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Nara
Japan's ancient capital delivers on culture
Top Attractions in Nara
Around Nara
Nara Top 10
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![Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki]( "Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki")
1Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki
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![Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho]( "Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho")
2Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho
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![Hōryūji Temple in Nara]( "Hōryūji Temple in Nara")
3Hōryūji Temple in Nara
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![Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho]( "Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho")
4Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho
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![One Day in Nara Park]( "One Day in Nara Park")
5One Day in Nara Park
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![Kashihara Jingu]( "Kashihara Jingu")
6Kashihara Jingu
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![The First Emperor of Japan]( "The First Emperor of Japan")
7The First Emperor of Japan
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![Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside]( "Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside")
8Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside
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![Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara]( "Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara")
9Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara
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![Todaiji Temple in Nara]( "Todaiji Temple in Nara")
10Todaiji Temple in Nara
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![Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou]( "Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou")
1Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou
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![Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony]( "Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony")
2Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
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![Todaiji Temple in Nara]( "Todaiji Temple in Nara")
3Todaiji Temple in Nara
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![Hōryūji Temple in Nara]( "Hōryūji Temple in Nara")
4Hōryūji Temple in Nara
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![Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara]( "Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara")
5Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara
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![Nara Tokae Lantern Festival]( "Nara Tokae Lantern Festival")
6Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
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![Nara City]( "Nara City")
7Nara City
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![Hiking the Yagyu Kaido]( "Hiking the Yagyu Kaido")
8Hiking the Yagyu Kaido
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![The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine]( "The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine")
9The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine
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![Practicing Shugendo on Mt. Omine]( "Practicing Shugendo on Mt. Omine")
10Practicing Shugendo on Mt. Omine
Activities
Upcoming Nara Events
Culture
Nyaramachi Neko Art Festival
Nyaramachi Neko Art Festival celebrates cats and cat-inspired artwork throughout June.
Where to eat in Nara
Food
Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou
Cheryl MuiHave your mochi pounded at breakneck speed by champion mochi-making experts before eating it fresh and warm on the spot.
Places to stay in Nara
Accommodation
Rice Terrace Villa Sasayuri-ann
Geoff DayAn ancient paradise beyond memory, Sasayuri-Ann in Nara Prefecture is the perfect combination of Japaneses style and luxurious..
Accommodation
Sasayuri-ann - Rice Terrace Villa
Branded as an ancient paradise beyond memory, Sasayuri-ann in Nara Prefecture is a unique lodging with rich history and fascinating..
Bed & Breakfast
Hotel Wellness Asukaji
Hotel Wellness Asukaji is a typical Japanese BBB (Bed, Bath and Breakfast). This conveniently located hotel just off of Nara Park..
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Culture
Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho
Ikaruga-cho is a town in Nara Prefecture. It’s most famous for Horyuji Temple, home of the world’s oldest wooden buildings.
Culture
Kashihara Jingu
Gary LuscombeKashihara Jingu is a shrine dedicated to the very first Emperor of Japan and sits close to where his palace is thought to have been...
Accommodation
Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki
Elena LisinaSuper Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki is located right near JR Nara Station and saves a lot of time as is very easy to find. Besides all..