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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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![Kashihara Jingu]( "Kashihara Jingu")
1Kashihara Jingu
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![Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho]( "Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho")
2Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho
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![Nara's God of Ice]( "Nara's God of Ice")
3Nara's God of Ice
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![Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple]( "Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple")
4Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple
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![Kasuga Forest, Nara]( "Kasuga Forest, Nara")
5Kasuga Forest, Nara
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![The First Emperor of Japan]( "The First Emperor of Japan")
6The First Emperor of Japan
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![Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki]( "Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki")
7Super Hotel Lohas JR Nara Eki
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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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![Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho]( "Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho")
9Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho
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![Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage]( "Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage")
10Nara-Yamato Pilgrimage
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![Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou]( "Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou")
1Mochi Pounding at Nakatanidou
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![Todaiji Temple in Nara]( "Todaiji Temple in Nara")
2Todaiji Temple in Nara
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![The First Emperor of Japan]( "The First Emperor of Japan")
3The First Emperor of Japan
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![Nara City]( "Nara City")
4Nara City
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![Nara Tokae Lantern Festival]( "Nara Tokae Lantern Festival")
5Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
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![Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony]( "Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony")
6Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
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![Nara's Tsubosaka Temple]( "Nara's Tsubosaka Temple")
7Nara's Tsubosaka Temple
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![The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine]( "The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine")
8The Stone Lanterns of Kasuga Shrine
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![Kofukuji Temple in Nara]( "Kofukuji Temple in Nara")
9Kofukuji Temple in Nara
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![Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara]( "Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara")
10Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara
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Upcoming Nara Events
Culture
Nara Deer Antler-Cutting Ceremony
A traditional antler-cutting ceremony takes place every October in Nara.
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Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri
Traditional 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..
Latest Nara Reports
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Horyu-ji Temple, Nara
Lily TakiHoryu-ji Temple in Ikaruga Town, Nara is famous for being the oldest wooden building in the world. Under the name of 'Buddhist..
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Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple
Gary LuscombeChogosonshi-ji, commonly known as Shigisan, is a mountain temple in Nara Prefecture dedicated to the God of War. The history of..
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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.