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 large temple complex boasts a magnificent ancient hall

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 temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

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

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

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

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

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

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

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

A relaxing spot above the pond

Worshipers are charmed by the many flowers and large Kannon statue

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

Encounter the Man’yoshu and plants from time immemorial