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

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

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

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


Guardian deity of Naramachi, established to honor the spirits of Princess Inoue, who died under intriguing accusations.

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




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



Houses precious materials such as nostalgic old signs, artworks, folk materials, and Buddhist statues

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

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

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

The first part of the Yagyu Kaido, an ancient road to a sacred site for samurai swordsmen.




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

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


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

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

The Yagyu Lord's residence and government office were located here.


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

