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





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

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


Memorial service for a renowned poet and nobleman, model for the romantic protagonist in The Tales of Ise

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

Famous one-eyed Yagyu Jubei trained about 10,000 samurai disciples at the beginning of the Edo era.

Out of respect for all living creatures, fish will be released back into the water.

The temple, with its deep historical and cultural significance, provides a tranquil and reflective experience.

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

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

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

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

Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara

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

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

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

This museum exhibits works by three generations of Japanese painters: Uemura Shōen, Uemura Shōkō, and Uemura Atsushi.

Repenting the sins of the previous year and praying for good fortune in the new year

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

The roots of Nohgaku: A rare Okinamai dance performed by three Okina performers



The temple serves as the base for Gyoki’s missionary activities, with its main hall said to be the prototype for the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji.


The family temple of the Yagyu clan is a renowned location for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves, overlooking the village of Yagyu.
