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Step into Japan's first capital and discover Nara's timeless charm through its World Heritage sites, friendly deer, hands-on traditions, and authentic flavors. This small-group tour includes a short furoshiki wrapping workshop — take home your own cloth.
Explore must-see UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Todai-ji Temple and KasugaTaisha Shrine.
・Meet and interact with Nara's famous free-roaming deer in Nara Park
・Join a hands-on furoshiki wrapping workshop and take home your own furoshiki
・Enjoy a traditional Japanese lunch featuring freshly cooked rice and seasonal vegetables from Nara
・Small-group tour for a more personal and relaxed experience
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
It is located in Kintestu Nara station. The closest exit is Kintetsu Nara station's east exit number 2.
We will finish the tour around the shopping district that easy to access JR Nara station, or Kintetsu Nara station.
Itinerary
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Kasuga Taisha is a famous Shinto shrine located in Nara, Japan. It was built in 768 and is known for its many bronze and stone lanterns, which are lit during special festivals. The shrine is surrounded by a beautiful forest and deer, which are considered sacred. Kasuga Taisha is an important cultural and historical site and part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Nara.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
Tamukeyama Hachimangu is a small Shinto shrine in Nara, Japan. It was built in 749 to protect the nearby Great Buddha Hall of Todai-ji Temple. The shrine is dedicated to Hachiman, the god of war and protection. Surrounded by nature, it is a peaceful place with historical importance.
Admission ticket free -
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Nigatsudo is a historic hall located at Todai-ji Temple in Nara, Japan. It is famous for the Omizutori (Water-Drawing) ceremony held every March, which is over 1,250 years old. The hall offers a beautiful view of Nara city and is known for its wooden balcony and peaceful atmosphere.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Todai-ji is a famous Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. It was built in the 8th century and is home to the Great Buddha, one of the largest bronze statues in the world. The temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an important cultural landmark.
40 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4
We will have a lunch here, and also Furoshiki experience
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
Naramachi Nigiwai-no-Ie is a historic townhouse in the old Naramachi district of Nara. Built in 1917 by an antique dealer, it’s now a Registered Tangible Cultural Property.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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