Departing from Osaka, this one-day tour takes you to the World Heritage Site Todaiji Temple to admire the majestic Great Buddha, to Nara Park to meet the friendly deer, and to Naramachi for a relaxing walk through its charming alleys. Enjoy the beauty of the four seasons and the serene atmosphere of the ancient capital — a perfect tour for first-time visitors to Nara.
Todaiji Temple, built in the Nara period to pray for the nation’s peace, is registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site as part of the “Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara.” It enshrines the Great Buddha of Nara within the Great Buddha Hall—one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Originally completed in 751 and twice lost to fire, the present hall dates from 1709. Step into this vast space to feel its history, faith, and awe-inspiring scale.
Located next to Todaiji Temple, Nara Park is a spacious area filled with historic temples and ponds, where deer roam freely. With its beautiful scenery that changes with the seasons, it is one of Nara’s most iconic destinations.
This area escaped the destruction of war, preserving the traditional townscape of old Nara. Many of the historic townhouses have been stylishly renovated into galleries, restaurants, and shops, blending history with modern charm.
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