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"LA TRACE" is a famous French restaurant that has been awarded a star in the "Michelin Guide Nara" for three consecutive years. The restaurant provides customers with dishes using local Nara ingredients, based on the trajectory of the ingredients and the thoughts of the producers, such as where, who, and with what feelings the ingredients were produced. Chef Sato, who has trained in France, was ranked 456th in the “1000 LA LIST 2016,” a ranking of the world's best restaurants compiled by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You will be charmed by the deep flavors that come from his sincere approach to seasonal ingredients.

A famous kama-age udon restaurant loved by locals. They blend domestic wheat from Mie Prefecture and Australian wheat (ASW) to make their homemade noodles . The noodles are cured in a two-stage process under strict temperature control, resulting in noodles with a fluffy texture and firm texture. The freshly boiled white noodles are smooth and chewy, and are a perfect match with the broth. In addition to Sanuki udon noodles, the menu also offers a wide variety of other dishes such as meat udon and tai chiku-ten kitsune udon. Both adults and children will enjoy the menu.

Located near Horyu-ji Temple, Ubusuna is where Kenkichi Tomimoto, a living national treasure, was born and where he cherished as his starting point. This is an old private house hotel renovated from the birthplace of Kenkichi Tomimoto, with a restaurant that serves sumptuous cuisine using plenty of local ingredients. It is a luxurious space where you can fully experience the history of Yamato and Kenkichi Tomimoto, a living national treasure.

In 1991, Hayashi, the owner chef, became the first Japanese to win the title of “World Champion” at “La Coupe du Monde de la Patisserie,” a world patisserie competition held once every two years in France, the home of confectionery. The store specializes in western-style confectionery. A native of Nara Prefecture, he opened his own store in the prefecture under the creed, "within reach of my own eyes". He is particular about the ingredients and works hard to create sweets that will remain in your heart along with your happy memories. We hope you will visit this famous store, which has been selected five times as one of the "Tabelog Best 100sweets stores in the WEST”.

Based on the concept which states that if one eats healthy foods on a daily basis and maintains one's health, there is no need for special medicine (i.e., no illness), the company uses carefully selected ingredients to make additive-free, safe “natural bread” that is completely hand-made. The company also works to reduce food loss by providing bread to nursing homes and children's cafeterias.

A sophisticated and modern hotel located in the historic city of Nara, the ancient capital of Japan. Guests are greeted by the works of world-renowned Japanese-style painter Hiroshi Senju, and the lounge is lined with carefully selected food and art books. The guest rooms are luxurious, with high-end Simmons beds and stone bathrooms. Nara Park spreads out in front of the hotel, making it a convenient location for sightseeing.

9 room French style inn operated by ”Hiramatsu” which runs several French restaurants. Authentic French cuisine using local ingredients, coupled with the magnificent views of nature from the guest rooms are sure to satisfy your appetite and your soul.

A small luxury hotel restricted to members. The 12 guest rooms are furnished in a modern style with large windows to allow guests to enjoy the four seasons. Listed in the Michelin guide as a top quality hotel, suitable for adults who want to enjoy a luxurious getaway.