29 Hashimoto-cho, Nara-shi, Nara Prefecture
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Cost per person
¥500
Located near Kintetsu Nara Station, Nakatani-dou is famous for its energetic high-speed mochi pounding demonstrations. Watch skilled artisans create fresh, soft yomogi mochi (mugwort rice cake) right before your eyes. Enjoy the freshly made mochi, known for its fluffy texture and perfectly balanced sweet bean paste. Each piece costs around ¥150, making it an affordable and delicious treat to enjoy near Sarusawa Pond. Visit during the day to catch a mochi pounding performance and savor the freshest possible yomogi mochi. This is a must-try Nara specialty!