Best around Nara Spot List

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.

One of Nara’s most famous gardens

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

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

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.

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

A relaxing spot above the pond

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

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

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.

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

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

A temple built upon the request of Emperor Tenmu during the Hakuho Period. Reconstructed in recent years, the temple structures showcase beautiful, vibrant colors.

There is a wide selection of popular home appliances. A store with a passport reader. All items are duty free.

This large temple complex boasts a magnificent ancient hall

Enjoy the Japanese architecture in the elegant drawing room

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

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 wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

This Buddhist school was established by the Chinese monk Jianzhen