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Hotel New Wakasa

Kitahanda Higashimachi 1
Rated 9.0 in 483 reviews

Hotel New Wakasa is a welcoming destination nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan. Known for its unique blend of traditional Japanese hospitality and modern amenities, this hotel provides a comfortable base for those looking to explore the cultural treasures of the region. Guests will appreciate the serene atmosphere that the hotel cultivates, offering a peaceful retreat after a day of sightseeing.

The hotel features elegantly appointed accommodations, each designed with attention to detail to ensure a restful stay. With a variety of room options, Hotel New Wakasa caters to diverse preferences, ensuring that every visitor finds an option that suits their needs. In addition to the well-furnished rooms, guests can enjoy a range of facilities, including a restaurant that serves a selection of both local and international dishes, prepared with fresh ingredients.

Hotel New Wakasa's location is ideal for exploring the natural beauty and historical landmarks of Nara, such as Nara Park, Todai-ji Temple, and various shrines. The staff is known for their attentive service, always ready to assist guests in making the most of their visit, whether through providing local insights or arranging sightseeing tours. This balance of comfort, convenience, and dedicated hospitality makes Hotel New Wakasa an appealing choice for travelers who seek to experience the rich heritage and charm of Nara.

Climate and Weather

January
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 23
Rain free days
February
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 20
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Michelin Restaurants in Nara and near Hotel New Wakasa

Tōdai-ji
Tōdai-ji
Japanese Buddhist temple in Nara
100m / 100yd
National Treasure Museum
National Treasure Museum
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.5km / 0.31mi
Kasuga-taisha
Kasuga-taisha
Shinto shrines in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.7km / 0.41mi
The Shosoin Repository
The Shosoin Repository
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.6km / 0.35mi
Nara National Museum
Nara National Museum
Art museum in Nara, Japan
0.6km / 0.38mi
Gangō-ji Temple
Gangō-ji Temple
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
1.1km / 0.7mi
Nara Park
Nara Park
Park
100m / 100yd
Irie Taikichi Memorial Museum of Photography Nara City
Irie Taikichi Memorial Museum of Photography Nara City
Museum in Japan
1.7km / 1.1mi
Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Museum in Japan
240m / 260yd
Zuto Tower
Zuto Tower
Nara period Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan
1.3km / 0.79mi
Man'yō Botanical Garden (Nara)
Man'yō Botanical Garden (Nara)
Botanical garden in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.2km / 0.72mi
Himegamisha Shrine
Himegamisha Shrine
Shinto shrine in Nara Prefecture, Japan
1.8km / 1.1mi
Buddhist Art Library
Buddhist Art Library
0.7km / 0.46mi
Irie Taikichi's old residence
Irie Taikichi's old residence
240m / 260yd
Naramachi Museum
Naramachi Museum
1.3km / 0.8mi
Five-storied pagoda
Five-storied pagoda
0.6km / 0.39mi
Kitayama-Jūhachikento
Kitayama-Jūhachikento
Building in Nara-ken, Japan
0.9km / 0.58mi
Himuro Shrine
Himuro Shrine
Shinto shrine in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.5km / 0.32mi
Kantoku-ji Temple
Kantoku-ji Temple
Temple in Takabatakechō, Nara
1.5km / 0.94mi
Nara Takabatake Church
Nara Takabatake Church
Church in Nara, Nara
1.6km / 0.96mi
Kasuga Taisha Museum (Treasure Hall)
Kasuga Taisha Museum (Treasure Hall)
Museum in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.3km / 0.82mi
Nara Craft Museum (Nara Kogeikan)
Nara Craft Museum (Nara Kogeikan)
Museum in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.2km / 0.73mi
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
1.3km / 0.81mi
Heijō Palace
Heijō Palace
Imperial residence in the Japanese capital city Heijō-kyō (today's Nara), during most of the Nara period
3.5km / 2.2mi
The Kids Science Museum of Photons
Children's science museum in Kizugawa, Japan
2.9km / 1.8mi
Tomb of Emperor Heijo
Tomb of Emperor Heijo
3.5km / 2.2mi
Hishiage Kofun (Mausoleum of Iwanohime no Mikoto)
Hishiage Kofun (Mausoleum of Iwanohime no Mikoto)
3.1km / 1.9mi
Nara Palace Historical Park
Nara Palace Historical Park
Park in Nara, Japan
2.9km / 1.8mi
Konabe Kofun
Konabe Kofun
2.8km / 1.7mi
Uwanabe Kofun
Uwanabe Kofun
2.4km / 1.5mi
Suzakumon Gate
Suzakumon Gate
South and Main Gate of palaces, at the northern end of the main streets of a few ancient capitals of Japan
3.6km / 2.3mi
Yakushiji Temple
Yakushiji Temple
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
4.9km / 3mi
Toshodaiji temple
Toshodaiji temple
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
4.5km / 2.8mi
Emperor Suinin Kofun
Emperor Suinin Kofun
4.8km / 3mi
Heijō History Museum
Heijō History Museum
Museum in Nara, Nara, Japan
4.1km / 2.5mi
Ruins of the Koriyama Castle
Ruins of the Koriyama Castle
Building in Yamatokoriyama, Nara Prefecture, Japan
6.4km / 4mi
Keihanna Commemorative Park
Keihanna Commemorative Park
Park in Seika, Japan
8.2km / 5.1mi
Asuka Country Club
Asuka Country Club
Golf course in Nara, Nara prefecture, Japan
9.9km / 6.2mi
D51-691
D51-691
Class of 1151+2 Japanese 2-8-2 locomotives
9.7km / 6mi
Hōryū Temple
Hōryū Temple
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
11.9km / 7.4mi
Nishiyama tumulus
Nishiyama tumulus
Kofun in Tenri, Nara, Japan
10.6km / 6.6mi
Nishitonoduka tomb
Nishitonoduka tomb
13.2km / 8.2mi
Chikurinji ancient tomb
12.1km / 7.5mi
Great Treasure Gallery
Great Treasure Gallery
Museum in Ikaruga, Nara, Japan
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park
Ikoma Sanjo Amusement Park
14km / 8.7mi

What to do in Nara and near Hotel New Wakasa

Tōdai-ji
Tōdai-ji
Japanese Buddhist temple in Nara
100m / 100yd
National Treasure Museum
National Treasure Museum
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.5km / 0.31mi
Kasuga-taisha
Kasuga-taisha
Shinto shrines in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.7km / 0.41mi
The Shosoin Repository
The Shosoin Repository
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.6km / 0.35mi
Nara National Museum
Nara National Museum
Art museum in Nara, Japan
0.6km / 0.38mi
Gangō-ji Temple
Gangō-ji Temple
Buddhist temple in Nara Prefecture, Japan
1.1km / 0.7mi
Nara Park
Nara Park
Park
100m / 100yd
Irie Taikichi Memorial Museum of Photography Nara City
Irie Taikichi Memorial Museum of Photography Nara City
Museum in Japan
1.7km / 1.1mi
Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Nara Prefectural Museum of Art
Museum in Japan
240m / 260yd
Zuto Tower
Zuto Tower
Nara period Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan
1.3km / 0.79mi
Man'yō Botanical Garden (Nara)
Man'yō Botanical Garden (Nara)
Botanical garden in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.2km / 0.72mi
Himegamisha Shrine
Himegamisha Shrine
Shinto shrine in Nara Prefecture, Japan
1.8km / 1.1mi
Buddhist Art Library
Buddhist Art Library
0.7km / 0.46mi
Irie Taikichi's old residence
Irie Taikichi's old residence
240m / 260yd
Naramachi Museum
Naramachi Museum
1.3km / 0.8mi
Five-storied pagoda
Five-storied pagoda
0.6km / 0.39mi
Kitayama-Jūhachikento
Kitayama-Jūhachikento
Building in Nara-ken, Japan
0.9km / 0.58mi
Himuro Shrine
Himuro Shrine
Shinto shrine in Nara Prefecture, Japan
0.5km / 0.32mi
Kantoku-ji Temple
Kantoku-ji Temple
Temple in Takabatakechō, Nara
1.5km / 0.94mi
Nara Takabatake Church
Nara Takabatake Church
Church in Nara, Nara
1.6km / 0.96mi
Kasuga Taisha Museum (Treasure Hall)
Kasuga Taisha Museum (Treasure Hall)
Museum in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.3km / 0.82mi
Nara Craft Museum (Nara Kogeikan)
Nara Craft Museum (Nara Kogeikan)
Museum in Nara, Nara, Japan
1.2km / 0.73mi
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
Naramachi Mechanical Toy Museum
1.3km / 0.81mi
Heijō Palace
Heijō Palace
Imperial residence in the Japanese capital city Heijō-kyō (today's Nara), during most of the Nara period
3.5km / 2.2mi
The Kids Science Museum of Photons
Children's science museum in Kizugawa, Japan
2.9km / 1.8mi
Tomb of Emperor Heijo
Tomb of Emperor Heijo
3.5km / 2.2mi
Hishiage Kofun (Mausoleum of Iwanohime no Mikoto)
Hishiage Kofun (Mausoleum of Iwanohime no Mikoto)
3.1km / 1.9mi
Nara Palace Historical Park
Nara Palace Historical Park
Park in Nara, Japan
2.9km / 1.8mi
Konabe Kofun
Konabe Kofun
2.8km / 1.7mi
Uwanabe Kofun
Uwanabe Kofun
2.4km / 1.5mi

About Nara

Nara, Japan offers a range of cultural and historical experiences that reflect its rich heritage. Nara Park is a central attraction, known for its free-roaming deer that are considered sacred. Visitors can enjoy a leisurely walk through the park, observing the deer and the beautiful scenery, while also visiting important temples and shrines nearby.

Todai-ji Temple is one of the most significant landmarks in Nara. This UNESCO World Heritage Site houses a giant bronze Buddha statue, which is impressive both in size and artistry. The temple's architecture and the serene atmosphere make it a worthwhile visit for those interested in Buddhist culture.

Another important site is Kasuga-taisha Shrine, famous for its hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns. The shrine is located in a wooded area, adding a tranquil ambiance. The paths leading to the shrine are lined with ancient trees, creating a peaceful setting for reflection and exploration.

The Nara National Museum provides insight into the region's history and art, showcasing a collection of Buddhist artifacts and traditional Japanese art. This museum offers a deeper understanding of Nara's significance as a cultural center in Japan.

Exploring the historic district of Naramachi allows visitors to experience traditional Edo-period architecture. The narrow streets are lined with well-preserved merchant houses and shops that often sell local crafts and snacks, providing a glimpse into daily life of the past.

For those interested in traditional Japanese culture, participating in a tea ceremony or trying Nara's local cuisine, such as kakinoha-zushi (sushi wrapped in persimmon leaves), can enhance the experience of the city.

Overall, Nara presents a blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural experiences that can engage visitors in a meaningful way.




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