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Around Nara
Nara Top 10
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![AN ANCIENT ART]( "AN ANCIENT ART")
1AN ANCIENT ART
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![Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple]( "Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple")
2Mount Shigi and Chogosonshi-ji Temple
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![Nara Ikimono Museum]( "Nara Ikimono Museum")
3Nara Ikimono Museum
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![A Rabbit’s Wisdom in Nara]( "A Rabbit’s Wisdom in Nara")
4A Rabbit’s Wisdom in Nara
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![Discovering the Charms of Ikaruga, Nara]( "Discovering the Charms of Ikaruga, Nara")
5Discovering the Charms of Ikaruga, Nara
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![Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho]( "Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho")
6Maximizing the Fun in Ikaruga-Cho
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![A Journey to West Nara]( "A Journey to West Nara")
7A Journey to West Nara
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![Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List]( "Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List")
8Historic Nara Sites Aim to Join UNESCO List
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![Nara Kingyo Museum]( "Nara Kingyo Museum")
9Nara Kingyo Museum
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![NIPPONIA Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu]( "NIPPONIA Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu")
10NIPPONIA Tawaramoto Maruto Shoyu
Accommodation
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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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![Nara Tokae Lantern Festival]( "Nara Tokae Lantern Festival")
3Nara Tokae Lantern Festival
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![Yamayaki Festival]( "Yamayaki Festival")
4Yamayaki Festival
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![Setsubun Mantoro]( "Setsubun Mantoro")
5Setsubun Mantoro
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![Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri]( "Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri")
6Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri
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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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![Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara]( "Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara")
8Tōdai-ji, Deer, and Gardens in Nara
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![Oni Fest on Mt. Yoshino]( "Oni Fest on Mt. Yoshino")
9Oni Fest on Mt. Yoshino
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![Cosmos at the Fujiwara Palace Ruins]( "Cosmos at the Fujiwara Palace Ruins")
10Cosmos at the Fujiwara Palace Ruins
Kashihara
Upcoming Nara Events
Activities
Cosmos at the Fujiwara Palace Ruins 2025
The ruins of Fujiwara Palace in Nara are home to a range of great flower events throughout the year, and throughout October pink..
Activities
Cosmos at Hannyaji Temple 2025
Nara's Hannyaji Temple is often referred to as the "Cosmos Temple" for good reason - there are approximately 150,000 cosmos..
Culture
Kasuga Wakamiya On-Matsuri 2025
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.
Japanese
A Gift of Food from Nara
Allie TanNara has a long and rich history, and it shows in the amazing variety of food unique to the area.
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
Culture
Nara Ikimono Museum
Kim BergströmThe Japanese word ikimono translates to living creatures in English, and the soon-to-open Nara Ikimono Museum will allow visit..
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Accommodation
Neold in Yoshino, Nara
Masa DanovitzA collection of photos and my personal reflection from my visit to the Neold estate.