Situated on a hill in Nara Park, the Nara Hotel was established in 1909 as a reception hall for dignitaries and continues to provide a place to showcase the changing seasons of the ancient capital. Filled with over 100 years of memories, the design and rooms emanate a sense of history and culture. Mikasa, the main dining room, offers traditional French cuisine in a luxurious atmosphere that hasn’t changed since the hotel’s founding. Japanese restaurant Hanagiku, meanwhile, serves an abundance of selected seasonal delicacies which are beautifully presented in traditional ware.