Culture Setsubun at Kasuga Shrine Carolyn Rawson Enjoying the candlelit lanterns at Kasuga Taisha Shrine in Nara.
Accommodation Sasayuri-ann - Rice Terrace Villa Geoff Day Branded as an ancient paradise beyond memory, Sasayuri-ann in Nara Prefecture is a unique lodging with rich history and fasci...
Activities Nara City Tourist Information Bryan Baier With locations at both of Nara City's major train stations the Nara City Tourist Information Centers provide convenient servi...
20 Culture Dorogawa Onsen Ryusenji Temple Bryan Baier Ancient folklore, traditional architecture, a lack of crowds and stunning autumn leaves at the height of color make Ryusenji ...
Activities Mt. Ikoma on the Nara Osaka Border Bryan Baier Mt. Ikoma is a great outing for anyone in Osaka, Nara or Kyoto. Panoramic views of the Kansai area, clear mountain air, an am...
Accommodation Mt. Yoshino's Ryokan Kato Bryan Baier Ryokan Kato on Mt. Yoshino in Nar is a historic Japanese Inn that far exceeds the expectations one imagines when planning the...
Activities Omizutori Ceremony Lecture Bryan Baier Unique Omizutori Ceremony Lecture by Head Secretary of Todaiji Temple offered free of charge
7 Yakushiji Temple, Nara Anne Lauenroth Yakushiji Temple in Nara is one of Japan's oldest Buddhist temples, featuring a pagoda from the 8th century.
Culture Free Shodo, Calligraphy Experiences Bryan Baier Free Shodo, Calligraphy Experiences at the NARA Visitor Center & Inn in Nara
Activities Hiking the Yagyu Kaido Bryan Baier Hiking the Yagyu Kaido a Samurai Road in a Primeval Forest