Nara has preserved old-fashioned streetscapes, and one wonderful space where you can feel the unique atmosphere of Nara is NISHIMURA-TEI. It is a cafe and accommodation facility renovated from a traditional Japanese house with a history of over 100 years.
Passing through the noren, you can see a spacious inner garden at the end of a long earthen floor. It is a healing space that retains the traditional Nara machiya architecture while incorporating a modern atmosphere. The inner garden viewed from the engawa gives you a feeling of comfort, as if you were in your grandma's house.
The cafe at NISHIMURA-TEI offers home-cooked meals using local Nara ingredients. Each dish is meticulously prepared, from freshly cooked rice to carefully made tamagoyaki (Japanese omelette) and miso soup made with Nara pickles. You are sure to encounter flavorful dishes that evoke memories of your grandma's homemade cooking.
NISHIMURA-TEI is also utilized as a full-fledged accommodation facility, complete with private rooms and living spaces, suitable for group travel. It is a space where you can spend heartwarming time and is highly recommended as a base for Nara sightseeing.
NISHIMURA-TEI, renovated from a traditional Nara machiya, is a spot where you can experience the goodness of Japan. The fusion of nostalgia and innovation promises a wonderful experience.