Nara City Tourism Association

Old charms and amulets are burned in a grand ceremony

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

The museum named for the renowned Nara photographer, Taikichi Irie

• 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

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Central Area

Main gate of Heijo Palace (Restored)

• Western Area

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

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

• Western Area

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

• Western Area

The most distinguished temple in western Nara.

• Western Area

Heart-shaped hosen fans dancing in the air

• Western Area

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

• Western 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

Memorial service to celebrate the birthday of Buddha.

• Central Area

Temple of woman's protection and realignment of relationship

• 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

Offering roses and praying for happiness

• Western Area

• Eastern Area

The Buddhist memorial service that became the origin of Hina dolls

• Western Area

Reflects the appearance of a high-ranking samurai's residence from the late Edo period

• Eastern Area

The Imperial Villa Garden Site

• Western Area

• Central Area

Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara

• Central Area

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

• Eastern Area

Enjoy the beautiful plum blossoms in the valley.

• Eastern Area