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

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.

A temple with strings of ”monkey charms”

This ancient temple contains the history of the Southern Dynasty

Some of Japan's best, gently colored cherry blossoms

A wall painting of a beautiful woman was discovered here

A little-known temple hidden deep in the mountains

This imposing temple serves as a center for Shugendo asceticism

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

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

This sacred primeval forest is registered as a world heritage site

An ancient temple supported by common people

A relaxing spot above the pond

An exhibition and shop of items unique to Nara

Beloved Buddha artifacts inside the school of Heijo Palace

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

This ancient temple was erected by Empress Komyo

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.