Best around Nara Spot List

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

This sacred primeval forest is registered 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.

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

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.

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

An ancient temple supported by common people

Located at the birthplace of sumo, this museum offers a chance to explore the history of the sport. It features a full-size sumo ring and a collection of about 12,000 sumo-related artifacts.

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

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen

A relaxing spot above the pond

One of Nara’s most famous gardens

A beautiful Japanese inn that has maintained its traditional appearance and hospitality

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

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

An old town house to relax in

Taste Nara’s best foods

Specialty waffles made using only the finest ingredients

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