Todai-ji is a Buddhist temple complex whose main building is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. Built in the mid-8th century by order of the emperor with donations from all over the country, the temple features the biggest bronze statue of Buddha in Japan. Almost all the bronze produced in Japan at the time was used to cast the colossal sculpture. The complex also has several unique wooden structures, including the giant Nandaimon Gate with the famous Nio guard figures, the Bell Tower, and Nigatsu-do Hall. The entire complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Nara One Day Tour “Ancient Beauty”
Nara sightseeing tour: Todaiji Temple and its Great Buddha Hall → Kasuga Shrine with thousands of stone lanterns → Nara deer Park
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Dates
- One Day Tour
Duration
- 8 hours
Price
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Daily itinerary
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Nara One Day Tour (any time of the year)
Welcome to Nara, a city rich in history and natural beauty!
We'll start our tour at Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most iconic landmarks. Be awed by the colossal Great Buddha inside the Daibutsuden Hall and explore the serene surroundings of Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely.
Next, we'll visit Kasuga Shrine, a sacred Shinto shrine nestled within Nara Park. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you stroll through the ancient cedar forest and admire the hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns that line the paths.
We'll continue our adventure in Nara Park, where you can interact with the park's gentle deer. Don't forget to buy some deer crackers to feed these charming creatures as they approach you with curiosity.
Nara's blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty makes it an unforgettable destination. Enjoy your journey through this enchanting city! [Read more...]
We'll start our tour at Todai-ji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most iconic landmarks. Be awed by the colossal Great Buddha inside the Daibutsuden Hall and explore the serene surroundings of Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely.
Next, we'll visit Kasuga Shrine, a sacred Shinto shrine nestled within Nara Park. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere as you stroll through the ancient cedar forest and admire the hundreds of stone and bronze lanterns that line the paths.
We'll continue our adventure in Nara Park, where you can interact with the park's gentle deer. Don't forget to buy some deer crackers to feed these charming creatures as they approach you with curiosity.
Nara's blend of cultural heritage and natural beauty makes it an unforgettable destination. Enjoy your journey through this enchanting city! [Read more...]
Todai-ji Temple
Kasuga Shrine
Kasuga Taisha is one of Japan’s most ancient Shinto shrines, founded in the mid-8th century to protect the capital, Nara. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it is famous for its kasuga-zukuri architectural style, the thousands of stone and bronze lanterns decorating its grounds, and the pristine ancient forest where sacred deer, considered messengers of the deities, roam free.