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

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

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


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



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

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



Beer festival bringing together all the craft breweries located in Nara

The remains of Heijo-kyo Capital are preserved and displayed under protective roof facilities.

A sermon takes place every year in mid-July at Kikouji Temple during Obon




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

Passing through a large straw hoop to pray for protection against disease.






Memorial service praying for the success of those who soar like a dragon.

The annual festival at Gokokujinja Shrine honors the war dead and prays for peace.

