Best around Nara Spot List

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

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

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

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

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

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.

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial

A relaxing spot above the pond

The second-oldest national museum in Japan, located in Nara Park. It boasts the nation's greatest collection of Buddhist art.

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

A wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

An old town house to relax in