What to see &do
- Nara Park

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- Nara National Museum

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- Naramachi Koshi-no-Ie (lattice house)

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- Mount Wakakusa

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Founded by the Chinese monk Ganjin, who overcame hardships to come to Japan and spread the correct precepts of Buddhism.

Established in 680, the unique layout known as Yakushiji-style is also referred to as "Ryugu-zukuri" (Dragon Palace style).

A tourist-oriented shopping complex in Nara City that can be enjoyed by families and tourists alike


Museum of the excavation surveys of the Heijo Palace and the Heijo-Kyo ruins

Japan's oldest Tenmangu Shrine, dedicated to Sugawara no Michizane and his ancestors.






This museum exhibits works by three generations of Japanese painters: Uemura Shōen, Uemura Shōkō, and Uemura Atsushi.

The temple serves as the base for Gyoki’s missionary activities, with its main hall said to be the prototype for the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji.

Empress Komyo designated Hokkeji as the head of a national system of convents.



About 100 precious dolls from the Edo period to the present are on display

Largest palace within the Heijo Palace used for the important state ceremonies



The temple, with its deep historical and cultural significance, provides a tranquil and reflective experience.


Repenting the sins of the previous year and praying for good fortune in the new year




Memorial service for a renowned poet and nobleman, model for the romantic protagonist in The Tales of Ise

A sermon takes place every year in mid-July at Kikouji Temple during Obon
