Nara City Tourism Association

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

Vast grassy area of Kasugataisha Shrine where herds of deer playing freely

• Central Area

• Western Area

The most distinguished temple in western Nara.

• Western Area

Enjoy traditional Bugaku and Gagaku court music and dance!

• Central Area

Main gate of Heijo Palace (Restored)

• Western Area

Heart-shaped hosen fans dancing in the air

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

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

• Eastern Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

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

• Western Area

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

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

Memorial service to celebrate the birthday of Buddha.

• Central Area

The ancient capital's nights are illuminated with fantastic lights

• Central Area

Offering roses and praying for happiness

• Western Area

Sanctuary within the city

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

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.

• Western Area

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

• Western Area

Located on the mountainside of Mount Kokuzo in the middle of Yamanobe Kitamichi, commonly known as "Takahi no Kokuzo-san."

• Central Area

The Imperial Villa Garden Site

• Western Area

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

• Western Area

• Central Area