Best around Nara, Ikoma, Tenri Spot List

A relaxing spot above the pond

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

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

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.

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen

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.

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

There is a wide selection of popular home appliances. A store with a passport reader. All items are duty free.

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.

Enjoy the Japanese architecture in the elegant drawing room

A relaxing shop where you can enjoy views of Mount Wakakusa from the window

Sumptuous original dishes made with real arrowroot

The new standard in Nara's souvenirs

Hearty and healthy meals with black rice

Specialty waffles made using only the finest ingredients

Taste Nara’s best foods

Exclusive for International Visitors! Enjoy Kintetsu Department Store with Tax-Free Shopping & Special Discount Coupons

Legend has it that the temple buildings were built by Emperor Shomu. In addition to the exquisite Kamakura-Period-style Romon Gate (National Treasure) facing the old road, there is a Kamakura-Period-style thirteen-story pagoda (Important Cultural Property) towering at the center of the temple grounds. The temple is also famous for its cosmos flowers.

This is a branch store of a nationwide sock chain. At the Nara Konishi-dori store, you can buy unique and original socks named ”Shika-chan” socks, which were designed by the store’s staff and a young designer in Nara. Various colors and designs are available, including a design featuring cute Bambi lying on the grass.