Ryotei Jyusouya

8.2

This Ryokan has an overall rating of 8.2/10, based on 3 reviews.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
🥇 1st	Nara Inn Japanese Ryokan	9.9/10	25
🥈 2nd	Nara Kasugaokuyama Tsukihitei	9.4/10	464
🥉 3rd	Ryokan Taishoro	9.4/10	104
4th	Gyokuzoin	9.3/10	693
5th	Misenkan	9.4/10	55
6th	Ryokan Asukasou at the entrancne of Nara park	9.2/10	1,089
7th	Hanaya Tokubei	9.3/10	51
8th	Minshuku Kawarabi-so	9.2/10	197
9th	Kasuga Hotel	9.1/10	1,262
10th	Mikasa	9.1/10	955
11th	Kanko Ryokan Kuboji	10.0/10	5
12th	Hotobil B&B 潤 An inn that enjoys breakfast	9.1/10	295
13th	Kotonoyado Musashino	9.1/10	263
14th	Hôtel touristique Tōnomine	9.1/10	167
15th	Wakasa Annex	9.0/10	418
16th	Yoshinoonsen Motoyu	9.1/10	23
17th	Kanko Ryokan Yamato	9.0/10	153
18th	Nara Ryokan	8.9/10	1,438
19th	Kinokuniya Jinpachi	8.9/10	103
20th	Monzen Okagero	8.9/10	98
21st	Tsubakiso	8.9/10	39
22nd	Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO	9.1/10	1
23rd	Shiroyama Ryokan	8.8/10	150
24th	Ryotei Jyusouya Current ryokan	8.2/10	3
25th	Kakimotoya	8.7/10	69
26th	Hotel New Wakasa	8.7/10	111
27th	Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや	8.7/10	699
28th	Hotel Nosegawa	8.6/10	121
29th	Hotel Mimatsu	8.4/10	30
30th	Marubun, auberge thermale à Dorogawa Onsen	8.3/10	24
31st	KAMENOI HOTEL Nara	8.5/10	186
32nd	Itaniya	8.4/10	103
33rd	Kanko Hotel Tamaru	8.1/10	41
34th	Tenpyo Ryokan	8.3/10	291
35th	Miharu-en, source thermale pour une peau douce	8.0/10	66
36th	Hotel Asyl Nara	8.1/10	622
37th	Nara Park Hotel	7.6/10	894

Check-in from 4:00 PM

Mountain Setting Garden Setting Temple District Quiet Village Public Onsen Indoor Bath

Location

636-0832 Nara, Sango, Sangocho Shigisannishi 3-27, Japan

Staff 8,3/10

Facilities 8,3/10

Cleanliness 8,3/10

Comfort 9,2/10

Value for money 6,7/10

Location 8,3/10

Temple-Visit BaseAbout a 3-minute walk to Shigisan Chogosonshi-ji for easy temple visits.

Standout KaisekiReviews repeatedly praise the beautifully presented multi-course meals and strong dinner quality.

Traditional AtmosphereLong-running ryokan with an authentic Japanese inn feel and calm, classic character.

Quiet Mountain SettingSet around Shigisan in peaceful natural surroundings away from busy city areas.

Relaxing Bath TimeCompact bath facilities are suited to a quiet, uncrowded soak.

Easy Bus AccessConvenient by bus from JR Oji Station, with the stop close by.

Recommended stay1 nightTemple access is the strongest stay driver here: arrive by late afternoon, settle in, have kaiseki dinner, bathe, walk to Chogosonshi-ji, then leave after breakfast or one nearby visit.

Trip-planning verdict: Best as a quiet 1-night temple-and-kaiseki ryokan near Mount Shigi, not as a long sightseeing base.

Know before booking

Not a long baseThe immediate area is calm and limited, so many travelers will run out of easy nearby stops after one full day.

Dinner timing mattersDinner service is affected by late arrival, so this is a poor fit for travelers reaching the ryokan too late.

Access is not station-sideYou need a taxi or additional local transport from Oji Station, so luggage-simple rail travel is weaker here.

Dining Room (on-site)

on-site

Main meal venue for seasonal creative kaiseki dinner and Japanese breakfast.

Torachaya (nearby)

nearbyabout 3 min walk

Simple local meal stop with views toward Shigisan temple area.

Ohashi (nearby)

nearbyabout 8 min walk

Hotel-area restaurant option nearby; useful if you want another sit-down meal.

Distances are approximate and calculated from the ryokan coordinates. Travel times may vary depending on route, traffic and schedules.

Useful access points Stations, stops, airports and practical travel advice.

Best way to arrive For most travelers, arrive at JR/Kintetsu Oji Station and continue by taxi in about 10 minutes, especially if carrying luggage. Budget-conscious travelers can use the Nara Kotsu bus from Oji Station North Exit to Shigisanmon and walk about 2 minutes.

Shigisanshita Stationstation
2.4 kmSango, Ikoma District, Nara Prefecture, Japanabout 30 min walkabout 10–15 min by taxibus connections may be available but are best checked locally
Closer than Oji geographically, but usually less convenient as a rail hub; a taxi can work well if you are already on the Kintetsu Ikoma Line.
Oji Stationstation
3.4 kmOji, Nara Prefecture, Japanabout 45 min walkabout 10 min by taxiabout 25–30 min by bus or bus plus short walk
Best overall rail gateway for the ryokan, with JR and Kintetsu connections; the most practical final leg is taxi from the north side, while buses are workable if traveling light.
Shigisanmon Bus Stopbus
70 mShigisan area, Sango/Heguri side, Nara Prefecture, Japanabout 2–5 minabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 25 min from Oji Station by bus, best checked locally
Most useful bus stop for travelers arriving by public transport; suitable if you are comfortable with a short uphill-area walk and light luggage.
Shigi-ohashi Bus Stopbus
290 mShigisan area, Nara Prefecture, Japanabout 5–10 minabout 3–5 min by taxiabout 20–25 min from Oji Station by bus, best checked locally
Useful alternative stop for the Shigisan temple area; practical if Shigisanmon services are limited, though the ryokan walk is a bit less direct.
Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport)airport
29 kmOsaka, Japanabout 50–70 min by car depending on traffictypically around 1.5–2 hours via rail to Oji plus taxi or bus, best checked locally
A strong airport choice for domestic arrivals because it is closer inland than Kansai Airport; usually convenient when combining airport bus or rail into the Oji area.
Kansai International Airportairport
43 kmIzumisano/Tajiri/Sennan, Osaka Prefecture, Japanabout 70–100 min by car depending on traffictypically around 2–2.5 hours via rail to Oji plus taxi or bus, best checked locally
Best main airport for many international travelers, but the final approach to the ryokan still usually works best via Oji Station and then taxi or bus.

5 reasons to choose this ryokan best points

Excellent base for Shigisan visitsThe ryokan is very close to Chogosonshi-ji on Mount Shigi, making it convenient for an early-morning temple visit or a quiet evening walk after day-trippers leave.
Traditional ryotei atmosphereThis is a small, old-fashioned ryotei-style inn rather than a generic hotel, so the stay leans toward tatami comfort, calm surroundings, and a more intimate Japanese inn feel.
Cuisine is a core part of the experienceThe property strongly emphasizes seasonal kaiseki-style meals, so it suits travelers who want dinner to be a highlight instead of just a hotel add-on.
Spacious Japanese-style roomsIts guest rooms are advertised in generous traditional layouts, which can feel more relaxing than compact urban hotel rooms, especially for couples or families wanting floor space.
Quiet hilltop setting near natureBeing in the Shigisan area gives the stay a more secluded, restorative mood with temple scenery and greenery rather than traffic and commercial streets.

5 reasons not to choose this ryokan watch-outs

Not ideal for city-focused sightseeingThe location is in Sango on Mount Shigi, not in central Nara City, so it is less convenient if your priority is quickly walking to Nara Park, downtown dining, or major city sights.
Access may feel less convenient without planningLike many hillside ryokan stays, arriving can require extra coordination beyond a simple station walk, which may be tiring with luggage or for travelers wanting effortless transit.
Limited modern hotel-style facilitiesTravelers expecting a big spa complex, multiple lounges, gym, or resort entertainment may find the experience more classic and minimal than full-service luxury hotels.
Best value depends on liking Japanese mealsBecause the inn’s identity is closely tied to traditional cuisine, guests who are picky eaters or not interested in multi-course Japanese dining may not enjoy its biggest strength.
Traditional style may not suit everyoneA classic ryokan setting can mean a more old-school feel than sleek contemporary accommodation, which may matter if you prefer ultra-modern interiors and standardized hotel convenience.

Current position: 24th out of 37 ryokans in Nara.

Rank	Ryokan	Rating	Reviews
19th	Kinokuniya Jinpachi	8.9/10	103
20th	Monzen Okagero	8.9/10	98
21st	Tsubakiso	8.9/10	39
22nd	Ubusuna no Sato TOMIMOTO	9.1/10	1
23rd	Shiroyama Ryokan	8.8/10	150
24th	Ryotei Jyusouya Current ryokan	8.2/10	3
25th	Kakimotoya	8.7/10	69
26th	Hotel New Wakasa	8.7/10	111
27th	Yoshidaya Ryokan よしだや	8.7/10	699
28th	Hotel Nosegawa	8.6/10	121
29th	Hotel Mimatsu	8.4/10	30