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Nara

Be Drawn Into Ancient Japan

Nara Prefecture is the former capital of Japan and serves as the gateway to many historically significant temples, including three of the country’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The region is known to be frequently visited by tourists, but there are plenty of places to explore away from the crowds. The ancient trail of Yamanobe no Michi is a part of Japan's oldest road, the Shinkaido, and many ancient tombs, temples, and rest stops can be found along the way.

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Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi

Fairfield by Marriott Nara Tenri Yamanobenomichi is located next to Michi-no-Eki Nara Prefecture Historical and Artistic Culture Complex. Make this hotel the base for your trip and savor the profound charms of Nara, with its world-renowned history, culture, and traditions.

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Featured Attractions
View of an outdoor onsen hot spring with an indoor facility in the background

Nara Kenko Land

With onsen and sauna for the adults, indoori leisure pool for the kids, there are plenty of facilities for the whole family to enjoy! There are also places to eat and spaces for relaxation.

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600-1 Kabata-cho, Tenri, Nara

Exterior view of Inada Brewery with items lined up outside

Inada Brewery Co., Ltd.

There are free brewery tours. In summer you can talk with the brewery owner and taste the sake, and in winter you can view the facilities and try freshly pressed sake. You can also purchase sake after trying samples.

379, Mishima-cho, Tenri, Nara

Hashihakakofun Tumulus

You may find the secret of Queen Himiko.

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Hashinaka, Sakurai, Nara

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Boken Adventure Park Yamazoe

It is located close to the Konoguchi Interchange on the Meihan Expressway. There are seven zip lines each in the Adventure Course and the Challenge Course. You will definitely have stronger ties with your family, friends, or girl/boy friend after trying the thrilling activities in this natural outdoor park!

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1680 Mikadani, Yamazoemura, Yamabe-gun, Nara

Tenri Station Plaza CoFuFun

It is a beautiful park in front of the station.

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803 Kawaharajo-cho, Tenri, Nara

Tenri City Trail Center

It is located on Yamanobenomichi road and is one of Tenri's symbolic sightseeing spots. 

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577-1 Yanagimoto-cho, Tenri, Nara

Ise Grand Shrine with a roof and trees

Omiwa Shrine

It is a "power spot" with Ogami Mountain as the object of worship. 

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1422 Miwa, Sakurai, Nara

Chogakuji Temple

It is a famous temple where a picture of Hell is enshrined.

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508 Yanagimoto-cho, Tenri, Nara

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Nara Park

There are many things in this park with world heritage status, including the famous Great Buddha of Nara.

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Kasugano-cho, Nara, Nara

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Isonokami Shrine

It is a historic shrine that has an ancient and honorable origin.

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384 Furu-cho, Tenri, Nara

Featured Restaurants
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Yamato no Sato

BBQ

At the terrace seat in Michi-no-Eki Nara Rekishi Geijutsu Bunkamura, Enjoy a special BBQ for the staying guest at Fairfield by Marriott Nara Yamanobenomichi.

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438-7 Somanouchi-cho, Tenri, Nara

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Yoshoku Katsui Yamanobe no Michi

Western Cuisine

Enjoy our Western food and the time flowing slowly in an unspoiled Japanese landscape.

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577-1 Yanagimoto-cho, Tenri, Nara

Exterior of Taraku Tenri in Nara

Taraku Tenri

Izakaya

A five-minute drive from the hotel, this restaurant has received three stars (the highest rating) for the Nara Prefecture Infection Prevention Measures Certificate. Please see the official website for details including the menu and interior.

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135-1 Sanmaiden-cho, Tenri, Nara

A plate of vegetables and pre-cooked meat

Nikusho Geihinkan Tenri

Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

High quality meals are offered for low prices because the restaurant buys entire cows that are of Yamato beef rank* or lower. A set (for three to four people) is ¥5,478.

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115-1 Magata-cho, Tenri, Nara

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Tenri Sugino

Izakaya

Meals made with ingredients carefully grown by local producers are served.

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229 Kawaharajo-cho, Tenri, Nara

Different types of pre-cooked meat on black plates

Sumibi Yakiniku Enya

Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)

Iki beef is mainly used. Iki cows are fattened and raised carefully in Iki Island as breeding cattle of famous brands, such as Matsuzaka beef and Kobe beef. This is because Iki beef not only tastes good but is safe and its quality is guaranteed. For the recommended menu Kiwami Mori, only Iki beef is used and it is really satisfying! Try the melting flavor of beef that spreads in your mouth.

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600-1 Kabata-cho, Tenri, Nara

Plates of Japanese dishes including sashimi and miso soup

Oyamatokyo Shunsai Senshu

Japanese Cuisine

A Japanese style interior where you can relax and spend your precious time while enjoying seasonal meals. Taste the delicious meals that make the most of selected seasonal ingredients.

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345-3 Sanmaiden-cho, Tenri, Nara

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Casual Dining Indigo

Italian

One of the most recommended menu items are the pizzas. The dough is made by hand and baked it in a stone oven. The crust is chewy and smells so good that you will be addicted to it! A variety of drinks are also available. Enjoy delicious food and drink in the Californian style interior. 

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102 Nakaoji Building, 52-1 Kawaharajo-cho, Tenri, Nara

a building with a lot of windows

Tenri Kanko Noen Cafe Wa-Wa

Cafe

Why don't you play in Tenri Kanko Noen (Tenri tourist farm) on Yamanobe-no-michi road, which has a long history? The repeat visiting ratio is 100%! Once you visit, you will like Tenri more, and you will want to come again. Wa-Wa will surely make you smile.

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183 Sonohara-cho, Tenri, Nara

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Sobadokoro Sarashina

Japanese Cuisine

100 years of tradition, only buckwheat's seed of Shinsyu-region is used to make a special aroma.You can enjoy the nice feeling of the soba-noodle sliding down your throat.

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306 Kawaharajocho, Tenri, Nara