What to do in Nara Prefecture

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Nara Park

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Explore the great outdoors at Nara Park, a lovely green space in Nara. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its temples.
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Find the best Nara Prefecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Naramachi

Unique features of Naramachi include the coffee shops and shopping. Make a stop by Nara Park or Nara City Museum of Photography while you're exploring the area.

A large stone monument with a metal railing on top, surrounded by a paved walkway and grassy areas.

Kōriyama

If you're spending some time in Kōriyama, Koriyama Castle and Hakomotokan Konya Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Imaicho

Travellers like the historical sites in Imaicho, and Imanishi Family Residence is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hashimoto

While Hashimoto isn't home to many top sights, Asuka Historical Museum and Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture are some notable places to visit nearby.

A traditional Japanese temple entrance with stone lion statues, wooden torii gates, and hanging lanterns.

Tatsuta

Though Tatsuta may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nara Kenko Land and Koriyama Castle.

Day trip destinations from Nara Prefecture

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Higashi-osaka

A narrow waterway flanked by cherry blossom trees in full bloom, a stone wall on one side, and a metal fence on the other.
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Yao

A bustling street with neon signs, a tower, and traditional lanterns.

Osaka

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Nara

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Iga

A red bridge spanning a river, surrounded by dense forest and hills.

Matsusaka

A waterfall flowing over moss-covered rocks with scattered autumn leaves.

Nabari

A mountainous landscape with a village nestled among trees, featuring traditional architecture and a prominent temple.

Yoshino