📝 Articles about Nara
Nara Day Trip: Great Buddha, Friendly Deer & Ancient Temples
Home to a monumental Great Buddha, lantern-lined shrines and free-roaming deer, Nara is a …
Kamokimi-no-yu
A natural day spa in a Gose grove, with open-air baths and a sauna where families can rela…
Horai Onsen at Nara Park Hotel
One of few natural springs in Nara city, with a gentle open-air bath open to day visitors …
Shigisan Onsen at Shigisan Kanko Hotel
A natural spring on the slopes of Mount Shigi, with a scenic bath to rest after a temple v…
Yurara-no-yu Nara
A natural day spa in Nara city, with one of Kansais largest open-air baths and a stone sau…
Shionoha Onsen Yamabato-yu
A thousand-year hidden spring deep in Kawakami, famous for thick brown water and mineral-c…
Tenkawa Onsen Center
A village-run day bath near Tenkawa Daibenzaiten shrine, with a wood-scented bathhouse and…
Dorogawa Onsen
A spring in a mountain ascetics village at the foot of Mount Omine, with an atmospheric to…
Kamiyu Onsen Shinyuso and Kawara-no-yu
A hidden spring deep in Okuyoshino, with a large open-air bath built right by the riverbed…
Tosenji Onsen Taki-no-yu
The oldest spring in Totsukawa, with a riverside open-air bath, sulfur-scented water and a…
Totsukawa Onsen Iori-no-yu
A riverside public bath in Totsukawa with free-flowing spring water, a footbath and a drin…
Naramachi Old Town Stroll Course Lattice Houses and Local Crafts
A half day plan walking Naramachi where lattice town houses remain. Take in Gangoji, craft…
Yoshinoyama Cherry Blossom Day Course Kinpusenji and the Thousand Cherry Trees
From Kintetsu Yoshino Station to Kinpusenji and sweeping cherry blossom views. A spring da…
Asuka and Kashihara Ancient History Cycling Course Ishibutai and Stone Relics
Ride a rental cycle through the Asuka countryside past tombs, mysterious stone relics and …
Nishinokyo and Ikaruga World Heritage Course Yakushiji Toshodaiji Horyuji
From Yakushiji and Toshodaiji to Horyuji, a calm one day course savoring ancient temple ar…
Nara Park One Day Course Todaiji Kasuga Taisha and Deer
A classic one day walking plan from Kintetsu Nara Station around the Great Buddha, shrines…
Persimmon Sweets: Treats Starring Nara Famous Kaki
Dried persimmon, kaki pies and more from a top persimmon region.…
Yamato Vegetables: Nara Traditional and New Produce
Distinctive Nara vegetables from heirloom greens to round eggplant.…
Daibutsu Pudding: Nara Charming Souvenir Pudding
A smooth custard pudding in a jar adorned with the Great Buddha.…
Yoshino Kuzu: The Pure Arrowroot of Yoshino
Traditional Yoshino arrowroot shaping smooth kuzukiri and kuzumochi.…
Asuka-nabe: The Milk Hot Pot of Asuka Village
Chicken and vegetables simmered in a mellow milk broth in Asuka.…
Yamato Beef: Nara Storied Black Wagyu
Nara black wagyu prized for fine marbling and melting flavor.…
Yamato Pork: Nara Pride of Brand Pork
Nara brand pork prized for fine texture and sweet, rich fat.…
Yamato-cha: Aromatic Tea of the Nara Highlands
Historic green tea grown in the Nara highlands with deep umami.…
Chagayu: Nara Gentle Tea Porridge
A light rice porridge simmered in roasted tea, Nara soul food.…
Narazuke: Nara Time-Honored Sake Lees Pickles
Gourds and cucumbers slowly steeped in sake lees for a deep aroma.…
Hirose Taisha: An Old Shrine of Kawai Where You Pray to the Water Deity for Good Harvests (Nara)
In Kawai Town, Hirose Taisha is a celebrated shrine listed in the Engishiki, enshrining th…
Kagamitsukuri Shrine: An Old Shrine of Tawaramoto Where You Pray to the Mirror Deity for Skill and Beauty (Nara)
In Tawaramoto Town, Kagamitsukuri Shrine is an old shrine listed in the Engishiki, revered…
Ryuchin Falls: A Hidden Power Spot in Uda Where the Dragon God Dwells in a Glowing Blue Basin (Nara)
In Uda City, Ryuchin Falls is a mountain-stream waterfall at Ryuchin Shrine, which enshrin…
Shigisan Chogosonshiji: A Wealth and Victory Power Spot Greeted by a Giant Papier-Mache Tiger (Nara)
In Ikoma-gun, Shigisan Chogosonshiji is an old temple of Mount Shigi enshrining Bishamonte…
Abe Monjuin: A Wisdom and Exam Success Power Spot, the Foremost of Japans Three Monju Sites (Nara)
In Sakurai City, Abe Monjuin is an old temple known as the foremost of Japans three Monju …
Kuehiko Shrine: An Academic Success Power Spot of Miwa Where You Pray to the Wise Owl (Nara)
In Sakurai City, Kuehiko Shrine is a branch shrine of Omiwa Shrine enshrining the deity of…
Sai Shrine: A Healing Power Spot of Medicinal Water at the Climbing Gate of Mount Miwa (Nara)
In Sakurai City, Sai Shrine is a subordinate shrine of Omiwa Shrine, sitting at the climbi…
Murou Ryuketsu Shrine: A Matchmaking and Rain-Praying Power Spot in a Valley Where the Dragon God Dwells (Nara)
In Uda City, Murou Ryuketsu Shrine is an old shrine enshrining the dragon god. Known for t…
Tenkawa Daibenzaiten Shrine: A Power Spot in Tenkawa Where the Goddess of Arts and Wealth Calls You (Nara)
In Tenkawa Village, Tenkawa Daibenzaiten Shrine is an old shrine counted as the foremost o…
Tamaki Shrine: A Fortune Power Spot on a Sacred Peak Reached Only by Those Who Are Called (Nara)
In Totsukawa Village, Tamaki Shrine is the inner shrine of the three Kumano grand shrines,…
Nara Winter Travel 2026: Mt. Wakakusa Yamayaki, Kasuga Shrine & Muroji
奈良の冬の楽しみ方を紹介。若草山焼き・春日大社・室生寺など、冬ならではの体験が待っています。…
Nara Autumn Foliage 2026: Mt. Yoshino, Muroji & Tanzan Shrine
奈良の紅葉スポットを厳選紹介。吉野山・談山神社・室生寺など、秋の絶景をお楽しみください。…
Nara Cherry Blossom Guide: Best Sakura Spots
Discover the most beautiful cherry blossom spots in Nara. Spring sakura viewing guide with…
Nara Local Gourmet Guide: Kakinoha Sushi (Persimmon Leaf Sushi)
Discover Nara''s unique local cuisine including 柿の葉寿司. A food lover''s guide to the best l…
Rainy Day in Nara: Best Indoor Spots & Activities
Don't let the rain stop you in Nara! Discover top indoor attractions including 奈良国立博物館, 興福…
Nara Food Guide: Kakinoha Sushi, Miwa Somen & Nara Pickles
Nara's ancient food traditions include the elegant pressed kakinoha sushi, the thousand-ye…
Nara Park Deer: 1300 Years of Coexistence Symbolizing Japan's Nara
About 1,200 wild deer live in Nara Park, a unique Japanese spot where tourists can freely …
Kasuga Taisha: World Heritage Ancient Shrine with Fantastical Ten Thousand Lanterns
Kasuga Taisha in Nara City is the head shrine of 3,000 Kasuga shrines nationwide and a UNE…
Mt. Yoshino: Japan's Premier Cherry Blossom Spot and Sacred Site of Shugendo
Mt. Yoshino in Yoshino-cho, Nara, is Japan's premier cherry blossom spot with 30,000 cherr…
Horyuji: Buddhist Sacred Site with the World's Oldest Wooden Buildings
Horyuji in Ikaruga-cho, Nara, is a temple built by Prince Shotoku in 607 housing the world…
Asuka: Historical Journey Touring the Center of Japan's Ancient Civilization
Asuka Village in Nara is the birthplace of Japan's ancient civilization where Asuka-kyo wa…
Nakatanidou Yomogi Mochi: Nara's Specialty Ultra-Fast Mochi Pounding Performance
Nakatanidou in Nara City's Higashimuki Shopping Street is a yomogi mochi (mugwort rice cak…
Tanzan Shrine: Ancient Mountain Shrine in Nara Mountains with Blazing Autumn Foliage
Tanzan Shrine in Tonomine, Sakurai City, Nara, is an ancient shrine enshrining Fujiwara no…
Omizutori: Rigorous Training Continuing Over 1260 Years at Todaiji's Nigatsu-do Hall
The "Omizutori (Shuni-e)" held at Todaiji's Nigatsu-do Hall from March 1-14 annually is a …
Mt. Omine and Shugendo: Sacred Site of Japan's Most Difficult Mountain Training
Mt. Omine spanning Nara, Wakayama, and Mie is a training sacred site opened by Shugendo fo…
Miwa Somen: Hand-Stretched Somen Noodles Born in Japan's Oldest Noodle Making Area
The Miwa district of Sakurai City, Nara, is said to be Japan's oldest noodle making area a…
Yakushiji: World Heritage Hakuho Complex and Sacred Site of Xuanzang
Yakushiji in Nishinokyo, Nara City, is a World Heritage ancient temple founded by Emperor …
Naramachi: Historic Urban District of Nara Where Edo Period Streetscapes Remain
Naramachi in central Nara City is a historic residential area with Edo to Meiji period tow…
Kofukuji: Clan Temple of the Fujiwara and Nara's Symbol Five-Story Pagoda
Kofukuji at the center of Nara City is a World Heritage site founded in 710 as the clan te…
Imai Town: "Little Kyoto of Yamato" with Japan's Largest Scale Edo Period Streetscapes
Imai Town in Kashihara City, Nara, is Japan's largest scale historic settlement with over …
Wakakusayama Burning: Traditional Mountain Burning Event Coloring Nara's Winter
The Wakakusayama burning held on Mt. Wakakusa in Nara City every January is a spectacular …
Nishi no Kyo: World Heritage Temple District Where Toshodaiji and Yakushiji Stand Side by Side
The "Nishi no Kyo" area in western Nara City has two neighboring World Heritage temples: T…
Persimmon Leaf Sushi: Preserved Food Culture Born in Nara's Mountain Areas
Persimmon leaf sushi from Yoshino-Gojo area in southern Nara is a traditional Nara preserv…
Chogakuji and Byakugoji: Ancient Temple Tour Walking Nara's Yamanobe-no-michi
Along Nara's oldest official road "Yamanobe-no-michi," ancient history sites including Iso…
Nara Traditional Crafts: Artisan Culture Breathing with 1300 Years of History
Nara is a land that has cultivated many traditional crafts as an ancient capital. Traditio…
Heijo Palace: UNESCO World Heritage Site Where Nara Period Capital Lives Again
Heijo Palace Ruins in central Nara is the site of the imperial palace of Nara, Japan's cap…
Nara Park Deer and Todaiji Great Buddha — World Heritage Sightseeing in Ancient Nara
Meet the friendly free-roaming deer of Nara Park and stand before the awe-inspiring Great …
Mt. Miwa — Japan's Oldest Power Spot, the Sacred Body of Omiwa Shrine
Hike the sacred Mt. Miwa, the divine body of Omiwa Shrine, considered Japan's oldest power…
Kasuga Taisha — The World Heritage Shrine Protecting Ancient Nara
Explore Kasuga Taisha, the UNESCO World Heritage shrine of Nara, famous for thousands of s…
Asuka and Asukamura — The Ancient Romance of Japan's Dawn of Civilization
Cycle through Asukamura village, the birthplace of Japanese civilization, exploring ancien…