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Nara
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Things to do in Nara
Around Nara
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![Hōryūji Temple in Nara]( "Hōryūji Temple in Nara")
1Hōryūji Temple in Nara
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![Todaiji Temple in Nara]( "Todaiji Temple in Nara")
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![Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara]( "Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara")
3Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara
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![Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside]( "Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside")
4Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashihara Countryside
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![Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho]( "Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho")
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![One Day in Nara Park]( "One Day in Nara Park")
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![Nara's God of Ice]( "Nara's God of Ice")
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![Kasuga Forest, Nara]( "Kasuga Forest, Nara")
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![Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage]( "Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage")
9Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage
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![Hands-on Sushi School in Yamazoe]( "Hands-on Sushi School in Yamazoe")
10Hands-on Sushi School in Yamazoe
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![Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou]( "Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou")
1Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou
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![Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho]( "Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho")
2Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho
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![Todaiji Temple in Nara]( "Todaiji Temple in Nara")
3Todaiji Temple in Nara
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![Nara Tokae Lantern Festival]( "Nara Tokae Lantern Festival")
4Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
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![Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony]( "Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony")
5Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
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![Nara Tokae Lantern Festival]( "Nara Tokae Lantern Festival")
6Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
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![The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine]( "The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine")
7The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine
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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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![Hiking the Yagyu Kaido]( "Hiking the Yagyu Kaido")
10Hiking the Yagyu Kaido
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Upcoming Nara Events
Culture
Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
Bryan BaierA traditional antler-cutting ceremony takes place every October in Nara.
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Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri
Japan TravelTraditional performing arts can be enjoyed at this annual festival held since the 12th century.
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.
Cafe
Cafe Wakakusa in Nara
Anne LauenrothEnjoy crêpes and cappuccino in the global-minded Cafe Wakakusa near Higashimuki Shopping Arcade and Nara Park.
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..
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Transportation
Michimo Nissan Electric Car Rental & Drive In Kashi...
Sébastien DuvalRent a Michimo Nissan electric car and drive in Kashihara countryside to see where the first emperor of Japan was crowned and entombed,..
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Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho
Alena EckelmannWhite plastered walls, tiled roofs and dark-wood latticed windows, these were the trademarks of the merchant houses in wealthy..
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One Day in Nara Park
Elena LisinaJust one day spent in Nara Park can create a lot of impressions from its beautiful gardens, old temples and the special atmosphere..