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

A temple associated with Murata Juko, known as the founder of the wabi-cha style of tea ceremony

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


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




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

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

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

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



Thousands of stone lanterns and candles are creating a beautiful and tranquil atmosphere.

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

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


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

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

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



Shoin-zukuri-style traditional residence designated as an Important Cultural Property



