Photo: The stairs of a corridor in the forest are covered with a red carpet. Lanterns at the foot of the stairs provide a soft glow.

Welcome to Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei.
It has been protected as a sacred area of Kasuga Shrine since ancient times,
and the "Kasuga Primeval Forest" is also registered as a World Heritage Site.
Our restaurant quietly stands amidst this beautiful environment.
It was built in 1903 as a guesthouse for the Governor of Nara Prefecture to host important guests.
Enjoy authentic Kaiseki cuisine that skillfully utilizes seasonal ingredients while admiring the colorful scenery created by the four seasons.

Photo: The wooden entrance of Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei, surrounded by large trees

The map of Japan shows the location of Nara and the access time from Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. The travel time from Tokyo to Nara by train is about 4 hours 40 minutes, and by car it is about 6 hours 40 minutes. From Kyoto to Nara it is about 1 hour 15 minutes by train, and about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. It is said that it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by car from Kansai International Airport in Osaka to Nara.

The map of Japan shows the location of Nara and the access time from Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka. The travel time from Tokyo to Nara by train is about 4 hours 40 minutes, and by car it is about 6 hours 40 minutes. From Kyoto to Nara it is about 1 hour 15 minutes by train, and about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. It is said that it takes about 1 hour 20 minutes by car from Kansai International Airport in Osaka to Nara.

Photos: Various images of the facility, including meat dishes, a tokonoma decorated with fresh flowers and a hanging scroll, an autumn forest with red leaves spreading across the ground, a large wooden bed in a bright room with white pillows and futons, a male chef sharpening knives, and a lantern with the words "Tsukihitei" written on it.

There is a rock known as "Tsukihi no Iwa" in the Yoshiki River that flows beneath Tsukihi-tei. During the Tenpyo Era, an ice pond was created by the Mizutani River upstream of the Yoshiki River. Ice was stored in an icehouse near this rock and presented to the Imperial Court in summer. Kasuga Okuyama Tsukihi-tei was named after this historical site.

Photo: A moss-covered rock called "Tsukihi no Iwa" in the shallow part of the Yoshiki River

Photo: In a forest with large trees. Light comes in from above, brightly illuminating two deer.

All rooms have large windows from which you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery of Kasugayama primeval forest. Please relax and enjoy the sounds of the birds and the murmuring of the river in the silence.

Photo: The veranda of the annex "Sakura." There are two white chairs and a table.
Photo: Inside the guest room of the annex "Sakura." The living room has a zaisu chair, a table, and a tokonoma alcove.
Photo: The bedroom in the annex "Sakura." The bright bedroom features a large wooden bed with white pillows and a futon.
Photo: A room with food prepared, including a bridge and a tray.

There are two private baths: "Wakakusa," featuring impressive leaf tiles, and "Okuyama," entirely constructed from Japanese cypress.

Photo: A bath with leaf tiles on the wall and a wooden bath with stained glass depicting a deer

Enjoy authentic Kaiseki cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. We carefully select seasonal ingredients and prepare each dish carefully and skillfully, with our guests in mind.

Photo: Sashimi served with abalone, tuna, wasabi, green onions, etc.
Photo: Vegetable and shrimp tempura
Photo: Mushroom and fish soup
Photo: Rice cooked with fish and soup with spiny lobster

Limited to one couple per day. The location, which changes with the seasons, will welcome the couple, their relatives, and guests.

Photo: A woman wearing a white wedding kimono

Please use it for various occasions such as family celebrations such as engagement ceremonies and shrine visits, and important business entertainment.

Photo: A dining venue in a guest room with a forest view. There are plenty of chairs and trays on the tables.

Nara, the former capital of Japan, is filled with history and culture.

Photo: Two deer surrounded by yellow and red autumn leaves
Photo: Hashihaka Tomb, a keyhole-shaped tumulus seen from the air
Photo: A pink-hued morning view from Mount Wakakusa
Photo: Cherry blossoms blooming in Nara in spring
Photo: Hasedera Temple's Hydrangea Corridor lined with blue and purple hydrangeas
Photo: A deer in Nara standing in a forest with sunlight streaming in
Photo: Traditional wooden houses line the streets of Nara
Photo: The wooden Shiokara Suspension Bridge in Odaigahara, Nara Prefecture, surrounded by lush foliage including autumn leaves
Photo: Cherry blossoms in full bloom and deer in Nara
Photo: Many stone lanterns lined up
Photo: Two deer surrounded by yellow and red autumn leaves
Photo: Hashihaka Tomb, a keyhole-shaped tumulus seen from the air
Photo: A pink-hued morning view from Mount Wakakusa
Photo: Cherry blossoms blooming in Nara in spring
Photo: Hasedera Temple's Hydrangea Corridor lined with blue and purple hydrangeas
Photo: A deer in Nara standing in a forest with sunlight streaming in
Photo: Traditional wooden houses line the streets of Nara
Photo: The wooden Shiokara Suspension Bridge in Odaigahara, Nara Prefecture, surrounded by lush foliage including autumn leaves
Photo: Cherry blossoms in full bloom and deer in Nara
Photo: Many stone lanterns lined up

Although it is about a 10-minute drive from JR Kintetsu Nara station, you can still enjoy a quiet and relaxing time away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

A map showing tourist spots in Nara city. It shows Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Nara National Museum, Heijo-kyo Historical Park, and JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station. Just past Kasuga Taisha Shrine on the right is Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei.

A map showing tourist spots in Nara city. It shows Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Nara National Museum, Heijo-kyo Historical Park, and JR Nara Station and Kintetsu Nara Station. Just past Kasuga Taisha Shrine on the right is Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei.

Daily life at Tsukihitei through photographs.

Photo: A moss-covered rock called "Tsukihi no Iwa" in the shallow part of the Yoshiki River
Photo: A deer in Nara stands in front of a Japanese-style building, with a bright lantern-shaped light shining in the foreground.
Photo: A wooden walkway in the forest. A red carpet is laid out on the corridor, and lanterns at the foot of the walkway provide soft lighting.
Photo: The World Heritage site "Kasugayama Primeval Forest" is lush with greenery and features stone lanterns. In the background, you can see the windows of Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei.
Photo: Water quietly collects in a stone water basin, next to which a garden lamp casts a soft glow.
Photo: A wooden lantern with the words "Tsukihitei" written on it is displayed on the wall

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