Tenkawa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Misenkan
Absolutely wonderful inn to stay at (Ryokan), and our favorite stay of a two week Japan trip. It felt like an authentic Japanese experience, while still being very accessible to foreigners like us. The owners are very friendly and attentive right from when you arrive. The rooms are a traditional ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Atarashiya Ryokan - Dorogawa-onsen Hot Spring
Excellent stay at the coziest little town in Japan. I fully recommend going for the half board option and taking the most out of the fantastic dinner option.
Reviewed on 14 June 2023
Yado Hanaya Tokubei - Dorogawa-onsen Hot Spring
Worth the 3 hours trip from Nara
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2018
Tamayura no Sato
The nearest dining place is 30mins drive and there's nothing to eat in the hotel tho there's a restaurant in the hotel but it's not open. We have to clear our own trash. Staff do not speak english.bed is hard and pillow to thin and soft.
Reviewed on 2 July 2025
Kotorian
It's a very beautiful, big and clean house in Japanese style. Exactly was I was looking for! It looks better in reality, than on the photos. The owners are very nice! They even brought us lot's of fruits. I would like to come and stay there again! Thanks a lot!
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2023
Rent a renovated old house Experience the origina - Mahoro Inn / Takaichi-gun Nara
Popular places to visit
Tenkawa Daibenzai Tensha
You can learn about the history of Tenkawa with a trip to Tenkawa Daibenzai Tensha. Wander the forests and riverfront while you're in the area.
Dorogawa Onsen
You can take time to visit Dorogawa Onsen during your travels to Tenkawa. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Tenkawamura Dorogawa Eco Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tenkawamura Dorogawa Eco Museum during your travels in Tenkawa. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Mitarai Valley
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mitarai Valley during your travels in Tenkawa. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
Mt. Hakkyogadake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Hakkyogadake during your travels in Tenkawa. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Mt. Gyojagaeri
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt. Gyojagaeri during your travels in Tenkawa. Take in the museums and mountain views in the area.
