What You Will Do
Come with us to visit Nara during one day!
We start with the Nara Prefectural Government Office’s rooftop. The panoramic view is fantastic! From there, the guide will show you Todaiji, Kasuga-taisha, and Nara Park. It will be a good way for introduction to begin the day!
We go on a walk then we arrive to Todaiji Temple (8th century), home to Japan’s largest seated Buddha. You will be amazed by its magnificence ! After the temple, we continue our walk to go to Kasuga-Taisha Shrine. Sacred deer are free to come and go. We walk through Nara Park, meeting over 1,200 deer along the way.
Finally, we arrive to Naramachi, the merchant old town, rich in traditional Edo-period architecture. We are also able to visit old houses.
After that day, you will know more about the History of Japan, through Nara Period (8th century) and Edo Period (17-19th century). You will also be full of memory with all these monuments and nature all the way of our trip. Ready to come? We are waiting for you!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
1
Nara Prefectural Office
30 minutes
You can see all over the city from the rooftop.
2
Todai-ji Temple
2 hours
The biggest Buddha of Japon is sitting, waiting for you! His home, Todaiji is the world’s biggest wooden building.
3
Kasuga Grand Shrine
2 hours
Kasuga Taisha is located inside Nara park. You will experience the presence of the Japanese old gods and of their messengers, the cute deer.
4
Nara Park
1 hour
Nara Park is the home of the 1400 shika deer. We meet them when we walk from Kofukuji to Kasuga-taisha. We can even pet them.
5
Naramachi
2 hours
Naramachi is the old town of Nara. Its traditional architecture has not changed from the Meiji era and even before. It is a real pleasure to walk around this district. Walking, we will come back to our starting point.
6
Kofuku-ji Temple
30 minutes
We will walk through Kofukuji, with its high 5 storied pagoda . Fresh air, history and deer everywhere.
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