Temples & Shrines Big Buddha's Legacy in Nara Anonymous Throughout many centuries, a pair of eyes have taken care of Nara. They belong to Big Buddha (Daibutsu), the biggest bronze Buddha..
Culture Wisteria Season in Nara Jaime Wong Wisteria viewing during Golden Week holidays in May, in the quiet city of Nara.
Historical Half-day Walking Tours in Yamato-Saidaiji/Heijo Pal... Paul Hackshaw Half-day walking tours around Hokke-ji, Uwanabe Kofun, Heijo Palace site and Akishinodera, Toshodaiji, Yakushiji temple
Culture Ikebana flower exhibition in Nara Paul Hackshaw Ikebana is the art of beautifully arranging cut stems, leaves, and flowers in vases and other containers that evolved in Japan over..
Culture Free Shodo, Calligraphy Experiences Bryan Baier Free Shodo, Calligraphy Experiences at the NARA Visitor Center & Inn in Nara
Historical Heijo Palace Site Paul Hackshaw See the site of he former Imperial Palace, seat of the original Japanese government
Museums Nara National Museum Karen Zheng Perhaps it is the simplicity of layout and presentation at Nara National Museum that allows one to absorb new knowledge easily...