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


About 100 precious dolls from the Edo period to the present are on display

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

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




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


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

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.

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

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


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

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


Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara


Join a purification ceremony and the "Mamemaki" event, where roasted beans are thrown to welcome good fortune.

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




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

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

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