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Nara Prison Museum by Hoshino Resorts

Restaurant · Japanese

Why we point you here

One Michelin star Japanese cooking in Nara, charted and worth the detour for serious meals.

Nara Prison Museum by Hoshino Resorts earns one Michelin star for Japanese cooking that's worth building a night around. If you're ready to roam beyond Kyoto's well-worn paths, we'd point you to this—serious recognition in a city that rewards the journey.

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Worth the detour.

Charted by Michelin Guide· Last verified 2026-07-11