Local food and restaurants in Nara
Kakinoha sushi is wrapped in persimmon leaves; unwrap each piece before eating. Nara also has chagayu, rice porridge cooked with tea. It is a warm, simple alternative when you want something other than sushi.
Local dishes to try in Nara
- Kakinoha sushi
- Chagayu rice porridge
Choosing a meal in Nara
Unwrapped kakinoha sushi can be a compact meal between stops, while chagayu is warm rice porridge made with tea. They fit different appetites during a Nara visit; check the serving style before you choose.
Tips for choosing a restaurant
After Nara Park, take a meal break around Kintetsu-Nara Station. If you need a JR train for the journey home, make sure you’re heading to JR Nara rather than the similarly named station.
Restaurant reservations in Nara
Find restaurants in this area on AutoReserve, then choose a date, time and party size. Read the menu, total price and cancellation terms before you book. Availability can change between visits.
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Read more about regional dishes and food traditions in these official guides. For a particular restaurant’s menu, prices and booking terms, use its own website or reservation page.