One of the best collections of Buddhism in Japan The Nara National Museum is located in Nara Park, which is dotted with world heritage sites, Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple and Kasuga Taisha Shrine. The Nara National Museum is one of four national museums in Japan, and opened in 1895 as the second national museum after the Tokyo National Museum. One of the country's best … [Read more...] about Nara National Museum, Nara
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Nara Koen Park, Nara
luxury gourmet cruise -CONCERTO- Kyoto is a classic sightseeing place where you can experience the ancient culture of Japan, but Nara has not lost. Nara has a lot of history that has been handed down for over 1000 years. Recently, not only Japanese but many foreigners have visited to experience the Japanese culture and history. Among foreigners visiting Japan, 1.6 million … [Read more...] about Nara Koen Park, Nara
Menfudo Limestone Cave, Nara
Tenkawa-mura, Yoshino-gun, Nara Prefecture is located in the south of the central part of Nara Prefecture, where the mountains of the Omine Mountains called "Kinki Roof" rise. Mount Hakkyogatake, the highest peak of the Kinki region, flows through the Tennokawa River, the source of the Kumano River, and it is cool in summer and cold in winter. "Menfudo Limestone Cave" is in a … [Read more...] about Menfudo Limestone Cave, Nara
Dorokyo (Doro Gorge), Nara
"Dorokyo" (Doro Gorge) is a valley upstream of the Kitayama River that spans the three prefectures of the Kii Peninsula. In Gakkyo, the water jet promoting boat that can only be enjoyed here is popular, and it is popular for refreshing in nature. You can enjoy a more wonderful view during the autumnal season. Many people gather to see beautiful scenery from Japan and overseas. … [Read more...] about Dorokyo (Doro Gorge), Nara
Toshodaiji Temple, Nara
Toshodaiji Temple in Nara Prefecture has a history of being used as a place where Ganjin communicates religious precepts. There are many Buddha statues at Toshodaiji Temple, and there are many buildings and Buddha statues that have been designated as national treasures. Toshodaiji is a temple related to Ganjin, known as a great man who introduced Buddhism to Japan. It is the … [Read more...] about Toshodaiji Temple, Nara
Naramachi (Historical old town), Nara
Nara is an ancient city with one of Japan's world heritages. Many sightseeing spots still appear as the outer city of Heijokyo, the former capital city. Heijokyo remains are now being developed as a huge park with excavation and Nandaimon Gate being restored. On the other hand, "Gekyo" (the part that protrudes outside Heijokyo) is visited by many people as the largest tourist … [Read more...] about Naramachi (Historical old town), Nara
Gangoji Temple, Nara
"Gangoji Temple" is a temple in Nara Town, the old city area of Nara City. Hokoji, also known as Asukadera Temple, was built by SOGA no Umako and is famous as the first authentic Buddhist temple in Japan. It was Gangoji Temple that Hokoji was moved to Heijokyo in 718. At first, Gangoji Temple was a temple where you could study both Hossoshu sect and Sanron Sect. Also, it … [Read more...] about Gangoji Temple, Nara
Todaiji Temple, Nara
At that time, Todai-ji Temple, with its world-class wooden buildings and Buddha statues, is said to have been created by collecting the highest technologies and sublimed into art. The great power of the ruler at that time can be seen. However, it was probably because of the people's faith at that time that they were rebuilt over and overdue and destroyed. Beyond the eternal … [Read more...] about Todaiji Temple, Nara
Kofukuji Temple, Nara
In the vicinity of Nara Park, there is a famous temple called Kofukuji Temple, which aligns with Todai-ji Temple. Kofuku-ji is famous for the Ashura statue, but it was also famous for its powerful monks. In the Kamakura period and the Muromachi period, they were practically the leader of the country. It continued until it gave way to Nobunaga Oda and Hideyoshi … [Read more...] about Kofukuji Temple, Nara
Todaiji Temple Omizutori (Water-Drawing Festival), Nara
"Todai-ji Temple Nigatsu-do" is a large-scale Buddhist temple located in the northeastern part of Todai-ji Temple, a little away from the area where "Great Buddha Hall" is located. It is famous nationwide for "Omizutori" (Water-Drawing) that scatters fire powder. Also, within the precincts of Todai-ji Temple, it is a popular tourist spot next to the Great Buddha Hall. The … [Read more...] about Todaiji Temple Omizutori (Water-Drawing Festival), Nara