Best around Nara Spot List

Experience the world inside the Man'yoshu

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

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

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.

An ancient temple supported by common people

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.

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

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.

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

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

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

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

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

An old town house to relax in