Best around Nara Spot List

We are a specialty store for Japanese knives. Our multilingual staff will guide you politely. Trial cutting is available.

Take your time and enjoy the traditional Japanese culture of tea ceremony and kimono in a hidden retreat salon away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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

This large temple complex boasts a magnificent ancient hall

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

Experience the world inside the Man'yoshu

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

A mountain-top amusement park with a great view

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.

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 ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

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

A relaxing spot above the pond

A wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

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.

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.

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

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

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