Tenpyo Ryokan was built over 70 years ago and has a simple and straightforward exterior. If you thought the indoors would be the same, you'd be mistaken, as it is here that the idea of ryokan comes to life!

Design and Architecture

Most of the rooms here have tatami mats, chabudai, tatami chairs, and sliding doors, immersing you in a traditional Japanese stay experience.

The public spaces embrace historic ideals, especially with the large display cases with ō-yoroi, samurai armor, (which they have a full set of, inclusive of the helmet, shoulder guards, and body armor), yumi (large bows), and other ancient military paraphernalia. They even have a full set of katanas. Of course, the public spaces are adorned with tatami mats and gorgeous paintings.

Ratsuku Restaurant

The on-site restaurant offers great breakfast options. Their beef sukiyaki course is sure to delight, especially with the finest Japanese black beef served. The light sauce is perfect for the morning and sure to fill you up with energy for the new day! The beef shabu-shabu is another popular dish, and barbecue meals and seafood options are available as well. Make sure to try out the unique Chagayu, a type of tea porridge that's a part of Nara's heritage.

Lunch usually involves pork and beef shabu-shabu, and you can savor some of that premium 'go pork' (Nara brand).

Cultural Experiences

You can't skip an onsen experience when in Japan, and you wouldn't have to go anywhere else for the experience while staying at Tenpyo Ryokan. Their Koumeiseki natural mineral bath lets you have that quintessential hot spring experience right in the middle of the city. Although the hot spring is artificial, the property uses Koumeiseki mineral to provide healing qualities to the water, and it is said to alleviate fatigue and body pain in general. If you're planning to go with a student group, special packages (inclusive of meals) are available.