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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The majestic park, fitting for the ancient capital, harmonizes with beautiful lawns and rich natural surroundings, where 1,300 wild deer draw many visitors.

Nara's most famous temple, featuring its principal image, the Vairocana Buddha, is known worldwide as the Great Buddha of Nara.

Visitors can enjoy a breathtaking view of the incredible sunsets and night skies from a 342-meter-high mountain.

The shrine of the Fujiwara clan associated with the legend of the divine deer.


Japan's oldest Man’yo botanical garden featuring wisteria flowers and rustic plants mentioned in the Man’yoshu


UNESCO World Heritage Site: The felling of trees has been prohibited for over 1,000 years.

One of Japan's premier destinations for plum blossoms with 10,000 vibrant red and white plum trees

The prosperity of Nara is deeply linked to the development of this temple.

The treasure trove of Buddhist art hosts the "Shosoin Exhibition" every autumn.

Traditional event for 340 years, symbolizing coexistence between deer and Nara's people.



A cozy protection facility for Nara deer, where you can enjoy events like "Fawn Open House" and "Deer Antler Cutting."




The hexagonal gazebo on Sagi-ike Pond reflects beautifully in the water beneath.


Welcoming all guests to give a sneak peek of mother deer and her babies.

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


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


The origin of higan, and one of two great Goryo Shrines in Nara that are dedicated to Prince Sawara

Witness the traditional Shinto rituals and processions that have been practiced uninterrupted for 900 years.



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