Best around Nara Spot List

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

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

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.

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

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 sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage 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.

Enjoy the Japanese architecture in the elegant drawing room

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

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.

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

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

This large temple complex boasts a magnificent ancient hall

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

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.

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

An old town house to relax in

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

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