffee.
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タイ食堂アロイアロイ
★ 4.8 · 194
Thai· ¥1,000–2,000
A small, cozy restaurant in Nara offering authentic Thai cuisine, known for dishes like Kaomangai, Tom Yum, Som Tam, Pad Thai, and curry.
Mon
11 AM – 2 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Sat
11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Sun
11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
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ongaku&coffee
★ 4.7 · 192
Coffee Shop· ¥1–1,000
Mon–Wed
12 PM – 7 PM
Thu
Closed
Fri
12 PM – 7 PM
Sat
12 PM – 7 PM
Sun
12 PM – 7 PM
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Yousyutei Nakata
★ 4.5 · 104
Bar· ¥2,000–5,000
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Grill Talo
★ 4.6 · 367
Western· ¥1,000–2,000
A charming Western-style restaurant in Nara, known for its selection of steaks, pork chops, and a set menu with various main dishes.
Mon–Wed
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Thu
Closed
Fri
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Sat
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
Sun
11 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 8 PM
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