Best around Nara Spot List

“Cafe”, “Children's playground”, “Campsites”, “Barbecue areas”, “Sunken hearth hut restaurant” surrounded by nature

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

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.

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

Enjoy the Japanese architecture in the elegant drawing room

This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

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

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

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

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

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

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

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

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

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.