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

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

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


Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara

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

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


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



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


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

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

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

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


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

The shrine that hosts the annual harvest moon festival (Uneme-matsuri Festival)

Reflects the appearance of a high-ranking samurai's residence from the late Edo period



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


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

