Best around Nara Spot List

Take your time and enjoy the traditional Japanese culture of tea ceremony and kimono in a hidden retreat salon away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

We are a specialty store for Japanese knives. Our multilingual staff will guide you politely. Trial cutting is available.

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

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

Reproduction of the center of the ancient capital, Nara. Daigokuden (Council Hall in the Imperial Palace) and gardens line up in this vast historical site.

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.

Experience the world inside the Man'yoshu

A relaxing spot above the pond

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty

One of Nara’s most famous gardens

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 tomb is sealed by a giant rock weighing 2,300 tons

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

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

An old town house to relax in

Known for its relation to the Fujiwara clan, this shrine boasts spectacular views of autumn foliage