Culture Horyuji Temple 5 (1 Review) Horyuji (法隆寺) is the oldest temple located in Nara prefecture and was established in the Asuka Period over 1,300 years ago. In December of 1993, ..
Culture Todaiji 4.7 (3 Reviews) Todaiji, also known as the Great Eastern Temple, was originally constructed in 752 at the behest of Emperor Shomu and was designated to be the head of..
Culture Machiya Houses in Imai-Cho Alena Eckelmann White plastered walls, tiled roofs and dark-wood latticed windows, these were the trademarks of the merchant houses in wealthy..
Activities Hands-on Sushi School in Yamazoe Cathy Cawood Yamazoe Village in Nara is the birthplace of Japanese culture. It is also the location of hands-on sushi school Ichiban Oishii..
Activities The Azaleas of Mount Katsuragi Guillaume Doré Take a hike to see the Azalea blooms at Mount Katsuragi in the month of May.
Activities Sakura on Mount Yoshino Amanda Ho A part of the "Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range", and designated as part of a UNESCO World Heritage..
12 Activities Winter in Yoshinoyama Alena Eckelmann Yoshino Mountain in snow looks beautiful, and there won't be swarms of tourists. Come on a cold winter weekend and enjoy a hike..
Activities Cycling Nara Bonson Lam Part of the charm of visiting the ancient capital of Nara is to slow down to the pace of life here. When you put off the stresses..