Tourist spots in Nara
Explore the history of "Nara"
Nara's famous places, temples, shrines and Buddhist temples - must-visit places
Nara has a history of about 1300 years and is home to many buildings and places that have become a spiritual anchor for the Japanese people. Here we will introduce some of these places that you should visit, see, and feel at least once.
Appreciate the culture and art of "Nara"
Approaching the essence of Japanese and Buddhist culture
There are many museums and art galleries in Nara, including the Nara National Museum, which exhibits Buddhist art since the introduction of Buddhism, as well as Japanese and Oriental art. Experience a world of beauty in the birthplace of Japanese culture. The beauty and delicacy from ancient times will lead you to a world of healing.
Enjoy a stroll through the town of "Nara"
Enjoy the time and place in a relaxed atmosphere
Flowers and trees that show different faces with each season, and streets that show different faces depending on the time of day. We will introduce atmospheric walking spots in Nara.
NARA AREA Nara area
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Todaiji Temple, the head temple of the Kegon sect
A representative temple of the Nara period known for its Great Buddha
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "Kintetsu Nara Station (bus)" → Get off at "Todaiji" and walk (about 52 minutes from the hotel) -
Kasugataisha Shrine
The fantastically beautiful "Mantoro"
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "Kintetsu Nara Station" and walk for 13 minutes (about 49 minutes from the hotel) -
Yakushiji Temple
A unique temple complex known as the Hakuho style
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "YAMATO Station" → "Nishinokyo Station" and walk for 3 minutes (approximately 39 minutes from the hotel) -
Toshodaiji Temple
Built by the Chinese monk Ganjin
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "YAMATO Station" → 11-minute walk from "Nishinokyo Station" (approx. 54 minutes from the hotel) -
Nara National Museum
Many masterpieces of Buddhist art, including Buddhist sculptures and paintings, are on display
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "Kintetsu Nara Station" and walk for 13 minutes (about 46 minutes from the hotel) -
THE MUSEUM YAMATO BUNKAKAN
In a quiet environment surrounded by pine forests,
Enjoy Oriental art to your heart's contentAccess From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "Gakuenmae Station" 8-minute walk (approx. 31 minutes from the hotel) -
Shohaku Art Museum
Exhibition of works by three generations of Japanese painters, Uemura Shōen, Shōkō and Junnosuke
Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → "Gakuenmae Station" → Gakuenmae Station [North] (bus) → Get off at Tomigaoka 1-chome (bus) and walk for 7 minutes (about 48 minutes from the hotel) -
Nara Park
Nara Park is a treasure trove of national treasures and world heritage sites. The Great Buddha and deer of Todaiji Temple are synonymous with Nara.
There are many spectacular events and exhibitions that can only be seen in an ancient capital, such as the Todaiji Temple Shunie Ceremony, Kasuga Taisha Lantern Festival, Nara Tokae Ceremony, the Shosoin Exhibition, and the Kasuga Wakamiya Festival. You can also enjoy the colorful flowers that bloom in every season in various places in the park.Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → Get off at "Kintetsu Nara Station" (approx. 33 minutes from the hotel) -
Naramachi
An atmospheric townscape
Located near the World Heritage Site Kofuku-ji Temple, the street that stretches south from Sarusawa-ike Pond is lined with townhouses that retain the atmosphere of the Edo and Meiji periods.
In Naramachi, you can not only enjoy historical buildings such as the Imanishi Shoin and the Fujioka Family Residence (an Important Cultural Property) and the atmosphere of the town, but you can also find museums that have been converted from traditional townhouses, such as the Nara Orient Hall and the Nara Craft Museum, as well as general stores and izakayas.
With sights like these dotted all over the place, strolling around town is so enjoyable you'll lose track of time.Access From the hotel → "Osaka Uehommachi Station" → Get off at "Kintetsu Nara Station" → Kintetsu Nara Station (bus) → Fukuchiincho (bus) (about 43 minutes from the hotel)
