Nara City Tourism Association

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

• Central Area

Welcoming all guests to give a sneak peek of mother deer and her babies.

• Central Area

• Central Area

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

• Western Area

Please stop by during your stroll around Naramachi.

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

World Heritage Site: Japan's first Buddhist temple is located in the heart of Naramachi.

• Central Area

One of the Seven Prominent Temples of Nara

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

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

• Central Area

The museum named for the renowned Nara photographer, Taikichi Irie

• Central Area

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

• Western Area

Main gate of Heijo Palace (Restored)

• Western Area

• Western Area

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

• Eastern Area

The most distinguished temple in western Nara.

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

• Central Area

Celebrating the birthday of Gautama Buddha

• Central Area

Museum surrounded by a naturally rich cultural garden

• Western Area

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

• Central Area