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

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

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

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


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

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


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.


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




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

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.

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





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



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


