Nara Park Walk Map

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It was built in the early Taisho period as a branch of Katsumura Shoten, a mosquito net manufacturer, and after the war, Mr. Naega opened a clinic. The building, which has been loved by the local people for many years, was renovated in 1995 and is now being operated as a facility that helps local residents and citizens to understand mutual international culture while promoting the local community.

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This is a townhouse built by an antique dealer in 1917 (the storehouse was in the Edo period), and its spatial structure and design include a tea room, a large tatami room with 15 tatami mats, a Buddhist altar with gold leaf, paintings on sliding doors, and decorations. is worth seeing. Currently, with the theme of the 24 solar terms, it has become a lively place in Nara Town as a townhouse that conveys the beauty and lifestyle culture of a townhouse where you can experience the four seasons. (Registered tangible cultural property) Official website Official Site

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The Imanishi House Shoin is a shoin-zukuri style building that best conveys the style of the Muromachi period. It is also a valuable relic in the history of architecture, and you can enjoy matcha tea while looking out at the well-maintained garden.

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This is an octagonal (hexagonal) temple with a cypress bark roof floating on Sagi Pond in Nara Park. The reflection on the water's surface is beautiful, making it a place to relax by the water. The current Ukimido was restored to its beauty through three years of restoration work from 1991 to 1994, as the old Ukimido had become dilapidated. You will come across it as you walk through the forest of Asagahara from Kasuga Taisha Shrine.

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The eastern terminus of the Silk Road. It houses a variety of treasures from China, India, Persia, and Japan. The simple and powerful construction of the warehouse is also impressive.

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This is the former residence of Naoya Shiga, where he lived for nine years from 1930. ``Dark night journey'' has come to an end here. We remember the human nature of Naoya, a modern writer who loved nature, peace, harmony, and tranquility. Official website Official Site

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It is a reproduction of a traditional townhouse in Naramachi, and you can take a close look not only from the outside but also from the inside. In addition to giving you a first-hand experience of the lifestyle of old Nara townhouses, you can also freely use it as a place to provide information about Nara Town and as a place for tourists and citizens to relax. Official website Official Site

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This information center building was constructed in 1945 as the Nanto Bank Tegai Branch. It was designed by modern architect Heitaro Iwasaki, and is a valuable piece of modern architecture that retains the form of a townhouse. In cooperation with the "Former Nabeya Koban Kitamachi Information Center," which opened in July 2012, the information center provides information on the Kitamachi area, in addition to world heritage sites such as Todaiji Temple and Shosoin, and historic townscapes. We will disseminate the charm of Kita town, including its modern heritage.

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The gateway to sightseeing in Nara. A comprehensive tourist information center located on the 1st floor of Kintetsu Nara Station. You can also get tourist maps of the city and various flyers and pamphlets.

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The former station building of JR Nara Station opened on July 25, 2009 as the Nara City General Tourist Information Center. There is also tourist information in foreign languages ​​and a tourist information search corner connected to the internet.

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Immediately west of Tamon Castle Ruins. Many tombs of emperors and members of the imperial family from the Nara period were built in this Mt. Saho area, including the tombs of Emperor Genmei and Gensho.

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According to temple legend, the temple began in 629 when the Goguryeo monk Hye-gwan built a temple here. Later, in the 7th year of Tenpyo (735), during the reign of Emperor Shomu, it is said that a hall and tower was built to protect the demon gates of Heijo-kyo. As it was on the key route from Kyoto to Nara, it was destroyed during the war during the Jishō era, but it was rebuilt as a sacred site for Monju by the priest Eison of Saidaiji, and began to actively hold Monju ceremonies to help the common people. The tower gate (a national treasure) with an elegant architectural style from the Kamakura period remains. The 13-story stone pagoda (important cultural property) that stands in front of the rear gate is approximately 14.2 meters high. It is also famous as a temple of flowers, with beautiful flowers such as Yamabuki in the spring and cosmos blooming in the fall, decorating the stone Buddha. Official website Official Site

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Jurin-in Temple is a temple dedicated to Emperor Gensho and is the Genshi-in Temple of Gango-ji Temple. The stone Buddhist niche (important cultural property) enshrined within the main hall (national treasure) is a rare piece with reliefs of standing statues of Jizo Bodhisattva, Shakyamuni Buddha, and Maitreya Bodhisattva. Official website Official Site

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Originally, it was a branch of Kofukuji Temple and was called Kohokuin. The name Shomyo-ji Temple originated in 1265 when the three monks of Kofuku-ji Temple, Niei and Rin-ei, and Shonin Shonin of Nishiyama Sanko-ji Temple in Kyoto, opened it as a nenbutsu dojo. Juko Murata, who is said to be the founder of the tea ceremony and was also a monk at the same temple, is said to have opened up the world of ``Dabicha'' by building ``Dokuroan'' (commonly known as Jukoan), and it is still visited by many people today as a temple connected to Juko. is visiting. *The main hall and tea room can only be viewed during the special opening on May 15th.

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Denko-ji Temple is said to have been opened during the Tenpyo Hoki era by Ganjin Kazujo's disciple, Shiki Ritsushi. The camellia in the temple grounds is one of the three famous camellias in Nara, and is called Chiri-tsubaki because the petals fall one by one. Official website Official Site

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Shinyakushiji Temple was founded in 747 by Empress Komyo to pray for Emperor Shomu's recovery from illness, and it is said that seven statues of Yakushi Nyorai were enshrined here. It was once a magnificent temple with seven halls, and the main hall (a national treasure) still remains as the original structure. The east gate, south gate, bell tower, and Jizo-do hall were all built during the Kamakura period and are designated as important cultural properties. A circular earthen platform has been built inside the main hall, and on the platform is enshrined the principal seated statue of Yakushi Nyorai (wooden, a national treasure), and surrounding it are the oldest and largest standing statues of the Twelve God Generals in Japan (a plastic statue, a national treasure). . Official website Official Site

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Located on a hill at the western foot of Mt. Takamadoyama, the temple grounds overlook the city of Nara. There are various theories about its origin, with one saying that it was built on the site of the mountain villa of Prince Shiki, a son of Emperor Tenchi. It is said that it was rebuilt during the Kamakura period by Kosho Bodhisattva Eison, who restored many temples. After Dosho, a disciple of Eison, brought back a copy of the Sung version of the Issai-kyo from China, it was also called ``Issai-kyo Temple,'' and its principal statues include Buddha statues that are important cultural properties, such as the seated statue of Amida Tathagata and the seated statue of King Enma. Eight of them are kept in the treasure house. There is an old Goshiki camellia tree, a prefectural natural monument, on the grounds, and it is famous as one of Nara's three famous camellias. In addition, in autumn, the stone steps leading to the shrine are decorated with beautiful clover flowers. (Photo provided by Byakugoji Temple)

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Mt. Wakakusa is also famous for the annual Wakakusa Yamayaki event. It is also called Mt. Mikasa because it looks like three hats stacked on top of each other. Entering the mountain from the gates at the foot of the mountain (north and south), you can enjoy different views of the first, second, summit, and roads around the Uguisuzuka tomb. It takes about 30 to 40 minutes to walk from the foot gate to the summit. From the summit of Mt. Wakakusa, you can see the scenery of Nara, including Todaiji Temple and Kofukuji Temple. The opening period is from the third Saturday in March to the second Sunday in December. From 9:00 to 17:00. You can also access the mountaintop (Mieme) by car via the Nara Okuyama Driveway. The sunset and night view seen from the top of the mountain (one of Japan's top three night views) is spectacular. Official website Official Site

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A pond with a circumference of 360 meters located in Nara Park. The sight of the five-storied pagoda of Kofukuji Temple reflected in the water along with the surrounding willow trees is so beautiful that it has become one of the eight scenic spots in Nara.

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The oldest shrine in Nara City. As if to protect the enshrined deity Himetatara Isuzuhime no Mikoto, the father deity Sai-no-Okami is on the left, and the mother deity Tama-kushi is on the right. This shrine has long been known as ``Nursery Myojin'' because it enshrines Tamakushihime no Mikoto, and is worshiped as the god of safe childbirth, safe childbirth, and family harmony. Every year on June 17th, the annual festival ``Saikusa Festival'', also known as ``Lily Festival'', is held. (Photo provided by Hasegawa Shrine)

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Kankoku Shrine was built in the first year of Emperor Suiko (593) by imperial order to Omiwa no Kimi Shiratsutsumi (Omiwa no Kimi Shiratsutsumi), and then in the first year of Yoro (717), Fujiwara no Fuhito was appointed as Omi no Takamiko. and Sukunahikona no Mikoto were enshrined together. In the old days, it was called Kasugasa Kawasakaokasha. Within the precincts is Hayashi Shrine, which is dedicated to Rinjoin, who came from China at the beginning of the Muromachi period and was the first to introduce manju to Japan.

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A subsidiary shrine of Kasuga Taisha, located on the banks of Sarusawa Pond. According to "Yamato Monogatari," it was built to console the spirit of an uneme (a female servant who looked after people) who threw herself into Sarusawa Pond during the Nara period, lamenting that the emperor's favor had waned. Every year during the mid-autumn harvest moon, an annual festival called the Uneme Festival is held to appease the spirit of Uneme and pray for the happiness of the people. (Photo provided by Kasuga Taisha)

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Located at the foot of Mt. Tamuka, a famous spot for autumn leaves, in the first year of Tenpyo Shoho (749), for the construction of the Todaiji Great Buddha, Usa Hachimangu Shrine in Buzen Province, Kyushu (Oita Prefecture) enshrined it as the guardian deity of Todaiji Temple.

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It is said that the festival dates back to the Nara period, when ice ponds and icehouses were built in Kasugano with the transfer of the capital to Heijo, and rituals were held to enshrine their guardian deities and predict the summer weather, which was important for rice cultivation. Even now, people in the ice making and refrigeration industries still hold a strong faith in this area, and an ice offering festival is held every May 1st. At the ice festival, large icicles filled with carp and sea bream are offered in front of the shrine, and bugaku music is offered from 2:00 p.m., and general worship is allowed from the afternoon. Official website Official Site

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An old shrine dedicated to Emperor Konin's father, Prince Shiki (Prince Shiki), and others. The Okinamai, which is offered at the evening festival during the autumn festival, retains an old form that is said to have influenced Nohgaku as well, and was designated as a national important intangible folk cultural property in 2000. Ta. There is also a huge camphor tree within the precincts, which is designated as a natural monument by the prefecture.

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Its predecessor was Hokoji Temple (Asuka Temple), which was opened by Soga Umako at the end of the 6th century, but with the transfer of the capital to Heijo, it was relocated to its current location and its name was changed to Gangoji Temple. It once flourished as one of the Seven Great Temples of Nanto, occupying the southeastern part of present-day Nara City. The vast temple grounds were lined with a main hall, a lecture hall, a pagoda, and a monastery, but its power declined in the mid-Heian period. Today, only one part of the monk's quarters remains. Gokurakubo is part of the former monk's quarters of Gangoji Temple, and was renovated into Gokurakudo (National Treasure) and Zen Room (National Treasure) during the Kamakura period. It has attracted the faith of the common people since the Middle Ages, and countless stone Buddha statues and folklore materials have been discovered within the temple grounds. Horinkan houses many wooden five-storied small pagodas from the Nara period (a national treasure), a wooden seated statue of Amitabha Tathagata, Chiko Mandala drawings, medieval common people's religious materials (important cultural properties), and more. Official website Official Site

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It is a representative temple founded in the Nara period, known for the Great Buddha of Nara, and was built in Heijo-kyo, the capital, as the center of the country's temples. The Great Buddha Hall is one of the largest wooden structures in the world. In the 15th year of Tenpyo (743), Emperor Shomu prayed for the prosperity of all living things and issued an edict to build the Rushana Daibutsu, and in the 4th year of Tenpyo Shoho (752), The Great Buddha's eyes were opened. Since then, temples and pagodas have been built one after another, and the temple was completed over the course of nearly 40 years. Even after the capital was moved, Asano's devout faith continued to grow as the temple of the Great Buddha. However, in 1180, most of the temple, including the Great Buddha Hall, was lost to the forces of Shigehira Taira. It was rebuilt by Shonin Chogen, but during the Miyoshi-Matsunaga War in 1567, it was burnt down again, leaving only a few buildings. Many of the current temples were rebuilt in the Edo period by Kokei Shonin and others, and many cultural properties have been passed down, including national treasure buildings representative of each era, such as Hokke-do, Tensai-mon, and Nandai-mon. I am. Official website Official Site

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It is said that this shrine began at the beginning of the Nara period when Takemikazuchi no Mikoto of Kashima, Ibaraki Prefecture was enshrined at the top of Mt. Mikasayama in order to protect Heijo-kyo. In 768, the second year of Jingo Keiun (768), the shrine building was built at the current location by the imperial order of Emperor Shotoku, and the shrine was moved from Katori, Chiba Prefecture to Futsunushi no Mikoto, Hiraoka, Osaka Prefecture. The deities Amenokoyane no Mikoto and Himegami were enshrined together. In the Heian period, the Kasuga pilgrimage became popular among the imperial family and aristocrats, and with the establishment of the Shikinen shrine every 20 years, the main shrine and other shrine buildings became as large as they are today. After the Middle Ages, the faith spread to samurai families and common people, and more than 3,000 branch shrines were built across the country. In the precincts, there are various shaped hanging lanterns and stone lanterns known as ``Mantoro'', and the fact that many of them were donated by the common people gives us an idea of ​​the depth of the faith of the common people. Every year on Setsubun Day in February and on August 14th and 15th, the ``Mantoro'' ritual is held, in which all the lanterns are lit, and many worshipers come to see the magical beauty. (Photo provided by Kasuga Taisha) Official website Official Site

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As the sacred mountain of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, felling of Mt. Kasuga was prohibited for over 1,000 years, making it a primeval evergreen broad-leaved forest consisting mainly of oaks and Japanese chinquapins. Rare animals such as the Moria tree frog, Japanese cicada, and black-spotted salamander live in the mountain, which is still dark during the day. It was designated as a special natural monument in 1955, and was also registered as a world heritage site in 1998.

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Of the Seven Great Temples in Nanto, this temple developed most closely with the city of Nara. In the 3rd year of Wado (710), Fujiwara Fuhito moved the predecessor of Umayasaka-dera from Asuka to Heijo-kyo, and as the family temple of the Fujiwara clan, the temple expanded as the Fujiwara clan flourished. It is said that at its peak, there were many temples and temples. In addition, under the influence of the syncretization of Shinto and Buddhism, it became integrated with Kasuga Shrine, and at times, it came to the point where it was accompanied by warrior monks and forced its way to the Imperial Court. In 1180, the temple was burned to the ground by the Heike clan, and most of the hall was destroyed, but it was quickly rebuilt. During the Kamakura period, he held the real power of Yamato Shugoshoku and virtually ruled the entire Yamato Province. The current temples and towers retain some of the buildings from Kamakura and later, and the large grounds are lined with Tokondo, Chukondo, Hokuendo, Nanendo, five-storied pagoda, three-storied pagoda, Oyuya, Omido, National Treasure Hall, etc., and are Buddhist temples. Many of the sculptures are treasures from the Tenpyo and Kamakura periods. (Chukondo was inaugurated in 2018.) Official website Official Site

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It preserves a large number of valuable historical materials, mainly from the early modern and modern times, such as the city's old documents and newspapers from the Meiji era. In addition, some of the historical materials in our collection are on display, including a restored model of the Nara Magistrate's Office.

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Located on the north side of the Nara Prefectural Office, in front of you is the Prefectural Cultural Center. Exhibits works mainly by artists who were active in Nara Prefecture. Recently, the museum's collection has increased and various special exhibitions are being planned.

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Various nostalgic folk implements, Buddhist statues from Nara Town, and other works of art are on display. Official website Official Site

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Many masterpieces of Buddhist art such as Buddhist sculptures and paintings are on display, and the Nara Buddhist Statue Museum has nearly 100 Buddha statues on display at all times. Special exhibitions are held in the new building about three times a year. Official website Official Site

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The late Yasukichi Irie, who continued to photograph Nara's landscapes and Buddhist statues for about half a century, donated all of his works to Nara City, and the building was designed by architect Kisho Kurokawa. Focusing on Mr. Irie's work, we will also hold special exhibitions of works by other photographers. You can also view the works in high definition. Official website Official Site

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Many traditional ``karakuri toys'' are on display inside a traditional Naramachi townhouse. It's okay to touch and play with it! A ``Karakuri Toy Making Experience Course'' is also held every month. Official website Official Site

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In order to promote and develop Nara crafts, which have been honed over a long history, we collect and exhibit Nara crafts, their production tools, and materials, and disseminate information about Nara crafts. Official website Official Site

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This is a calligraphy museum built with works donated by Mr. Kason Sugioka, a calligrapher living in Nara City and a recipient of the Order of Culture. Beautiful kana calligraphy works are on display. Calligrapher Kason Sugioka A leading kana calligrapher, born in Shimokitayama Village in 1913. "I'm happy that if the museum becomes more crowded, it will lead to the promotion and development of calligraphy culture. In the future, I would like to give lectures on Murasaki Shikibu's calligraphy that appears in The Tale of Genji, which is my life's work." Official website Official Site

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Nara Park is home to approximately 1,200 Nara deer, which are designated as a national natural monument. ``Rokuen'' is a protection facility for ``Nara deer'' operated by the ``Nara Deer Protection Association.'' In addition to exhibits such as panels where you can learn about the ecology and history of deer, you can also see the deer protected at the Deer Garden throughout the season. This is a place to think about and protect the rich nature of Nara Park and the coexistence of humans and deer. Official website Official Site

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A vast park with a total area of ​​approximately 660 hectares that stretches across the eastern area of ​​Nara city. It is a magnificent park befitting an ancient capital, integrating Todaiji Temple, Kofukuji Temple, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, and the National Museum, as well as the Kasugayama Primeval Forest. Approximately 1,300 wild deer play in a herd of beautiful lawns and a grove of 1,000-year-old pine trees, and many people visit the park as a tourist spot that symbolizes the ancient capital of Nara. Official website Official Site

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The former Daijo-in garden was renovated in the mid-15th century by Zen'ami and his son, who were invited from Kyoto. Zen'ami was a master gardener who was favored by Yoshimasa. Part of it still remains just south of the Nara Hotel. The Daijoin Garden Cultural Center, a place of scenic beauty, is located in an area that connects Naramachi Kaiwa, which is centered around Gangoji Temple, and Takahata Kaiwa, which is home to Naoya Shiga's former residence.・Open to the public. Official website Official Site

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Hihino, the precincts of Kasuga Taisha Shrine, is a vast field of grass facing Kasuga Taisha Omotesando. It is a great viewing point for Mt. Mikasayama, where deer are always playing in groups. Today it is called Tobihino, but in ancient times it was also called Kasugano, and was an ancient ritual site overlooking Mt. Mt. The origin of the name ``Hihino'' is that when Kashima Daimyojin arrived in Kasuga, his attendant, Yashiro no Mikoto, breathed out fire from his mouth to light the way, and the flame never went out. It is said that it got its name because it looked like it was flying, and it is also said that it is said that it got its name from the fact that it looked like it was flying, and it is also said that flying fire means ``noroshi'', an ancient communication facility. In the old Manyo period, the aristocrats played polo, and during the Heian period, it was also known as a popular springtime spot for picking young greens and cherry blossom viewing. Official website Official Site

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Yugayama Garden (formerly Nanto Villa Garden of the Yamaguchi clan) is an approximately 1.3 ha garden located on the south side of Ukimido and Sagi Pond. In 1929, the area was added to the nationally designated cultural property ``Nara Park, a place of scenic beauty'' due to its spectacular view of Mt. Yuga and Sagi Pond. This is where the villa of Mr. Yoshirobe Yamaguchi, who was active in the Osaka business world from the Meiji period to the Taisho period, was located, and it is said that in the past, painters such as Komidera Hachizan and tea masters sought cultural exchange in the garden and tea room. Historical facts too. You can enjoy seeing the views of Nara that the artist loved, the various garden styles, and the details on the stone lanterns. On the west side of the garden is the tea room "Takuan," which is a restored version of the tea room built by Yoshirobe Yamaguchi, and you can use it by making a reservation. Entry is from the south side of Ukimido and Sagi Pond. (Photo provided by Nara Prefecture)

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A garden created on the site of Maniju-in, the sub-temple of Kofuku-ji Temple. It consists of a Japanese garden and a detached teahouse, and incorporates Mt. Kasuga and Mt. Wakakusa as borrowed scenery. This is a beautiful garden with cedar moss.