Best around Nara Spot List

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

A beautiful mountain overlooking the city of Nara

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

An old town house to relax in

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

An ancient temple supported by common people

A temple associated with Heian-era poet Ariwara no Narihara

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

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

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.

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 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

One of Nara’s most famous gardens

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

Experience the world inside the Man'yoshu

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

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

Learn about Nara's traditional crafts