Best around Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Spot List

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

The head shrine of all the Kasuga-jinja shrines all over Japan, it is located on Mt. Mikasa, which has been treated as a sacred area since ancient times. In 2018, the shrine commemorated its 1,250th anniversary.

A city park famed as a sightseeing spot representing Nara. World Heritage sites such as Todai-ji Temple, Kofuku-ji Temple and Kasuga-taisha Shrine are close to each other.

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

Immerse yourself in the world of this photographer who loved the Yamato path

An ancient temple supported by common people

A temple built upon the request of Emperor Tenmu during the Hakuho Period. Reconstructed in recent years, the temple structures showcase beautiful, vibrant colors.

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

The graceful standing statue of Gigeiten is a must-see attraction

Nara's symbol, the world's largest bronze statue of Rushana Daibutsu is seated in the Great Buddha Hall located in the vast grounds. The temple has been designated as a World Heritage site.

The second-oldest national museum in Japan, located in Nara Park. It boasts the nation's greatest collection of Buddhist art.

A museum where visitors can see the various works and crafts created by the people of the old capital of Nara.

A large temple in Nara featuring many structures that illustrate the culture from the Tempyo Period. It is designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen

Enjoy the Japanese architecture in the elegant drawing room

A great view overlooking the the Five Storied Pagoda of Kofukuji Temple