What to See ＆ Do│Nara Travelers Guide

What to see ＆do

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〈cancel〉Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival

Western Area

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〈cancel〉Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated …

Nara Prefectural Museum of Art

More than 4,100 pieces and features from the Kamakura period to the present day.

Central Area

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Shoryakuji Temple

Known as the birthplace of Japanese sake : essential technologies for sake brewing were established here.

Central Area

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Nara Okuyama Driveway - Toll road leading to the summit of Mt. Wakakusa

Driving through the Kasugayama Primeval Forest offers stunning views of the changing seasons.

Central Area

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Nara Okuyama Driveway - Toll road leading to the summit of…

Shomu-Tenno-Sai／Todaiji Temple

Praising the virtues of Emperor Shomu in the anniversary of his death.

Central Area

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Takigi O-Noh A mysterious world lit by firelight

The origins of Japanese takigi-noh: a traditional performing art with over 1,000 years of history

Central Area

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Takigi O-Noh A mysterious world lit by firelight

Nara Craft Museum

Please stop by during your stroll around Naramachi.

Central Area

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Tsukigase Baikei Plum Blossom Festival /Tsukigase

Enjoy the beautiful plum blossoms in the valley.

Eastern Area

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Tsukigase Baikei Plum Blossom Festival /Tsukigase

Hannyaji temple

The ancient temple guards the northeast, which is considered unlucky for Heijo-kyo Capital, and is renowned for its vibrant flowers.

Central Area

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The Nara Daimonji Okuribi Festival

A large bonfire illuminates the night in Nara, honoring those who have passed away and praying for peace.

Central Area

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Tsukigase Plum Creek Tenjin Plum Grove

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

Eastern Area

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Saidaiji Temple

One of the Seven Prominent Temples of Nara

Western Area

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Naramachi Karakuri Omochakan (mechanical toy museum)

Toy museum in the traditional townhouse

Central Area

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Naramachi Karakuri Omochakan (mechanical toy museum)

Shiga Naoya's Former Residence (Shiga Naoya Kyūkyo)

Home of the "God of the Novel" in Japanese literary circles

Central Area

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Shiga Naoya's Former Residence (Shiga Naoya Kyūkyo)

Obitoke-dera Temple

Established by imperial order in 858, this temple has attracted many believers as a place to pray for safe childbirth and fertility.

Central Area

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Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen

There's nothing like a hotspring after a day of touring.

Eastern Area

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Irie Taikichi Memorial Nara City Museum of Photography

The museum named for the renowned Nara photographer, Taikichi Irie

Central Area

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Irie Taikichi Memorial Nara City Museum of Photography

Yagyu Kaido

The ancient road to Yagyu, a sacred place for samurai swordsmen

Eastern Area

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Nara Palace Site Museum

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

Western Area

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Koshin-do Hall

Center of "Koshin Faith" : People would gather here and pray for good every 60 days.

Central Area

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Nara Tokae Festival (2024)

The ancient capital's nights are illuminated with fantastic lights

Central Area

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M! Nara

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

Western Area

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Suzakumon Gate

Main gate of Heijo Palace (Restored)

Western Area

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Setsubun-e (Setsubun Festival) / Gangoji Temple

Join a purification ceremony and the "Mamemaki" event, where roasted beans are thrown to welcome good fortune.

Central Area

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Setsubun-e (Setsubun Festival) / Gangoji Temple

Uneme-matsuri Festival / Uneme Shrine

The festival on the harvest moon comforts the spirit of the court lady who sank into the pond.

Central Area

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Uchiwa-maki／Toshodai-ji Temple

Heart-shaped hosen fans dancing in the air

Western Area

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Spring Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

Central Area

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Spring Deer Gathering 'Shikayose'／Tobihino

Manju Festival／Rin-jinja Shrine

Confectioners from throughout Japan offer their signature sweets to the gods.

Central Area

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Hari Tea Time Resort Station（Hari T・R・S）

A rest area at the Hari Interchange where the Meihan National Highway meets National Route 369.

Eastern Area

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Hari Tea Time Resort Station（Hari T・R・S）

Masakizaka (Kenzen) Dojo

Famous one-eyed Yagyu Jubei trained about 10,000 samurai disciples at the beginning of the Edo era.

Eastern Area

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